Lidia's Italy: 140 Simple and Delicious Recipes from the Ten Places in Italy Lidia Loves Most

Lidia is my favorite cook. The photographs in this cookbook are
breath-taking. As usual, the recipes look wonderful. I look
forward to trying as many as I can. Lidia's recipes are never
too complicated. Reading this book is "mouth watering" throughout.

This book is a wonderful resource for Americans interested in cooking authentic Italian food. Organized by region, the book offers classic meat, vegetable, pasta, and dessert dishes for the various cuisines of Italy. In addition to ingredients and instructions, the book offers serving suggestions for each dish, as well as variations. The instructions are clear and detailed; and the ingredient lists, as befit authentic food, are short.

My favorite recipe is from Tuscany, and is for beef braised with peppercorns and red wine. This dish, served with polenta to soak up the juices, has already become a staple in our house.

A MUST FOR ALL COOKS! YOU WILL LOVE HER TASTY, VERY JUST LIKE MOM'S, RECIPES. SHE IS THE BEST!

If you like watching Lidia's show, you'll love this book. The recipes are very earthy and there's a lot more than recipes. She goes into detail about the places in Italy, the history, etc.

I enjoyed reading the book I wish there was more about Toscany becuase I never been in Italy and thats where my duaghter is getting married next Oct. But the book was very interesting.

Thanks Marilyn