Includes a wealth of information on buying, storing and preparing onions, from a twice-crowned Cookery Journalist of the Year. Features over 100 inspirational recipes, including such classic dishes as Onion Tart and Onion Soup, and new ideas such as Chilled Garlic and Almond Soup with Grapes and Seared Tuna Steaks with Red Onion Salsa. Illustrated with over 800 stunning photographs, and step-by-step instructions. The colourful and comprehensive reference section identifies all the main varieties of onions, garlic, leeks, spring onions, shallots and chives, and provides a step-by-step guide to growing, preparing and cooking these versatile and popular ingredients. The second section provides 100 fantastic step-by-step recipes, showing how to use onions in tasty starters, soups, salads and main courses.