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• Lawson, Jane

Bringing the tastes and textures of Moroccan cuisine to home kitchens.

The Food of Morocco is a culinary journey to the souks of Marrakech, the kitchens of Rabat, Casablanca's teahouses and Fez's banquet tables. Jane Lawson reveals the essence of Moroccan cooking -- a diversified meld of spices and enticing flavors. Vibrant regional photographs capture the colors of Morocco's bustling medinas. Helpful hints and instructional photographs accompany each recipe, making this great cuisine accessible to cooks at all levels of experience. A glossary of ingredients and equipment demystifies the unfamiliar. Guidelines on using specific techniques plus helpful substitution tips ensure that all palates will be satisfied.

Some of the tantalizing recipes are:

• Lamb kebabs
• Chicken soup with couscous
• Meatball tagine with herbs and lemon
• Couscous with lamb and seven vegetables
• Festive chicken pie
• Fish with harissa and olives
• Figs with honey and yogurt.

About The Food of... series
A culinary journey around the world.

Each book in The Food of... series is a comprehensive introduction to the world's great cuisine. These books feature more than 100 delicious recipes that highlight each country's culinary treasures. With instructive color photographs throughout, each recipe helps readers choose and identify produce, from vegetables and flavorings to street snacks, sweets, and colorful and exotic fruits. Feature sections explore the essence of each culture's food and cooking techniques.