Contents

Introduction

1 Creating the Restaurant Feeling at Home

Become a Restaurant Detective

Appliances and Cookware

Stocking the Pantry

Choosing Ingredients

Cooking Terms and Techniques

Food Presentation

2 Breakfast and Brunch

3 Appetizers

4 Soups, Stews, and Chilis

5 Salads and Sandwiches

6 Fast Food and Treats

7 Steakhouse Favorites

8 Bar Food

9 Mexican

10 Asian

11 Italian

12 Family Style

13 Southern Style

14 Desserts

15 Signature Cocktails and Drinks