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The Home Butcher

Simple, Modern Techniques for Processing Beef, Lamb, Sheep & Goat, Pork, Poultry & Fowl, Rabbit, Venison & Other Game
By James O. Fraioli
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In The Home Butcher by James O. Fraioli, readers are introduced to the art of butchery within the comfort of their kitchen. This detailed guide offers a comprehensive look at various techniques for breaking down both small game and larger cuts of meat, aiming to demystify the process for home cooks. With a focus on sustainability and culinary creativity, it's an invaluable resource for those looking to enhance their skills in meat preparation.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in learning the art of butchering at home, offering step-by-step guidance and techniques. Ideal for food enthusiasts who appreciate the craft of preparing their own meats with precision, it provides detailed instructions and tips to enhance your culinary skills.

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More than 75 homestyle recipes for mains and sides, as well as notes on beverage selections. Welcome to an exciting home butchery experience! The Home Butcher is filled with plenty of step-by-step butchery instructions--as well as techniques, tips, and tricks--and also includes homestyle recipes with easy-to-find ingredients. This cookbook is

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More than 75 homestyle recipes for mains and sides, as well as notes on beverage selections.

Welcome to an exciting home butchery experience! The Home Butcher is filled with plenty of step-by-step butchery instructions—as well as techniques, tips, and tricks—and also includes homestyle recipes with easy-to-find ingredients. This cookbook is best described as a practical, informative book with plenty of great takeaways and a pleasant, conversational tone that invites home cooks to discover just how easy it is to butcher various cuts of meat and then prepare them for family and friends in the comfort of their own homes.

Easy-to-follow chapters guide the home butcher every step of the way when processing beef, lamb, sheep and goat, pork, poultry and fowl, rabbit, and venison and other game. Additional chapters feature tools and equipment, packaging and food preservation, and food safety.

The savoury dishes featured in this quintessential book derive from the meats our featured butchers break down, using many of those same cuts available to us at the supermarket. Examples of these delicious, approachable, and hearty recipes include:

  • Herb-Seasoned Beef Rib Roast with a savoury Red Wine Pan Sauce
  • Country-Style Pork Ribs with Peach Rosemary Glaze
  • Citrus Marinated Chicken Thighs
  • Roasted Boar Leg with a tangy Mustard Caper Sauce
  • And more!

To complement the wonderful collection of more than seventy-five recipes, many of the dishes are paired with a savoury side and suggested beverage. Exquisite photography and expert design round out the informative and enjoyable pages.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your meat cleaver and dive into the fascinating pages ahead.

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The Home Butcher is praised for its guidance on preparing high-quality meats at home, resonating with both professional chefs and home enthusiasts. The book is celebrated for its ability to inspire a hands-on approach to butchering, making complex tasks accessible and rewarding.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510745797

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 November 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Sky Pony Press

Illustration: 75 color photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 1109g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

James O. Fraioli is an award-winning cookbook author. He has more than 30 published titles and a James Beard Award to his credit. His celebrated books have been featured on the Food Network multiple times, been selected personally by Ellen DeGeneres as gifts for her television audience on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, been showcased in People, O, The Oprah Magazine, Vogue, and on Martha Stewart Living Radio, and praised by such esteemed periodicals like Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and the New York Times. Previously, James served as a contributing writer and editor for dozens of food and wine magazine publications and has more than 250 feature articles to his credit. He resides in the greater Seattle area.

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