I'm Just Here for the Food: Version 2.0 by Alton Brown
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Book Reviews of I'm Just Here for the Food: Version 2.0
Book Review: Best cookbook ever
Summary: 5 Stars
First of all, if you read a bad review of this book, disregard it. That person either didn't get the science in Alton Brown's "I'm Just Here For The Food," or was just looking for a regular, ordinary cookbook.
This is the cookbook I've been waiting 10 years for - a cookbook that finally explains the "why," in addition to the "how." Even if I never use a single recipe in this book, it will still be the best cookbook I ever owned, because it has taught me how to be a better cook, and to better understand the various processes involved in cooking, no matter what recipe I'm using.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn how to cook better, rather than just cook something new.
Book Review: Great how to cooking book, very entertaining
Summary: 5 Stars
I love Alton Browns cookbooks. His book takes it one step further and shows you the science behind the cooking. Couple that with interesting food projects that demonstrate the science of the recipes. His recipes are very unique, not to mention tasty!!I love his sirloin steak and now when I cook I cant help but bring up the science behind it; is it convection heat or radiation? I wish more cook books were done in this style! I've found most books dont measure up to his as they dont engage the mind. Theyre just recipes and ingredients and while that is effecient for everyday eating it doesnt stoke the passion of those who love food. This one does!Definitely recommended as a good introduction book for beginners.Book Review: Awesome Book
Summary: 5 Stars
At the time I write this review there is only one review, by someone completely misunderstanding what a second edition book is. It's not a completley new book, it's updated slightly and reprinted. Revised editions are usually purchased by people who don't already have a first edition, not by people lacking intelligence. This being said, this book is great. Alton is the man, he clears it up for those of us that not only want to know "how" but also "why". This book is a definite buy for any food fan. I would consider this a scholastic text book for the every day chef. Thanks Alton, just like "Good Eats", this book has taught me alot.
Book Review: like the show, but in convenient book form...
Summary: 5 Stars
Alton Brown is great. He's like having Bill Nye in the kitchen. I got the previous version of this book from the library, and realized there was no way to enjoy it completely before time to turn it in. I decided we needed one, and so did my sister and her husband (who told me about the show in the first place)--so it was a christmas present for us both (i mean, i bought 2). It's all I expected, a reference book to look up info in, as well as something good to just pick up and learn new things from. I think the show is great, but don't watch much TV, and even if i did i would have to take notes to read later. This is a great solution!Book Review: I used to follow recipes, now I lead them
Summary: 5 Stars
When I purchased this book, I had followed plenty of recipes in my life. But after spending an hour reading the beginning of each chapter, I had learned more about cooking than I had ever known before. I can now look at a recipe and know where I should stop utilizing the recipe and start utilizing my understanding of what the recipe was vaguely attempting to lead me to... and lead myself there! The result is perfectly cooked dishes, every single time.
The recipes in this book are more like labs (the kind you do in school). Don't buy this book for the recipes, buy this book for an understanding of cooking!