Sixty years ago food was in short supply & malnutrition rates were high. " The Ministry of Food" was set up to teach the public how to make the best use of the food available to them. Fast forward to the present day, where we have unlimited choices & plenty of food, yet were living in a world of junk food, additives & preservatives.
Our war is now against obesity, as most people have little or no idea about how to cook & what makes a balanced diet. We need to learn from the past. We need to look back at the way our grandmothers & great-grandmothers cooked
- wholesome, tasty food that was simple & quick to prepare.
If youre a complete beginner in the kitchen, Jamies promise to you is that youll be making some great dinners within hours of reading his book. A little knowledge & a few basic tools can go a long way, & this book is your first step.
This hardback book has 360 pages & measures: 25.4 x 19.5 x 3cm.