(Want to join my book club? It’s kind of like Oprah’s but you’re not going to cry when you read these books and I’m not going to give you anything for free….)

Mark Bittman is my favorite food writer. I read his books, blog, watch his morning show appearances, and do about everything else to follow the guy without “illegally” stalking the guy.  He’s a great writer/cook and he has made it easy for the home cook to cook everything.

When I am looking for a standard recipe for someone or I have a request from someone to cook something the first place I look is this book.  I look for the basic steps and ingredients then deviate from the recipe and give it my little spin.  My Chefs at school always say recipes are guides, they’re not meant to be followed…….well, unless you’re baking something!

I found this copy on Ebay and it was lightly used. It’s easily one of the best purchases I have ever made.  Like to cook? Throw away that Betty Crocker red and white checkered book of garbage and get Mark Bittmanized (Mark Bittmanized? This is why I’m not a writer….haha).

Eric

For more “Eric Approved (I sound like such a douchebag)” cookbooks check out my cookbook category on the right side.  ————————–>  yes, that way. —————————->