Frequently, I feel limited in how I can cook with fruits. I tend to categorize fruits as an ingredient solely for desserts or baking. There are some exceptions, but I often only use fruit for those things. If you are in the same boat as me, you have to look at this phenomenal new cookbook by Sarah Johnson, “Fruitful: Sweet and Savoury Fruit Recipes Inspired by Farms, Orchards and Gardens.”
We were gifted two advance copies of this new cookbook from the publisher, Kyle Books. Thank you so much!
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“Fruitful: Sweet and Savoury Fruit Recipes Inspired by Farms, Orchards and Gardens” celebrates fruit! This encompasses all kinds of fruits like lemons, apples, berries, melons, and much more. It offers over 80 recipes utilizing fruits as the primary ingredient. This includes savory and sweet dishes from polenta to tarts, salads, and main courses.
This cookbook is a fantastic way to discover and enjoy the versatility of cooking with fruit!
Sarah Johnson has a lot of professional experience working farm to table. Originally, she was trained by Alice Waters at Chez Panisse in San Francisco. Now, she is the Head of Pastry Development at the Spring restaurant in London and luxury hotel Heckfield Place in Hampshire.
Sarah honors the art of farming and shares intimate stories throughout this cookbook. She is giving back to those who have shared their knowledge with her. Now she is sharing it with us!
“Fruitful” provides over 80 different recipes that utilize different fruits.
The chapters include:
- Citrus
- Stalks and Shrubs
- Berries
- Stone Fruit
- Other Orchard and Vine Fruit
- Pome Fruit
- Dried Fruit
The introduction covers key techniques for cooking with fruit such as roasting, poaching, and pureeing. Of course, there are dishes covering jams, sorbets, and ice cream.
In between the recipes provided are flavor charts and pairing suggestions for every fruit. Alongside these dishes, there are interviews with fruit growers and farmers around the world. Of course, there are gorgeous photos throughout.
This cookbook inspires me to explore the wonders of cooking with fruit. I cannot wait to try some more savory recipes!
Let us know about your favorite fruit to use in the comments.
~Kaiti
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