Recipes From A Belgian Kitchen: 60 Authentic Recipes From Belgium's Classic Cuisine

Strongly influenced by its proximity to northern France, but also retaining rustic, homely traits from its medieval past, Belgian cuisine combines haute cuisine with comfort food and substantial portions. In this beautiful book, Suzanne Vandyck explores the history, rich culture and social traditions of the Belgian people, and the development of their unique cuisine. The collection of recipes evokes the glorious tastes and textures of Belgian cooking, with dishes that range from fine soups and appetizers, to succulent meat and poultry dishes, wild game, delicate fish and shellfish, divine desserts and a tempting selection of cakes and bakes. Try Ghent-style Chicken Stew, Braised Partridge with Cabbage or Steak with Fries as a main course, for example, followed by Fresh Plum Tart, or Sugar Cookies.… (more)