From the woman who is widely regarded as one of the greatest writers and teachers of Italian food, Essentials of Italian Cooking is a culinary bible for anyone looking to master the art of Italian cuisine. Designed as a basic manual for cooks of all levels of expertisefrom beginners to accomplished professionalsit offers an accessible, comprehensive guide to techniques and ingredients and a collection of the most delicious recipes from the Italian repertoire. Featuring hundreds of recipes ranging from soups, pastas and risottos, to delicious meat and vegetable dishes, The Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking is an indispensable addition to any kitchen.