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Name: James Beard's menus for entertaining
Author: James Beard

📘 James Beard's menus for entertaining by James Beard

James Beard’s "Menus for Entertaining" presents a comprehensive collection of recipes designed to suit every gathering. The book organizes dishes into themed menus, covering casual outdoor barbecues, relaxed family meals, and sophisticated formal dinner parties. Each entry provides clear instructions, ingredient lists, and suggestions for pairing, making it a practical guide for cooks seeking to impress at any event.

First publish date: 1965

Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Cooking & Recipes

Authors: James Beard

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