This cookbook is a rekindling of the old and made new with a collection of recipes, stories, tips and tricks for making and cooking with homemade stock. From its humble beginnings - when stock was made to use up leftovers from a roast dinner - stock is now the foundation for a versatile array of appetizers, soups and main courses. Stock is easy to make, inexpensive and convenient. Inspired by my nanna, this book is about using almost forgotten skills to be less wasteful in the kitchen, and thus more environmentally sound and ultimately healthier. Homemade stock makes the recipes in this book sing and shine. The savory soup and main course recipes reflect a range of different cultures, moods and cooking styles, from dinner party dishes to comfort foods for the Sunday night table. All of the recipes benefit from the use of fresh produce and they are all exciting to prepare and delicious to eat. Have you ever wanted to make or modify your own French Onion Soup or a Spicy Wonton Soup? How about a healthy and hearty Chicken Noodle Soup for a rainy day or to quell a cold? Do you like the combination of broccoli and blue cheese? There’s a soup recipe for that too! Want to whip up a Korma like curry, a rich risotto or a fiery bean chili? Or are you craving a more traditional dish like a Shepherd’s Pie or Beef Stroganoff? If your taste buds are piqued then this is the cookbook for you. It’s also filled with tips and techniques to aid you in your cooking adventures.
