The Kitchen Counter Cooking School

I purchased this book after reading a review from another blogger; and, it was well worth the investment!

The Kitchen Counter Cooking School written by Kathleen Flinn

After finishing her culinary degree at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, Kathleen found herself wondering what to do next.  However, after a chance encounter at the local grocery store where she helped a mom figure out how to replace her pre-packaged grocery supplies with fresh ingredients, she embarked on a project that would bring confidence to nine hesitant home cooks. Kathleen began by putting together a group of volunteers that would allow her to come into their homes to investigate how they cook, and then teach them how to be proficient in the kitchen. She taught these women, from diverse economic backgrounds, how to perform elemental tasks such as chopping vegetables, roasting chicken, making stock, and creating soups. The results for each volunteer were different, but they all gained confidence and know how that changed the way they ate.

As someone who teaches simple cooking classes on a regular basis, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I have seen the same sense of accomplishment on the faces of women that Kathleen describes in her book. The overall feeling of community that takes place in the kitchen is something that is essential to the health of our bodies and our families; and, this book definitely portrays that feeling. I would recommend this book to both seasoned home cooks and new cooks alike. It offers a wide range of hints and tips along with some tasty looking recipes. A great read for anyone who needs inspiration in the kitchen!

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