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A BOOK IN SIX CHAPTERS

The Foundations of Pasta

A book in development, built around six foundations of pasta cooking. Learn the method, understand the decisions, and carry that knowledge into variations and complete dishes.

$19 digital book

Planned price · The book is being prepared. Purchases are not open yet.

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Linguine with clams and chorizo from the In The Dish kitchen
Original cooking and photography from In The Dish. The book is in preparation.

INSIDE THE BOOK IN DEVELOPMENT

Six foundations.
Knowledge to cook with.

  1. CHAPTER 01

    Pomodoro and Tomato Sauces

    Build a tomato foundation, learn to judge its flavor and consistency, and explore the variations it can support.

  2. CHAPTER 02

    Béchamel and Cheese Sauces

    Understand roux, texture, and cheese additions, then bring those techniques to baked pasta dishes.

  3. CHAPTER 03

    Broths and Pasta

    Develop a flavorful broth and understand how seasoning, concentration, and pasta shape work together.

  4. CHAPTER 04

    Fillings and Filled Pasta

    Learn to balance a filling, manage its moisture, and bring dough, shaping, and sauce together in a complete dish.

  5. CHAPTER 05

    Pestos

    Explore herb, nut, and vegetable preparations, with attention to texture, balance, and finishing the pasta.

  6. CHAPTER 06

    Butter, Cheese, and Eggs

    Understand the timing, heat, and texture decisions behind these sauces, from the first addition to the final toss.

WHAT WE ARE PLANNING

Useful beyond
a single dish.

  • Six chapters connecting foundations, variations, and complete pasta dishes
  • The chef’s reasoning, sensory checkpoints, and practical troubleshooting
  • A downloadable book designed to keep beside you in the kitchen

THE DETAILS

A book to return to.

The planned format is a downloadable PDF you can read at your own pace. The final recipe selection, price, and delivery details will be available before purchases open.

Refund and delivery terms will be shown before purchases open.

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