1st Edition

Chef's Guide to Charcuterie

By Jacques Brevery Copyright 2013
296 Pages
by CRC Press

296 Pages
by CRC Press

296 Pages
by CRC Press

Charcuterie, the art of transforming pork meats into various preparations as an array of dishes, has traditionally held a very important place in gastronomy. An art that demands serious attention by the chef, its success depends not only on the execution but also on the presentation. Chef's Guide to Charcuterie demonstrates how to transform lesser quality meats and organ meats into enjoyable... Read more

Introduction. Pork. Charcuterie. Salt. Brine-Cure Recipes. Results. Composition. Binding for Success. Sausage. Cooked Sausage. Terrines. Patés. Galantines. Ballottines.

Biography

Jacques Brevery, PhD, CEC, AAC, graduated from the Culinary Institute of Libramont Belgium in 1975, where he earned a Master’s Degree with honors and pursued a PhD in Natural Food Science and Anthropology. After an illustrious career at many fine institutions, he now works with his own consulting company helping restaurants in distress, openings, revamping menus, training, and designing. He continues to work with culinary schools by giving lectures and encouraging new talent.