Description

Step into the art of thoughtful cooking with the inaugural installment of Menus. Each small cookbook offers a curated set of recipes designed to help you host an unforgettable dinner party, focused on maximizing flavor while minimizing waste.

In this edition, Menu No 1 invites you to embrace cooking with a twist by featuring an unexpected star: Smothered Rabbit. Flavored with peach and onions, it’s paired with cheddar grits to offer a bold yet comforting dish that anchors a menu showcasing seasonal ingredients and inventive pairings.

Starting with Butternut Squash on Toast and ending on Amaretti Morbidi and Sabayon for dessert, every dish is meticulously crafted to work in harmony, not just in taste and texture but also in preparation. Ingredients are used to their fullest potential: lemon zest in one recipe, juice in another; egg whites for savory granola, yolks for a decadent dessert. This approach minimizes waste while elevating your cooking experience, making it both efficient and satisfying.

A celebration of resourcefulness and creativity, Menu No 1 encourages you to rethink your ingredients and savor every bite. Designed for the home cook who loves to explore and entertain, it’s perfect for those who cherish the beauty of food and the joy of sharing it.

Menu

• Whiskey and Pear Cocktail
• Butternut Squash on Toast
• Smothered Rabbit with Buttermilk and Cheddar Grits
• Romaine Salad with Roasted Eggplant Dressing
• Sautéed Cauliflower with Anchovies and Parsley
• Amaretti Morbidi and Sabayon

Highlights

• Recipes for a Dinner Party: Impress your guests with a full menu for a wintertime gathering, complete with pairing and planning notes.
• Sustainability Focused: Recipes crafted to reduce waste by using every part of your ingredients, including the pit of a peach.
• Comforting Discomfort: Step outside your comfort zone by cooking rabbit, an unusual main dish, but pair it with cheddar grits for something familiar.
• Flavor Profile: Rabbit, winter squash, eggplant, anchovy, and almond.

Features

• Gather around the table with comfort food that pushes the boundaries.
• Clever use of ingredients across multiple dishes.
• Flexible approach: use the full menu or pick individual recipes to suit your needs.
• Whether you’re gathering with friends or simply treating yourself, this little book will help you create something extraordinary.

Specifications: 5 inches by 7 inches, 36 pages. Ships free via USPS Media Mail.