Sixty years ago food was in short supply and malnutrition
rates were high. The Ministry of Food was set up to teach
the public how to make the best use of the food available
to them. Fast forward to the present day, where we have
unlimited choices and plenty of food, yet we're living in
a world of junk food, additives and preservatives. Our
war is now against obesity, as most people have little or
no idea about how to cook and what makes a balanced diet.
We need to learn from the past. We need to look back at
the way our grandmothers and great-grandmothers cooked -
wholesome, tasty food that was simple and quick to
prepare. If you're a complete beginner in the kitchen,
Jamie's promise to you is that you'll be making some
great dinners within hours of reading his book. A little
knowledge and a few basic tools can go a long way, and
this book is your first step . . .