Want to Cook Pasta Like a Pro? Here Are Top 10 Must-Read Pasta Book

Want to Cook Pasta Like a Pro?

Here Are Top 10 Must-Read Pasta Book For some, pasta is a bowl of delicious spaghetti dressed in olive oil, black pepper, parmesan cheese; while, for some others, pasta is a bowl of penne covered in arrabbiata sauce with olives, cheese, bell peppers and herbs. The preferences of everyone are different when it comes to pasta as observed by spaghetti manufacturers in India among Indian pasta-lovers. The world of pasta is vast, and for years, every chef tries to play with the food to give it a twist. Possibly, one can never master all the styles in which pasta can be cooked. There is always something that one can learn.

There are multiple comprehensive resources, which offer all the basic to classic recipes. These books provide more than just recipes; they are a lens through which pasta can be thought of in the broadest possible way. So, if you want to cook pasta like a pro, then here is a compilation of books that you must read or must-have in your bookshelf.

EVERYDAY PASTA This book is an elaborated book with basic recipes to recipes for special occasions, compiled beautifully by Giada De Laurentills. It also has a wide range of soups and beverages that go well with pasta. The best part is, it is a book that can be read by beginners and professionals both. The reader will surely delve in the amazing world of pasta that is beautifully woven in words.

FLOUR+ WHEAT The book is just right for those who are interested in knowing what pasta to make for dinner or for a party. The book by Thomas McNaughton is a gem for pasta lovers in true sense. Macaroni manufactures in India would definitely not deny the beauty of how every recipe and every aspect is mentioned appropriately.

THE GEOMETRY SERIES

OF

PASTA

BOOK

This book by Jacob Kenedy is not only the wonders of pasta with the secret held in the geometry of pasta shape, but it is also a book about matching the pasta with the right sauce to eat them in their authentic style.

The ideal combinations mentioned in the book can turn the simplest of the dish into a sublime experience.

PASTA REINVENTED, BRETHERTON

BY

CAROLINE

Pasta reinvented is a book that offers endless possibilities for reinvention. It has a collection of 80 creative and delicious recipes with vibrant sauces to accompany the pasta. The book has also dedicated recipes with a focus on protein and fibre, gluten-free recipes and much more.

RIVER CAFÉ, BY RUTH ROGERS, ROSE GRAY, SIAN WYN OWEN AND JOSEPH TRIVELLI This book is a perfect pick for those who love experimenting with recipes. It is packed with recipes that have bold and fresh flavours at the centre stage. It is a masterclass in itself with simplicity.

PASTA This book by Theo Randall has a collection of over 100 mouth-watering pasta recipes. The dishes in the books offer a lot of variety, many achievable in minutes. This book is certainly a ‘love book’ about brilliant pasta.

SIMPLY ITALIAN The authors, known popularly as -the Chiappa sisters grew up in Wales, where food was the centre of all the family gatherings. The sisters got the idea of writing the book from there. The book is best for the beginners and those who want to get rid of the hassle of purchasing separate ingredients, especially for pasta.

MAC AND CHEESE This is a gift for those who love mac and cheese to the core. Imagine a cookbook dedicated solely to just one dish. The book has 50 different recipes ranging from simpler ones for kids to elaborative ones for preparing a flavourful plate of pasta. This book by Ellen Brown can’t be simply beaten by any other book.

ON TOP OF SPAGHETTI The title of the book gives an illusion that it must be about spaghetti; but, it is not. Written by Johanne Killeen and George Germon, though the cookbook title is confusing, the book is a brilliant source of pasta recipes. There are multiple surprises and unusual recipes in the book.

The book does not have simpler and basic recipes that are there in every other cookbook but has some great twisted pasta recipes.

THE COMPLETE BOOK OF PASTA AND NOODLES This book is a gem not only because it comprises of noodles and pasta both, but the author describes it as part kitchen reference and part cooking course. There are great recipes with full meal and sauces combination in different styles.

With this, there is no shortage of pasta books including those which didn’t make it onto this list.

If you want to pick a pasta book, pick anyone from these mentioned. With a lot of different recipes, each book is unique in itself and offers a mind-blowing experience. All the books are easy to follow and have interesting dishes on offer.