The new edition of one of America_s best-selling culinary reference books is bigger and better than ever, with almost 6,000 listings on subjects related to food and drink. Hailed by Bon Appétit magazine as _one of the best reference books we_ve seen, a must for every cook_s library,_ it_s the ultimate kitchen tool. Here are answers to questions about cooking techniques, meat cuts, kitchen utensils, food, wine, cocktail terms, and much more. Readers will also find a completely revised and expanded appendix containing a pasta glossary, a pan substitution chart, consumer information contacts, ingredient equivalents and substitutions, and more. A million readers can_t be wrong_and they_ve found previous editions of this book invaluable. For anybody who cooks_or who simply loves food_here_s a terrific reference source and an outstanding cookbook supplement.