According to the San Juan Star, "the cookbook is seen and is more likely better read in some homes than the religious tome. . . . [it] is considered a primer for beginning cooks . . . a textbook for home economists and it is a guide for the gourmet as well."

    . . [her books] are considered today to be the definitive books on island cooking."-New York TimesWritten entirely in Spanish, Cocina Criolla, the standard reference work on traditional Puerto Rican cooking, is in its 68th priniting and has special appeal to those who enjoy the island's cuisine.In addition to offering hundreds of delicious recipes, Cocina Criolla includes advice for the inexperienced cook that ranges from suggestions about the most efficient way to read a recipe to suggestions about what kitchen equipment every cook should have.Cocina Criolla no puede compararse con la generalidad de los libros de cocina. En muchos puntos difiere grandemente de 'stos. Pero por su encaje perfecto en la necesidad actual de literatura culinaria pr'ctica y 'til y por la forma detallada y caracter'stica de sus rectas es, de por s', 'nico en su clase.Cocina Criolla solucionar' muchas problemas dom'sticos y por lo tanto, est' llamad a ser un libro indespensable en el hogar.The English edition of this book, Puerto Rican Cookery, is in its 36th printing with more than 167,000 copies in print and is also available from Pelican.

    Virtually everything you need to know about home canning is here: how to select, prepare, and can fruits, vegetables, poultry, red meats, and seafoods; how to preserve fruit spreads, fermented foods, and pickled vegetables; how to test jar seals, identify and handle spoiled canned foods, prepare foods for special diets, and much more. Also included are scores of simply written recipes that enable even beginners to prepare such taste-tempting dishes as smoked fish, turkey-tamale pie, chicken croquettes, Mexican tomato sauce, strawberry-rhubarb pie, chile con carne, apple butter, pickled sweet green tomatoes, and a peach-pineapple spread. Easy-to-follow directions make canning simple even for those who have never tried it. Nothing is assumed! Every step, every detail is carefully explained and has been thoroughly tested by government experts.

    The ultimate comfort food, it can be found in the cuisines of nearly every culture. James Beard, heralded by the New York Times as “the dean of American cookery” enriches our understanding of this culinary staple with his collection of recipes and commentary on store-bought versus homemade pasta, wine pairings, choosing the perfect cheese, and other insights.   From familiar spaghetti entrées to more adventurous fare, such as udon noodle soup and spätzle, Beard brings meals from all over the globe into the home chef’s kitchen. Under the guidance of America’s original gastronomic genius, the basic noodle is elevated in dishes such as basil lasagna, Portuguese fish stew with orzo, and cheddar angel hair soufflé. Beard on Pasta is full of easy-to-follow recipes, along with tips on preparation, sauce, and serving that you’ll be eager to try. This comprehensive cookbook provides all the tools you need to make delectable and unforgettable pasta for any occasion.

    An African American woman who rose from humble beginnings, she became famous for reviving the almost forgotten world of refined Southern cooking. The Edna Lewis Cookbook was her first book, published in 1972, and contains over 100 recipes, arranged in menu form and organized according to the season of the year.

    There are detailed and illustrated instructions for all procedures needed to prepare and cook game and fish. Over 800 recipes included.

    The very best of the worlds meatless cuisine can be found in the 1,300+ delectable, easy-to-prepare recipes that will please every palate, from short-order devotees to gourmets. Also included is a complete guide to cooking and baking techniques, clear instructions on how to make homemade mixes, ethnic menu ideas, and straight forward directions on how to can, freeze and preserve your favorite foods.

    Yogi Bhajan combines ancient Indian medical teachings with his own practical experience as a master of the healing arts and a master chef. What to eat, when to eat it, and why to eat it - plus simple, sensible guidelines on how to prepare, serve and digest the food you eat. There are uniquely informative sections on special foods for men, women and children, with recipes and recommendations you'll find nowhere else. You'll also find food remedies which may be helpful in treating such common ailments as: colds, flu, arthritis, constipation, impotency, indigestion, lower back pain, liver problems, and more. Whether you're trying to be healthy or stay healthy, this book will prove to be an invaluable companion.

    Delia Smith provides straightforward information about ingredients and equipment, and presents a collection of over 100 traditional favourites and new recipes.

    

    Recipe favorites by Dolly Madison, Thomas Jefferson, William Penn, John Paul Jones, and many more famous people created these tasty dishes, all adapted to modern kitchens.This unique cookbook includes little known historical facts and many new ideas for creative dinners.(From back cover)Also includes recipes by region (i.e. Old West, Old Southern, Boston School, etc.).

    With special advice on children, labels, and mail-order sources, it's a unique and indispensable guide to good, wholesome food and lifelong health.

    

    For this you need ideas - themes to mark the occasion or something different to set it apart. Here they are, a marvellous selecton of novelty creations from Cadbury's including cakes, biscuits and party set pieces, ranging from the humorous or fantastic to the simple and appealing.Whatever the celebration, you need never again be lost for inspiration. Besides a selection of original chocolate cakes, decorated appropriately for the more elegant anniversaries and feasts, there are lots of fun ideas for family parties - Mushroom Manor, Treasure Chest or a Calculator for example, with a collection of individual items to fill any gaps on the table.In imagination you can travel to the moon in a Space Rocket, don a Feather Bonnet, play a darts match, even win a real game of dominoes playing with the Domino Biscuits. Seasons like Christmas and Easter are represented by delightful motifs such as Santa Claus figures and Humpty Dumpty.All these attractive items are so easy to make, with clear instructions and a colour photograph of each recipe to guarantee success every time. In addition, there are numerous line drawings and helpful tips which simplify any new or complicated techniques. Many of the recipes include advice on advance preparation, storage or freezing and the quickest method of assembling the cake at the last minute.Full of clever surprises to enhance the tea table, Cadbury's Novelty Cookbook offers a feast of delicious recipe suggestions for all occasions.

    

    Offers many choices for informal lunch or a more elegant occasion.

    The author provides countless tips on adapting everyday recipes, ordering judiciously in restaurants, decreasing salt and sugar intake, losing weight and keeping it off. The new edition pays special attention to women and heart disease, explains HDL and LDL cholesterol and what the numbers really mean, and discusses coronary regression, the benefits of aspirin, and lifestyle factors vs. genetics. It dispels food myths--that shrimp is a no-no, alcohol is always unhealthy, and ground turkey is better than ground beef--and shows how to make use of low-fat food products.

    Cooking brilliantly imaginative American high cuisine without recipes.

    This English edition, 1989.Large format, 9 x 11.5 x 1 inches'[Book has faulty ISBN on copyright page. Correct ISBN is on dustjacket: 0-517-41020-6]

    

    F. K. Fisher ., ." the best way to describe it is simply to say, try it, because you'll find all sorts of riches. This is an imaginative concept, extremely well realized." -- Southwest Review Just remembering the crispy fried chicken and luscious peach cobblers a grandmother or aunt used to make can set your mouth watering. And since remembering is no substitute for eating, cooks across the country have turned to Cooking Texas Style to find recipes for the "comfort foods" we love best. In just ten years, public acclaim has made this collection of favorite family recipes the standard source for traditional Texas cooking. Here are over three hundred tasty recipes from the kitchens of Candy Wagner and Sandra Marquez, including guacamole, chili, chicken-fried steak, barbecue, and cornbread hot with jalapen os. Over sixty recipes are new to this edition, while others present novel, exciting ways to prepare old favorites such as Tortilla Soup, Fajitas, and Chicken and Dumplings. Essential for everyone interested in cooking-- and eating-- Texas style, all these recipes are clearly explained, simple to prepare, and simply delicious.

    

    Delight you tastebuds while protecting your health-with this unique collection of spectacular 'alternative' recipes from a noted pioneer in low-risk, high-quality cooking.

    VOILA! Lafayette, LA Centennial Cookbook by Jean K Durkee was prepared in conjunction with the centennial celebration of Louisiana's "Cajun Capitol." This beautiful hard cover cookbook of 256 pages brings together conventional and microwave recipes from the best cooks found in a region acclaimed for its cuisine.

    

    Text and photographs present detailed instructions for making a variety of cookies, including holiday, no-bake, and "natural" ones.