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What the Slaves Ate: Recollections of African American Foods and Foodways from the Slave Narratives by Herbert C. Covey
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In Pursuit of Flavor
Edna Lewis - 1988
When asked who has influenced them most, chefs from New York to Little Washington to Charleston cite Ms. Lewis and her classic collection of recipes, In Pursuit of Flavor, first published in 1988. Edna Lewis learned to cook by watching her mother prepare food in their kitchen in a small farming community in Virginia. Because she was raised at a time when the vegetables came from the garden, fruit from the orchard, pickles, relishes, chutney, and jellies from quick canning, and meat from the smokehouse, Edna Lewis knows how food should taste. Every recipe included in her cookbook, both old friends and new discoveries, reflects her memory of and continuing search for good flavor.
Retro Family Recipes : Old Fashioned Recipes from the 1960's-1990's
LeeAnne Jones - 2012
And, if you really want to relive those days of your youth, then I've also included some interesting information from that era in each recipe that is sure to spark your memory and even make you chuckle.I've made sure the recipe directions were easy to follow, all ingredients can be purchased in modern times and I've even added in nutritional information for each recipe.So, why not let your taste buds take a trip down memory lane?
Bound to the Fire: How Virginia's Enslaved Cooks Helped Invent American Cuisine
Kelley Fanto Deetz - 2017
Although these images are sanitized and romanticized in American popular culture, they represent the untold stories of enslaved men and women who had a significant impact on the nation's culinary and hospitality traditions even as they were forced to prepare food for their oppressors.Kelley Fanto Deetz draws upon archaeological evidence, cookbooks, plantation records, and folklore to present a nuanced study of the lives of enslaved plantation cooks from colonial times through emancipation and beyond. She reveals how these men and women were literally -bound to the fire- as they lived and worked in the sweltering and often fetid conditions of plantation house kitchens. These highly skilled cooks drew upon skills and ingredients brought with them from their African homelands to create complex, labor-intensive dishes such as oyster stew, gumbo, and fried fish. However, their white owners overwhelmingly received the credit for their creations.Focusing on enslaved cooks at Virginia plantations including Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and George Washington's Mount Vernon, Deetz restores these forgotten figures to their rightful place in American and Southern history. Bound to the Fire not only uncovers their rich and complex stories and illuminates their role in plantation culture, but it celebrates their living legacy with the recipes that they created and passed down to future generations.
Simple As Pie (Delicious Homemade Pie Recipes)
Sara Winlet - 2013
With these great pie recipes, you will be able to find that perfect pie to compliment your perfect dinner. In my Simple As Pie Cookbook, I include many old family favorite recipes, some of which have been enhanced with a few new twists. For example, I love cream pies, but I don’t like eating raw egg’s in meringue. So, I use my recipe for cream pie and make a topping that is out of this world. This Cookbook includes recipes for both great dessert pies and a bonus section with delicious savory pies.Old Fashioned Cherry PieTennessee Blackberry PieMountain Blueberry PieBerry Cranberry PieFresh Peach PieCherry Berry Peach PieBaked Strawberry PieDeep Dish Apple PieFabulous Cream ToppingMeringue ToppingOld Fashioned Chocolate Pie Coconut Cream PieLuscious Lemon Cream PieAmazing Banana Cream PieEasy Key Lime PieFluffy Strawberry PieRich Chocolate Pecan PiePecan Cookie PieLuscious Lemon Chess PieApple Butter Pumpkin PieCinnamon Apple Cake PieClassic Butter CrustClassic Graham Cracker CrustCream Cheese Pie CrustEasy Cookie Pie CrustOatmeal Pecan Pie CrustChicken Salad Hot PieCreamy Chicken Vegetable PiePesto Chicken PieSouthern Tomato Cheese PieHearty Taco Pie
Twinkie, Deconstructed: My Journey to Discover How the Ingredients Found in Processed Foods Are Grown, Mined (Yes, Mined), and Manipulated Into What America Eats
Steve Ettlinger - 2007
And, like most consumers, he often reads the ingredients label -- without a clue as to what most of it means. So when his young daughter asked, "Daddy, what's polysorbate 60?" he was at a loss -- and determined to find out. From the phosphate mines in Idaho to the corn fields in Iowa, from gypsum mines in Oklahoma to the vanilla harvest in Madagascar, Twinkie, Deconstructed is a fascinating, thoroughly researched romp of a narrative that demystifies some of the most common processed food ingredients -- where they come from, how they are made, how they are used -- and why. Beginning at the source (hint: they're often more closely linked to rock and petroleum than any of the four food groups), we follow each Twinkie ingredient through the process of being crushed, baked, fermented, refined, and/or reacted into a totally unrecognizable goo or powder with a strange name -- all for the sake of creating a simple snack cake. An insightful exploration into the food industry, if you've ever wondered what you're eating when you consume foods containing mono- and diglycerides or calcium sulfate (the latter, a food-grade equivalent) this book is for you.
The Roasted Vegetable, Revised Edition: How to Roast Everything from Artichokes to Zucchini, for Big, Bold Flavors in Pasta, Pizza, Risotto, Side Dishes, Couscous, Salsa, Dips, Sandwiches, and Salads
Andrea Chesman - 2002
Even if you (think) you hate vegetables, give Andrea a chance, and she'll show you how delicious they can be!This wide-ranging collection of 175 mouthwatering recipes is sure to please even the fussiest eaters. With recipes from simply sensational sides like Mixed Roasted Mushrooms in a Soy Vinaigrette to satisfying main dishes like Baked Orzo with Roasted Fennel and Red Peppers, vegetable lovers and vegetable haters alike will find here tasty, tempting dishes that don't require a lot of fuss. This revised edition returns with the exquisite recipes you loved before, and now features 4-color photography to whet every appetite! There's no need to wait any longer, get your family eating vegetables every night, bring tasty veggies to work in lunches, or boost your own nutrition!
Uncommon Grounds: The History of Coffee and How It Transformed Our World
Mark Pendergrast - 1999
In this updated edition of the classic work, Mark Pendergrast reviews the dramatic changes in coffee culture over the past decade, from the disastrous “Coffee Crisis” that caused global prices to plummet to the rise of the Fair Trade movement and the “third-wave” of quality-obsessed coffee connoisseurs. As the scope of coffee culture continues to expand, Uncommon Grounds remains more than ever a brilliantly entertaining guide to the currents of one of the world’s favorite beverages.
Paleo Cookbook: 300 Delicious Paleo Diet Recipes
Callisto Media - 2012
It's the way humans were meant to eat. The Paleo Cookbook is a comprehensive collection of recipes from across the globe. Whether you're looking for Paleo-friendly breakfasts, dinners, desserts, or international favorites, you'll find dishes for every taste. The Paleo Cookbook is your guide to a new, healthier way of eating: * Enjoy 300 easy recipes for every meal plan including side dishes, snacks, and beverages* Find a wide variety of choices for both meat-eaters and vegetarians* Experience international Paleo dishes such as Curried Shrimp, Chicken Cacciatore, Beef Stir-Fry, and Caveman Fajitas* Make the move to gluten-free eating by using the freshest meats, produce, and spices* Learn helpful tips for cooking with Paleo-friendly ingredientsTransitioning to the Paleo lifestyle is the natural way to increased vitality, weight loss, and overall better health. With The Paleo Cookbook, you'll discover just how easy, delicious, and nutritious the Paleo diet can be.
Eat Well for Less: Family Feasts on a Budget
Jo Scarratt-Jones - 2017
From the quick and healthy Breakfast Burrito to simple but hearty dinners like Ratatouille Lasagne and Southern Style Chicken, all 80 recipes are easy to follow and use only widely available ingredients. Get confident in the kitchen with advice on batch cooking, stocking up on store-cupboard ingredients and using up leftovers. Use the handy shopping lists to help plan your weekly menus and learn how to create healthy meat-free options or cater for fussy eaters without spending hours in the kitchen.Featuring a foreword from Gregg Wallace and Chris Bavin, Eat Well for Less: Family Feasts on a Budget makes it simpler than ever to cook great food for all the family without breaking the bank.
Extra Virginity: The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil
Tom Mueller - 2011
Today's researchers are continuing to confirm the remarkable, life-giving properties of true extra-virgin, and "extra-virgin Italian" has become the highest standard of quality.But what if this symbol of purity has become deeply corrupt? Starting with an explosive article in The New Yorker, Tom Mueller has become the world's expert on olive oil and olive oil fraud-a story of globalization, deception, and crime in the food industry from ancient times to the present, and a powerful indictment of today's lax protections against fake and even toxic food products in the United States. A rich and deliciously readable narrative, Extra Virginity is also an inspiring account of the artisanal producers, chemical analysts, chefs, and food activists who are defending the extraordinary oils that truly deserve the name "extra-virgin."
Ninja Foodi: The Pressure Cooker that Crisps: Complete Cookbook for Beginners: Your Expert Guide to Pressure Cook, Air Fry, Dehydrate, and More
Kenzie Swanhart - 2018
Here, in the official Ninja® Foodi™ Complete Cookbook for Beginners, you’ll find easy, flavorful recipes specifically designed for the innovative technology of the Ninja® Foodi™.No matter what you’re in the mood for, there’s a wide range of versatile recipes in Ninja® Foodi™ Complete Cookbook for Beginners. From wholesome “360 Meals” that allow you to fully cook grains, crisp vegetables, and tender proteins all in the same pot, to time-saving “Frozen to Crispy” recipes that allow you to cook frozen food without defrosting it first, the Ninja® Foodi™ Complete Cookbook for Beginners puts tasty, nourishing meals on the table in no time.The ultimate beginner’s guide for using this one-of-a-kind appliance, the Ninja® Foodi™ Complete Cookbook for Beginners includes:
75 quick, tasty, good-for-you recipes that include options not only for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but also appetizers, breads, desserts, and more
Quick-start guidance for using your Ninja® Foodi™ and understanding all of its unique features such as how to pressure cook, air fry, TenderCrisp™, dehydrate, and more
Expert tips and tricks that will eliminate the learning curve regardless of your prior culinary experience
There is no dinner dilemma that the Ninja® Foodi™ can’t handle. And with the official Ninja® Foodi™ Complete Cookbook for Beginners, there’s no recipe that you can’t cook.
Milk! A 10,000-Year Food Fracas
Mark Kurlansky - 2018
According to the Greek creation myth, we are so much spilt milk; a splatter of the goddess Hera's breast milk became our galaxy, the Milky Way. But while mother's milk may be the essence of nourishment, it is the milk of other mammals that humans have cultivated ever since the domestication of animals more than 10,000 years ago, originally as a source of cheese, yogurt, kefir, and all manner of edible innovations that rendered lactose digestible, and then, when genetic mutation made some of us lactose-tolerant, milk itself.Before the industrial revolution, it was common for families to keep dairy cows and produce their own milk. But during the nineteenth century mass production and urbanization made milk safety a leading issue of the day, with milk-borne illnesses a common cause of death. Pasteurization slowly became a legislative matter. And today milk is a test case in the most pressing issues in food politics, from industrial farming and animal rights to GMOs, the locavore movement, and advocates for raw milk, who controversially reject pasteurization.Profoundly intertwined with human civilization, milk has a compelling and a surprisingly global story to tell, and historian Mark Kurlansky is the perfect person to tell it. Tracing the liquid's diverse history from antiquity to the present, he details its curious and crucial role in cultural evolution, religion, nutrition, politics, and economics.
The Advanced Professional Pastry Chef
Bo Friberg - 2003
Like its sister volume on the basics (The Professional Pastry Chef: Fundamentals of Baking and Pastry, 2002, 0-471-35925-4), this book, which covers such subjects as modernistic desserts, chocolate work, and sugar and marzipan creations, is designed to meet the needs of today's pastry kitchen. This definitive reference features clear explanations, step-by-step how-to photos, and meticulous recipes - all presented in a lively, reader-friendly style.
The Fortune Cookie Chronicles: Adventures in the World of Chinese Food
Jennifer 8. Lee - 2008
New York Times reporter and Chinese-American (or American-born Chinese), Jennifer 8 Lee, traces the history of Chinese-American experience through the lens of the food. In a compelling blend of sociology and history, Jenny Lee exposes the indentured servitude Chinese restaurants expect from illegal immigrant chefs, investigates the relationship between Jews and Chinese food, and weaves a personal narrative about her own relationship with Chinese food. The Fortune Cookie Chronicles speaks to the immigrant experience as a whole, and the way it has shaped our country.
Old Cookery Books and Ancient Cuisine
William Carew Hazlitt - 1886
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