The Return of the Naked Chef by Jamie Oliver – Non Fiction Cookery & Recipes – Paperback

Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780141042961. Publisher: Penguin. Overview. The Return of the Naked Chef is Jamie Oliver’s much-loved second cookbook, first published to accompany his hit BBC television series. Packed with fresh, approachable recipes and clear technique guides, it shows home cooks how to master bread, pasta and risotto with confidence. Bursting with Jamie’s trademark enthusiasm and ‘pukka’ style, this paperback edition is a brilliant addition to any kitchen bookshelf, whether for everyday family meals or entertaining friends.. About the Book. Following the huge success of his debut, Jamie Oliver returns with a collection of recipes and techniques designed to build real confidence in the kitchen. The Return of the Naked Chef guides readers step by step through the basics of bread-making and fresh pasta, before moving on to more adventurous dishes. Highlights include a light Prawn and Pea Risotto with Basil and Mint, and a show-stopping seared Beef Carpaccio with roasted Baby Beets, creamed Horseradish, Watercress and Parmesan. Throughout, Jamie keeps things simple, relaxed and utterly appetising, focusing on fresh ingredients and honest, unfussy cooking rather than complicated restaurant technique. The book also covers soups and broths, salads and dressings, fish and shellfish, meat, poultry and game, vegetables, desserts, and useful stocks and sauces, making it a genuinely comprehensive everyday kitchen companion. It was this book, and the accompanying television series, that helped cement Jamie Oliver’s reputation as one of Britain’s best-loved and most trusted cooks, known for making proper food feel achievable for everyone at home.. Clear, confidence-building techniques for bread and fresh pasta. A wide range of recipes from quick weeknight meals to dinner-party showstoppers. Written in Jamie Oliver’s warm, encouraging and easy-to-follow style. Covers soups, salads, fish, meat, vegetables, desserts and more. A brand-new paperback copy, perfect for gifting or building your cookery collection. About the Author. Jamie Oliver is a global phenomenon in food and campaigning. During a 20-year television and publishing career he has inspired millions of people to enjoy cooking from scratch and eating fresh, delicious food. Jamie started cooking at his parents’ pub, The Cricketers, in Clavering, Essex, at the age of eight. After leaving school he began a career as a chef that took him to the River Café, where he was famously spotted by a television production company and the Naked Chef was born. He has since published numerous bestselling cookery books, each with an accompanying TV show, and continues to champion better food education worldwide. Jamie lives in Essex with his wife Jools and their children.. Why You’ll Love This Cookbook. If you want to cook like Jamie Oliver without the fuss, this is the book for you. Friendly, practical and packed with genuinely delicious recipes, it’s an essential purchase for anyone wanting to build real kitchen confidence at home.. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly from the image shown; this is the UK edition matching the ISBN listed above.