Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking by Marcella Hazan

A seminal cookbook that changed our relationship with Italian food in the United States. "Marcella Hazan introduced Americans to a whole new world of Italian food. In this, her magnum opus and one of the most beloved cookbooks of all time, she gives us a manual for cooks of every level of expertise—from beginners to accomplished professionals. From Pasta e Fagioli to the only tomato sauce you'll ever need (the secret ingredient: butter) ... this is the go-to Italian cookbook for students, newlyweds, and master chefs alike." Sidenote: for any Marcella fans, we highly recommend the new documentary Marcella, available on Amazon Prime, Apple, or anywhere you rent movies.