J amie's Kitchen-the television show-began as an experiment
and turned into a phenomenon. It started when Jamie took in
15 unemployed, enthusiastic kids, trained them to be chefs,
and helped them open a restaurant, Fifteen, that has become
the hottest dining spot in London. When England's Channel 4
launched a tie-in series, more than four million people
tuned in. The show premiers this fall in the U.S. Jamie's
Kitchen-the book-is laid out as a cooking course and will
inspire readers of all levels. Some of the cooking
techniques included are making salads, cooking without heat,
poaching and boiling, steaming, stewing and braising,
roasting, grilling, and baking. In the process, Jamie shares
one-of-a-kind, delicious recipes, such as prosciutto and
pecorino, citrus-seared tuna with crispy noodles, herbs, and
chili; smoked haddock risotto; and baked chocolate pudding.
Jamie includes tips on how to take recipes in new directions
and how to be an inspired grocery shopper-spotting what's
good, what's in season, and what's a good value. Most
important, Jamie encourages budding cooks to have confidence
and a sense of independence, and to be master of the kitchen!