Seafood Creations by an Italian Gourmetby Professor Nicholas CastellucciYou don’t have to be Italian to cook Italian - you merely need to possess a strong desire to be a legend in your own kitchen! And if seafood is your dish, then Nicholas Castellucci is your man. In these pages, Castellucci, gourmet and cook par excellence, presents over 150 original seafood recipes that he has created over the years: tantalizing, unusual blends of texture and flavor that start the juices flowing just reading about them, as well as many classic dishes prepared in new and exciting ways. These recipes cover the complete range of menu planning - from appetizer through soups, stews, salads, sauces, and main dishes. Although specialized, this is a practical cookbook that offers information on general cooking procedure and fundamentals that make it ideal for the novice who is interested in learning good technique. Detailed instructions on such specifics as cleaning and preparation of various seafood combined with concise, easy-to-follow directions that take nothing for granted, ensure foolproof results. Whether you are just beginning or are an experienced cook, Seafood Creations by an Italian Gourmet belongs on your shelf. This is one cook’s tour you won’t want to miss.