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Since it was first published in 1973, Couscous and Other Good Food from Morocco has established itself as the classic work on one of the world's great cuisines. From the magnificent bisteeyas (enormous, delicate pies composed of tissue-thin, buttery layers of pastry and various fillings) to endless varieties of couscous, Paula Wolfert reveals not only the riches of the Moroccan kitchen but also the variety and flavor of the country itself. With its outstanding recipes, meticulous and loving research, and keen commitment to the traditions of its subject, this is one of the rare cookbooks that are as valuable for their good reading as for their inspired food.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #70945 in Books
• Published on: 1987-04-29
• Released on: 1987-02-18
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 368 pages

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North Africa is the home to one of the world's great cuisines. Redolent of saffron, cumin and cilantro, Moroccan cooking can be as elegant or as down-home hearty as you want it to be. In Couscous and Other Good Food from Morocco, author Paula Wolfert has collected delectable recipes that embody the essence of the cuisine. From Morocco's national dish, couscous (for which Wolfert includes more than 20 different recipes), to delicacies such as Bisteeya (a pigeon pie made with filo, eggs, and raisins among other ingredients), Wolfert describes both the background of each recipe and the best way to prepare it. As if the mouthwatering recipes weren't enough, each chapter includes some aspect of Moroccan culture or history, be it an account of Moroccan moussems, or festivals, or a description of souks, or markets. Just reading the recipes will be enough to induce ravenous hunger even on a full stomach. Once you've tried the Chicken Tagine with Prunes and Almonds, or the Seared Lamb Kebabs Cooked in Butter, Paula Wolfert's Couscous and Other Good Foods from Morocco will become a well-worn title on your cookbook shelf.

About the Author

Paula Wolfert is the author of Couscous and Other Good Food From Morocco, Mediterranean Cooking, and Paula Wolfert's World of Food. She is married to the crime novelist William Bayer and lives in New York City.

Customer Reviews

This is one of the absolute best cookbooks ever
Paul Wolfert presents a collection of tremendous recipes and some very interesting background information. This is one of my favorite cookbooks. Each recipe seems better than the last no matter what order you create them. Even if you own other Paula Wolfert cookbooks, you still need this one.

Wonderfull Flavors - Great Book
I recently discovered Moroccan cooking and found the flavors to be wonderful. This cookbook was recommended when I purchased my tagine and I have been making wonderfull fragrant stews ever since.

The cookbook itself offers an insite into Moroccan life and cooking methods. If you like spicey try the Harissa sauce. It is easy to make and delicious on couscous and stews.

If you have a taste for the exotic I recommend this cookbook.

Tastes like Morocco!
The completion of every recipe I've tried out of this book is usually followed with an exultatory: "Tastes just like Morocco!"

I purchased this book after serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in Morocco. After eating the "real deal" for 2 years, it's such a comfort to have found a cookbook that is not only an interesting read, but also lets you create Moroccan-authentic cuisine outside of Morocco.

I've made the couscous (small family recipe - still served 4-6), preserved lemons, and several tagines and salads.

There are a fair number of Moroccan cookbooks or modern Moroccan cookbooks out there. Save yourself the trouble and stick with Wolfert's cookbook. It's hands down the best one out there.