Devoted to 26 “Benchmark Recipes” identified in the book, this DVD brings these fundamental techniques to life as you watch and listen to a chef explain the “how’s” and “why’s” of a technique or ingredient.

Segment times run between 2:40 and 15:55.  Total run time is 3 hours and 8 minutes.

Segments:

Chicken Stock                Cream of Broccoli Soup

Sauteed Chicken            Pan-Fried Veal Cutlet

Deep Fried Cod              Roast Chicken

Barbecue Pork Ribs        Grilled Steak

Braised Lamb Shanks     Steamed Clams

Poached Salmon            Corned Beef

Frency-Style Peas          Green Beans

Rice Pilaf                       Whipped Potatoes          

Plain Omelette               Mayonaise

Pate de Campagne         Canapes

Apple Pie                       Baguette

Veal Blanquette              Turkey Mole Poblano

Paella Valenciana            Pork in Green Curry Sauce