Shellfish

These fifty delicious and approachable shellfish recipes-which includes shrimp, crab, scallops, oysters, clams, mussels, and lobster-are perfect for busy home cooks who want to create satisfying dishes and who also may be new to cooking with shellfish.

Arranged by shellfish type, this collection of recipes incorporate varieties enjoyed around the country, including everyone's favorite: shrimp! Additionally, each chapter includes helpful tips and information about each species, including seasonality, sustainability, shopping for shellfish, as well as storing and handling. You'll find recipes for dinners and appetizers, as well as soups and salads. Written in a friendly voice, these fifty simple, nourishing recipes will have even novices feeling confident cooking shellfish in the kitchen.

Recipes include:

Fried Shrimp, Lemon, and Herbs

Grilled Shrimp on Lentil-Arugula Salad

Crab and Blistered Cherry Tomato Fettuccine

Mini Pizzas with Clams

Mussels with Winter Squash and Green Curry

Seared Scallops with Capers and Lemon

Horseradish and Bread Crumb Baked Oysters

Stir-Fried Lobster with Shiitake and Celery

Crab and Endive Gratin