Uncommon Fruits & Vegetables : A Commonsense Guide

by Elizabeth Schneider

“A truly invaluable trove of culinary historical and botanical knowledge.”
— Gourmet

“The timeliest and most truly helpful book of the year.”
— Time

“If there were Emmys or Oscars for cookbooks, Elizabeth Schneider would surely receive one.”
— Boston Globe

Genres: Cookbooks, Food, Cooking

544 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1986

Reviews

[Valerie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fascinating collection of recipes--truly some of the most imaginative combinations of foods I have encountered. Unfortunately, the book is not comprehensive--there are numerous "exotic" (to me) favorites (rambutan, mangosteen, gingko nuts) that do not appear in these pages; her principle of selection is unclear. Also, her info is solid, but sometimes incomplete. She seems unaware that certain vegetables can be eaten raw as well as cooked for example, making it limited as a resource. Still, it remains one of my favorites to pull off the shelf and graze through.

[John Millard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another winner which no doubt has been eclipsed by time. Great for reference and substance. After getting this one then you will be more then ready to branch out to more specific items in other books.

[Margaret · Rating 4 out of 5]

very good reference guide for unusual fruits and vegetables

[Beatrix · Rating 5 out of 5]

I do not see many of the fruits and veggies discussed in the book but the information is fascinating!

[Mitch · Rating 5 out of 5]

i couldnt live without this book.