The Whole Foods Cookbook

THE WHOLE FOODS

KOSHER KITCHEN

This amazing cookbook will prove that the right natural foods are not only healthier for you but tastier too!  Just in time for passover this wonderful cookbook offers 420 pages of tasty recipes for your entire family to enjoy.  

Inside the cookbook you will find three comprehensive indexes:

1. A General Index
2. A Gluten-Free Index
3. A Passover Index 

Inside the cookbook you will find everything from Poultry and Meat to Desserts and everything in between.  Some of the recipes that really stood out to me was the Cranberry Relish,  Cold Fruit Soup,  and Chocolate Salami...I know sounds delicious right!  Well, it looks delicious too because throughout the cookbook you will find 73 full page pictures that will leave your mouth watering.  


The hardcover book makes a perfect homewarming gift or a great addition to your cookbook collection.  


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Lavana Kirshchenbaum is a talented cookbook author, cooking teacher, and former owner of Levana Restaurant on Manhattan's Upper West Side,  which recently closed after thirty-two years of upscale dining.  She is dedicated to delivering  her fans nutritious recipes through her many cookbooks. 


BUY IT: You can purchase a hardback copy of The Whole Foods Cookbook  for $39.95.


LEARN MORE: To learn more about this cookbook and the author be sure to visit www.levanacooks.com.


*Disclaimer - I received the item mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinion of the book.  All of my opinions expressed in this post are one hundred percent honest and true.*   

Entertain Like A Texas Gentleman Cookbook Review + Giveaway

Every woman needs a gentleman and every man needs to know how to be a gentlemen.  The majority of men these days could use some tips,  I am not saying all of them,  and of course not my husband... but it couldnt hurt!  


Instead of having to cook your husband dinner on valentine's Day wouldn't it be absolutly thoughtful of him to cook for you!  Maybe he just isnt a cook or he doesnt want to take the time,  well then he could use some tips and recipes from The Entertain Like A Texas Gentleman cookbook!  My mom lived in Texas for quite a while and become quite fond of Texas gentlemans,  so I know she would especially like this book however it is intended for a male,  so I decided to pass it along to a special man in my life,  my husband!  Hopefully he takes in all the tips and puts them to use along with the yummy recipes.  


While flipping though the recipes I noticed that they are very impressive,  which means they would certainly impress your Valentine's date (whoever that may be).  I found a recipe for pumpkin muffins with brown sugar creme filling that looks out of this world amazing.  I plan on making them very soon because I am a huge fan of pumpkin.  


Take a look through this book and I am sure you will be able to put together a perfect menu for your love on Valentine's Day,  no matter if you are male or female.  The tips may be for just the men,  but the recipes can be made by men or women. The only thing that I disliked about this book is that it does not contain any images,  but other than that it is fabulous! 


This soft back book contains 247 pages of outstanding recipes that will be sure to impress!  


ABOUT THE AUTHOR: David Harap a talented culinary instructor grew up with a passion for food which he carried on throughout his life.  His style of cooking can be credited to his global travels which inspired his style.  He teaches a variety of classes inlcluding many on(you guessed it)...entertaining!


BUY IT:  You can purchase Entertain Like A Texas Gentleman for $22.95 for a soft cover book or a hard back copy for $29.95.


LEARN MORE:  To learn more about this book and the author visit  www.likeagent.com,   www.newyearpublishing.com, and Amazon.Com.

WIN IT: One of my lucky readers is going to receive their very own copy of Entertain Like A Texas Gentleman!  


*Disclaimer - I received the cookbook mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinion of their products.  All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*

300 Best Potato Recipes Cookbook

300 BEST POTATO RECIPES

Potatoes are probably my most favorite vegetable on the planet,  well mine and just about everyone elses too!  They are inexpensive,  easy to make,  and go great with just about anything.  If you need some great recipes for cooking with Potatoes you should definently purchase the 300 Best Potato Recipes.  When cooking with potatoes the possiblilities are endless because they are so versatile,  as you will see in the 300 Best Potato Recipes book. 


Not only does 300 Potato Recipes feature lots of yummy recipes,  but it also includes an  interesting history of potatoes,  and an extensive glossary of almost 200 of the worlds most common potato varieties.  This is one of those cookbook where you dont know what recipe to make first because they all look so appetizing


300 Best Potato Recipes offers a wonderful variety of scrumptious potato recipes in the following categories:

• Appitizers
• Snacks
• Small Plates and Light Meals
• Salads
• Soups
• Main Courses with Meat
• Poultry,  Fish,  and Seafood
• Vegetarian Mains
• Side Dishes
• Breads and Bisuits
• Desserts and Confections
• And so much more!

Take a peak inside and you will find everything from Onions & Potato Cake to Hot Pepper & Potato Hash with Oven Eggs.  You would be surprised by how many different recipes you can make using potatoes.  Next time I go to the grocery store I am going to purchase two big bags of potatoes and start putting these recipes to use! 


Did you know?

• Potatoes are not fattening.
• Yukon Gold was the creation of a Canadian
• There are about 4,000 varieties of potatoes
• A sufficient amount of potatoes to feed a family of four for a week of dinners can often be had for less than only $5.00.
• Over 55% of potatoes grown in Canada are processed, mostly into french fries.

Meet The Author: Kathleen Sloan-Mcintosh is not only an author but also a food journalist and the owner and opperator of the Black Dog Village Pub & Bistro in Bayfield,  Ontario. 


BUY IT:  You can purchase 300 Best Potato Recipes for only $24.95 in the US and $27.95 in Canada.  This book will be available beginning November 1st.

*Disclaimer - I received the book mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinion of their products.  All of my opinons are one hundred percent honest and true.*

The Italian Table Cookbook

Love Italian food?  Love cooking Italian food or in the market for a new Italian cookbook?  Then The Italian Table Cookbook is just for you!  The Italian Table Eating Together For Every Occasion hardback Cookbook by Ron Suhanosky will leave your mouth watering as you flip through page after page of delicous Italian recipes.  take a peak inside this fabulous cookbook and you will find everything from tasty entrees to satisfying desserts. 

Throughout the cookbook you will find many images to go along with the recipes or theme of the page.  It's no wonder why this is such an excellent cookbook being that it was written by a former chef of the acclaimed Stoglia restaurants on Nantucket and Manhatten.  Ron Suhanosky has appeared on "The Today Show",  "The CBS Show",  and "The Martha Stewart Show" and been featured on many famous magazines and media.  Matter of fact,  his first book,  Pasta Sfoglia,  won him a James Beard Award in 2010 and was also selected as one of falls best chef cookbooks by Bon Appetit. 

As a special treat for you I get to share one of the delicous recipes found in The Italian Table Cookbook.



Caponata with Cornmeal Crackers

serves 6 to 8

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup fresh stone-ground

cornmeal

1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus

more for sprinkling

5 black peppercorns, crushed

3 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 cup whole milk

4 tablespoons unsalted butter,

melted

1 teaspoon finely chopped

shallots

1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh

thyme leaves

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

2. Combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, peppercorns, sugar, and baking powder in a

large mixing bowl.

3. Place the milk, butter, shallot, and thyme in a blender at medium speed or the

bowl of a food processor with the blade attachment and blend/process for about

2 minutes, or until well incorporated.

3. Pour the milk mixture from the blender/processor into the flour mixture and work

the two together with your hands, kneading the dough with your fingers, until a

pliable dough forms.

4. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough out between the 2 sheets of parchment paper

to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Place the bottom parchment with the dough cylinder on

a baking sheet. Sprinkle the dough with about 1 teaspoon salt and bake for 8 to

10 minutes, or until golden around the edges.

5. Remove the dough from the oven and cut it into 2-inch squares or, if you prefer,

diagonal shapes. (There is no need to separate them at this stage; they will easily

break apart once fully baked.) Return the crackers to the oven and bake until

golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature and serve.

s t o r a g e : The crackers keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to

2 weeks.




BUY IT:  You can purchase The Italian Table Eating Together For Every Occasion Cookbook for only $29.95. 

*Disclaimer - I received the cookbook mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinon of their products.  All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*

Adventures With Chocolate Recipe Book

Wanna know my secret addiction?  You may have guessed it,  but my secret addiction is chocolate!  No matter if it's a cupcake,  cookie,  cheesecake,  candybar or cannolis,  just as long as it's chocolate- I'm there!  So it's no suprise that when presented with an opportunity to review Adventures with Chocolate cookbook I jumped at it.

Adventures with Chocolate is a delightful cookbook that will take your mind to a chocolate wonderland!  This fabulous cookbook is written by Paula A. Young,  a talented author who makes mahic through her sweet delights!  As you flip through the pages you will soon notice that this is not your average chocolate recipe book. 

Browse through the beautifully illistrated pages and you will find plenty of scrumptious chocolate recipes that will leave your mouth watering and your tastebuds lust for a taste. Take a peek in the book and you will see plenty of recipes including some of my favorites:

• Slow Roasted Almond Rocher Slab With Crimson Raisins
• Christmas Pudding Truffles
• Sea Salted Chocolate and Pecan Tart

Those are just a few of the sweet treats you will find in this sweet cookbook.  Not only does this cookbook make a great gift for yourself,   but also for the upcoming Christmas holiday. Try making some of the recipes in this for your next celebration and I am sure you will leave your guests very impressed with your unique and delighful treats.   Purchase this book  for any chocolate lover,  cookbook collector, or chef!

BUY IT:  You can purchase Adventures With Chocolate for only $24.95.

*Disclaimer - I received the item mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinions of their products.  All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*

2011 Holiday Gift Guide - Day 7- 750 Best Appetizers

What is served before lunch or dinner in small potions to stimulate your desire to eat?  Well the answer is appitizers and what tastier appetizers to serve than the ones in 750  Best Appetizers cookbook.  This amazing cookbook is packed full of mouth tantilizing recipes including everything from dips & salsas to spreads & shooters.  With a huge variety of recipes this cookbook includes every and any recipe you could need to make appetizers for any occasion from Backyard BBQ's to elegant sit down meals. 

750 Best Appitizers Cookbook  is sorted into sixteen chapters for certain types of dishes,  specific ingredients,  and by presentation.  You will find chapters such as Knives and Forks,  Wraps and Rolls,  and Desserts.  The name of the book may be 750 Best Appetizers but the book actually contains over 750 tasty recipes!  With the holidays here what better time than now to purchase this recipe book full of delicous recipes to make for your holiday gatherings. 

This full color paperback book contains 600 pages of delicious recipes and twenty four pages of vivid photos to go along with the recipes. 


BUY IT:  You can purchase 750 Best Appetizer book for $24.95.

LEARN MORE:  To learn more about 750 Best Appetizer cookbook please visit www.robertrose.ca/book/750-best-appetizers.


*Disclaimer - I received the cookbook mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinion of their products.  All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*

Slow Cooker Recipe Book

I love to use my slow cooker because it saves me so much time and is so convenient to use.  Busy during the day and no time to cook?  No problem,  I just slip some ingredients into my slow cooker and flip the switch!  I don't think I could live without my slow cooker,  which I think is more important to me then even my microwave!  Slow cookers provide tasty meals with little clean up and are extremely cheap to operate and maintain. 

With fall here and Winter soon upon us now seems like the perfect time to pull out my Slow Cooker Cookbook.  This wonderful cookbook called "The 150 Best Slow Cooker Recipes Second Edition" features over 250 fabulous slow cooker recipes.  Inside the cookbook you will find everything from Soups to Appetizers and even Desserts!  Many of the pages feature beautiful images of food made from recipes found in the book. 

Fall time is a great time to enjoy a nice piping hot bowl of Chili with crackers.  This cookbook provides a very nice assortment of all different types of Chili recipes,  fifteen to be exact.  From simple Chili to more extraordinary Chili such as Butternut Chili.  Speaking of all this Chili is making my mouth water,  and I am sure as soon as you read this Chili recipe your mouth will be watering too!


Excerpted from The 150 Best Slow Cooker Recipes, Second Edition by Judith Finlayson. Photographs by Colin Erricson © 2011 Robert Rose Inc. www.robertrose.ca Reprinted with permission. All rights reserved.

RECIPE:     TWO BEAN TURKEY CHILI

*Medium to Large (31/2 to 6 quart) slow cooker

4 Cups   Cooked pinto beans

1 tbsp     Oil

2             Onions,  finely chopped

2             Stalks Celery,  thinly sliced

6             Cloves Garlic,  minced

1 tbsp     Ground Cumin

2 tbsp     Dried Oregano

1/2 tsp    Cracked Black Peppercorns

               Zest of 1 Lime

2 tbsp    Fine Cornmeal

1 Cup    Chicken or Turkey Broth

1             Can (28 oz/796 mL) Tomatoes with juice,  coarsely chopped

2 Lbs     Skinless Boneless Turkey Breast,  cut into 1/2 inch (1cm) cubes

2 Cups   Frozen Sliced Green Beans

1 tbsp     New Mexico or Ancho Chile Powder,  dissolved in 2 tbsp (30mL) Lime Juice

1             Green Bell Pepper,  diced

1             Red Bell Pepper,  diced

1             Can (41/2 oz/127 mL) diced mild Green Chile's

1             Jalepeno Pepper or Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce,  Diced, optional

1.  In a skillet,  heat oil over medium heat.  Add onions and celery and cook,  stirring,  until celery is softened,  about 5 minutes.  Add garlic and cook,  stirring for one minute.  Add cumin,  oregano,  peppercorns,  and lime zest and cook, stirring for one minute.  Add cornmeal and toss to coat.  Add broth and cook,  stirring,  until mixture boils,  about one minute.  Add tomatoes with juice and return to a boil. 

2.   Transfer to slow cooker stonewear.  Stir in turkey,  pinto beans,  and green beans.  Cover and Cook on Low for 6 hours or on High for 3 hours,  until turkey is tender and mixture is bubbly.  Add Chile powder solution,  green and red bell peppers,  mild green Chile's,  and jalapeno pepper,  if using. Cover and cook on High for 30 minutes,  until bell peppers are tender. 

Tip:  If you would like to make it ahead of time Complete step one then cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.  When your ready to cook,  continue with the recipe. 

BUY IT:  You can purchase this cookbook for $24.95. 

LEARN MORE:  To learn more about this cookbook visit  http://www.robertrose.ca.


*Disclaimer - I received the cookbook mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinion of their products.  All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*



Gifts from the Kitchen Cookbook

Gifts from the Kitchen

I don't know about you,  but one of my favorite things to receive on the Holidays is homemade baked goods.  Not only do I like to receive them,  but I also like to give them,  so when I received the "Gifts from the Kitchen" book to review I couldnt have been more excited!   Gifts from the Kitchen 100 Irresistible Homemade Presents for Every Occasion by Annie Rigg offers many great ideas to inspire your homemade gift giving this holiday season. 

The author of this fabulous book,  Annie Riggs, is a freelance writer and food stylist.  Not only has she worked on many different books and best selling magazine but has also worked with a number of top chef's.  She is also the author of Birthday Cakes for Kids.  You can visit Annie Riggs at www.annierigg.com.

As I flipped through the pages I came across page after page of wonderful treats to bake for holiday gift giving.  Throughout the book you will find many beautiful vivid images so you can really get a clear image of what the outcome of the recipe should look like.  I especially liked the look of the Creamy Vanilla Funday with Chocolate and Nuts.  All of the recipes are sorted into easy to read chapters.  This hardback book comes with 176 pages and measures 8 1/4 x 9 1/2.  Gift from the Kitchen will make a perfect addition to your cookbook collection or a great way to gain ideas for your next homemade holiday gifts.

BUY IT:  You can purchase Gifts from the Kitchen Hardback book for only $24.95.

*Disclaimer - I received the book mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinon of their products.  All of my opinons are one hundred percent honest and true.*

Real Moms Love To Eat

Today while on Social Moms,  I came across a great book,  Real Moms Love To Eat written by a mommy blogger.  I must say I was very excited to learn more about this book because I am a mommy blogger myself!  Besides the fact that I am a REAL mom myself and love to eat so this book just seemed to fit me perfectly!  As a mom it seems like I will come up with any excuse for a snack or some goodies no matter if its a holiday or one of my childrens parties,  but what I eat is what get's me into trouble or should I say gets my body into trouble!  I can't begin to tell you how many times I have tried diet only to be frustrated with myself and end up failing,  but I am happy to say that  I have found new light with the book called "Real Moms Love To Eat". 

This book will help you make good choices on the type of food you choose to put in your body.  Not only does it incude tasty recipes, but also helpful food tips to guide you along the way.

This book is broken down into three very useful sections:

1. 21 Days of suggestions.
2. How to make gradual changes
3. Learning about food and how it impacts your life. 

 

This lovely new cookbook written by Beth Aldrich would make a perfect holiday gift or addition to any cookbook collection.  Matter of fact,  I think it would be useful for any woman to own!  Just like us she is a real mom herself who also enjoys to eat, again just like us! 

 

LEARN MORE:  To learn more about Real Moms Love To Eat visit the website or to learn more  about becoming a Food Affairiate.   You may also want to connect  with Real Moms Love To Eat on Facebook.   You can also participate in the Book Pre-Order Contest if you would like.

 

 

 

I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Beth Aldrich - Real Moms Love to Eat blogging program, for a chance to get 3,000 My SocialMoms Rewards points. For more information on how you can participate, click here

 

Biscuiteers Book of Iced Cookies

BISCUITEERS BOOK OF ICED COOKIES

Looking for a really great recipe book for iced cookies?  Then look no further because the "Biscuiteers Book of Iced Cookies"  has all the recipes you could ever desire!  This wonderful paperback cookbook is written by Harriet Hastings & Sarah Moore.  The Biscuiteers Book of Iced Cookies is sold by BISCUITEERS,  a popular website known for their stylish  icing cookie decorations.  Visit their site and take a look at all of their beautifully decorated iced cookies.

Next time instead of sending flowers you may want to think of sending cookies,  or you will after you read this cookbook any ways!  You will gain many of the necessary tips to be able to create your very own masterpeices of art all in the form of beautifully decorated cookies.  The cookbook contains many helpful tips for producing the best icing possible.  Once you have read the icing tips and experiemented with them a bit you will be ready to try out some of the recipes.  After you choose a basic cookie recipe to make you will be able to begin choosing your icing decoration.


The icing decorating is definitely the fun part of the entire process!  The Biscuiteers Book of Iced Cookies contains all of the icing decorations you will need for any occasion including new baby,  weddings,  birthdays,  baby showers,  Halloween,  Thanksgiving,  Valentine's Day,  Easter,  and plenty other fun icing decorations.   I plan on making some of the Christmas Ornament cookies and placing them in clear bags,  wrapped with a red bow to hand out as gifts on Christmas.  They would also make great favors for a Christmas party.  Each recipe and idea features a vivid image so you can get a good picture as to exactly how the cookie should look thanks to Katie Hammond for her beautiful photography throughout the book.  Glance through the book and your mind will fill with endless possiblities as to how to decorate your cookies for your special occasion. 


Flip to the back of the book and you will find plenty of templates you can use to shape your cookies into perfect shapes.  I was able to find a candy cane shaped template for the Christmas Ornament cookies.  Besides the Christmas themed cookie icing decorations I also found a bunch of other ones that I would like to attempt to try including one for birthdays and another for Boy's because after all what kid doesnt like cookies!  Be sure to check this cookbook out and I am sure you will find it as interesting and helpful as I did!  It will give you some great tips and ideas you can use throughout the year on many different occassions. 

 ABOUT THE AUTHORS:
Harriet Hastings is a married mother of four children who cofounded Biscuiteers with her husband Stevie Congdon.  Sarah Moore a mother of three children is a talented creative director and a connisseur of delightful cookies. 


BUY IT:  You can purchase this book for $18.95.

LEARN MORE:  To learn more visit www.biscuiteers.com.

One Sweet Cookie

Wanna know how to make one sweet cookie?  Well then it would definitely help to read the One Sweet Cookie Cook book.  This amazing recipe book features page after page of heavenly cookie recipes including delightful bars.  Throughout the 191 pages of the book you will find spectacular illustrations by Ellen Silverman.  Her photographs have appeared in many cookbooks including Jurt Gutenbrunner's Neue Sabarsky,  Wallse,  and Blaue Gans as well as leading lifestyle magazines. 

Tracey Zabar is the author of this phenomenal cookie cookbook. She is a baker,  a jewelery designer,  and the author of several books including Charmed Bracelets.  Tracey was the assistant project editor of Sarabeth Levine's Sarabeth's Bakery: From My Hands to Yours.  A portion of the proceeds from each book benefits Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP), which is a national non-profit organization,  founded by Richard Grausman. 

This cookbook contains many fabulous recipes including:

• Cheesecake Brownies
• Crazy Cowboy Cookies
• Pecan and Chocolate Cookies
• Ice-Cream Sandwiches
• Almond Kipferl

As I flipped through the book I found traditional recipes,   but mostly I found unusual recipes that really stood out to me. Ever heard of Lemon Poppy Seed Linzers,  well I hadn't either until I saw them in the One Sweet Cookie Cookbook!  They look amazing,  as does all of the cookies in the cookbook. I was surprised my husband even looked through the entire book and found a recipe he would like to make.  I couldn't believe that the actually found a cookie recipe that he wanted to make!  I have to admit it does look very tasty,  so I would like to share the recipe with you!

BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

Ingredients:

• 6 Ounces (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
• 6 medium-ripe bananas

Directions:

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment,  cream butter,  granulated sugar,  confectioners sugar,  and vanilla on medium speed until light and fluffy.  Reduce the speed to low and slowly stir in the chocolate chips and continue to stir for about a minute.

Remove the dough from the mixer and place between 2 large sheets of parchment paper.  Roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.  Remove the top layer of parchment,  score the dough using a 1 1/4 inch round cookie cutter,  and put the parchment back on top.  Gently slide the sheet of dough onto a half-sheet pan and place in freezer to chill for about one hour.  (The dough can be prepared several days in advance.)

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.  Line three half-sheet pans with parchment paper.  Remove the dough from the freezer.  Pop out the rounds of cute cookie dough.  Arrange the rounds on the prepared pans,  1/2 inch apart.  Bake for 8-10 minutes,  or until light golden brown.  Cool completely on wire racks. 

Peel and cut bananas into 1/2 inch thick slices and sandwich each one between two chocolate chip cookies.  Serve immediately. 

BUY IT:  This cookbook can be purchased for $30.00 on http://www.rizzoliusa.com/.  You can also find it on Amazon.com.

*Disclaimer - I received the cookbook mentioned above,  free of charge,  for review purposes.  In no way did this alter my opinion of their products. All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*