It has a rich history, dating back to before civilization and taking part in a multitude of events we celebrate every year. It's the most popular snack food around the world, and the second most popular snack in America (falling just behind potato chips). Popcorn can be found all over the country, at movie theaters, carnivals, and most people's kitchens or pantries. It is a common misconception that popcorn is an unhealthy snack. The reason some people avoid popcorn is because they don't understand the real culprit! Behind its supposedly unhealthy status, are the seasonings and additives, often added to commercially packaged products to liven up the bland natural flavor and to lengthen it's shelf life. The popcorn itself is a wholegrain, and these can help prevent cancer and lower the risk of heart disease, while also supplying healthy nutrients that support our vision. There are many different methods to create popcorn, but the basic principle stays the same. All you have to do is make the kernels hot enough to heat the moisture contained naturally inside, and turn that into steam. The steam creates pressure from inside the hard shell casing and before you know it, POP! - the kernel is turned inside out and is ready to be consumed. As long as you can generate heat and have some kernels on hand, you can make popcorn!Enough of the history, what about the recipes? I've gathered 30 of the finest popcorn recipes from around the world for your snacking pleasure, and have tried to keep them free from artificial sweeteners, preservatives or other nasty additives wherever possible. I've specified 9 cups of popped corn for most recipes, as that gives 3 generous cups per serving - you can have as many or as few servings as you fancy, but keep an eye on the calories! For your convenience, I've also included nutritional data from the USDA for each recipe (that's the U.S. Department of Agriculture and not the United Square Dancers of America!)My preference for both flavor and health reasons, is freshly air-popped popcorn - so I have used that kind for all of these recipes. Everything in this book can be made with kernels you have freshly popped, or if you are in a hurry (or feeling lazy!), then you can always use the plain store bought pre-popped variety - just make sure you check the packaging for artificial nasties!Most of the ingredients for these recipes can be found at your local grocery store or deli, but if you get stuck, then the slightly more unusual ones can also be bought online via a link at the end of the book.Enjoy preparing and sharing!Lorix

    Each elegantly hardbound volume in the Cook's Illustrated Collector's Edition Series includes an entire year's content from the magazine for each year since 1993. We include the often surprising results of countless hours of hands-on kitchen testing along with foolproof master recipes and numerous variations. They appear alongside hundreds of step-by-step, hand-drawn illustrations of useful cooking techniques. You will also find the winners and losers in blind tastings of popular food brands and unbiased tests of kitchen equipment. Build your own essential cooking reference with one or more volumes from the Cook's Illustrated Collector's Edition Series.

    At the pizzeria where he worked as a kid, he learned to substitute pork for veal in cutlets—which came in handy later when the bankroll was low. At thirteen, he got his first percentage from a local deli—that lost business when he started supplying the neighborhood wiseguys with his own heroes. And what great heroes they were… Once he entered Witness Protection, though, Hill found himself in places where prosciutto was impossible to get and gravy was something you put on mashed potatoes. So he learned to fake it when necessary (for example, Romano with white pepper took the place of real pecorino-siciliano cheese), and wherever he found himself, Hill managed to keep good Italian food on the table. He still brings this flair for improvisation to his cooking. No recipe is set in stone. And substitutions are listed in case you need them. Now, in his inimitable style, Hill tells some spicy stories of his life in the Mob and shows you how to whip up his favorite dishes, Sicilian style—even when you’re cooking on the run....

    Health-conscious readers can embrace this value-priced trade paper edition that boasts more than 500 of Cooking Light magazine's greatest recipes presented in a new kitchen-friendly format.

    Anybody, young or old, will love these thoughtful gifts, and you're guaranteed to bring a smile to their faces, and make their day! With recipes like gingersnaps, shortbread and chocolate chip you can please the traditionalists, and with the vegan-friendly friendly recipes you can please the most health conscious of your friends - there is something in this book for everybody! There is even a chapter on Christmas recipes from around the world, so why not have a Christmas Evening and show of these unusual treats to your family and friends? With the "Best Christmas Cookie Recipes: Easy Holiday Cookies 2014" book, you don't have to be an expert baker, the recipes are quick and easy, and most importantly, they don't cost a fortune to make. So go ahead and give them a try - but watch out it may become a new Christmas tradition and you'll be making them for years to come!

    In this keto cookbook, I've got 20 delicious paleo ketogenic fat bomb recipes that you'll love. From Blueberry Nut Bars to Bacon Avocado Balls and Cinnamon Walnut Cashew Cheese Sandwiches. I'm sure you'll find a recipe to satisfy your keto diet.I'll also teach you in 3 simple steps how to create your own fat bomb recipes so you can always have fat bombs ready for nom nom eating.

     Now you can learn about: What makes the Instant Pot unique The benefits of using one How to get the best out of it Recipes for meat Succulent poultry Vegan and vegetarian options Desserts And a whole lot more… Gone are the days when a handful of recipes were all that was available, and you tended to cook the same dishes over and over again. Now you have dozens to choose from and with Instant Pot Cookbook you have easy-to-follow recipes which are delicious, yet simple to prepare. Get a copy of this amazing book now and transform your mealtimes!

    550 Effortless Keto Recipes for Quick Weight Loss in 2019-20!  Do you crave quick & effortless keto recipes? And I know you had tasty dinners with the loved ones and there are a few or more extra pounds ''on board''! That's why I focused on creating the one and only Keto recipe book with 550 Delicious meals, that you'll ever need to cook to stay on Keto! Shoot for it!This simple, yet powerful keto cookbook has plenty of content in the following categories: My Top 10 Keto Recipes No-fuss Brunch and Dinner recipes to keep ''cheating'' Energizing Smoothies and Breakfasts Great Meatless and Vegetarian recipes Great variety of Soups, Stews and Salads Fascinating Keto Desserts & Drinks Lots of protein recipes - Poultry, Meat, Fish & Seafood Craveable Side Dishes  &  Snacks This complete Keto diet book will take care of your scarce cooking time and will show you the easiest & tastiest way towards a PERMANENT WEIGHT-LOSS & New Life on the keto. Get it now and give yourself the best present!

    My mother cooked from scratch and this is a collection of her recipes used for our large family. Included are some of our "tailgater" favorites along with delicious appetizers for a quick get together. Of course, no Southern cookbook is complete without homemade biscuits, gravy and cornbread recipes. There is a complete chapter dedicated to breakfast. In the South, we are famous for our delicious breakfast and this cookbook has all the recipes you will need for a southern breakfast in no time. When your garden is in full bloom, you will find tons of recipes for fresh vegetables along with main dish items and casseroles. Who doesn't love homemade breads, cobblers, doughnuts, pies and cakes? Over 100 recipes for the finest breads and desserts the South has to offer. I am sure you will find a few that you can't wait to try out on your family.

    

     For more than twenty years, Todd Wilbur has been translating his obsession with recreating restaurant favorites at home into a blockbuster bestselling cookbook series. Using everyday ingredients, each of Wilbur's recipes provides step-by-step instructions that even the novice cook can follow-and the delicious results cost just a fraction of what the restaurants charge. With over 100 sensational new recipes, Top Secret Restaurant Recipes 3 unlocks the secrets to: ?Outback Steakhouse Outback Rack ?Chili's Quesadilla Explosion Salad ?Olive Garden Breadsticks ?TGI Friday's Fried Mac & Cheese ?Chili's Firecracker Tilapia ?On the Border Mexican Mojito ?Cracker Barrel Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake And much, much more...

    With movie and television trivia, western facts, and rare photos, this is a rootin'-tootin' good cookbook! Illustrated and indexed.

    The 300 Calorie Cookbook offers slimmed-down versions of your favorite foods, with family-pleasing recipes for burgers, sandwiches, soups and stews, salads, main courses, even casseroles-all just 300 calories or less per serving.Betty Crocker takes all the guesswork and effort out of calorie counting at mealtime by providing clear calorie counts, comparisons for food swaps, full nutrition information for each recipe, and calorie charts for common ingredients.With 300 low-calorie recipes, you'll never run out of tasty, satisfying meals that will still help you stay on trackOffers a simple, fad-free way to control portion size-perfect for anyone looking to lose or maintain their weight with low-cal dishes or for people with diabetes and anyone who has to carefully monitor their calorie intakeForty inspiring full-color photos, proving that healthy cooking can be hearty and deliciousThe 300 Calorie Cookbook offers easy solutions for anyone counting their calories, letting you watch your weight without sacrificing great taste or favorite family dishes.

    She’s also an award-winning Nashville superstar and the popular host of Kimberly’s Simply Southern, her delightful hit television cooking series.Fans have fallen for Kimberly’s easy confidence in the kitchen and effortless way she entertains. They love her cooking the same way they’ve swooned over her high harmonies singing with country music powerhouse Little Big Town. In Oh Gussie!, Kimberly shares soul-pleasing recipes and soul-stirring stories from her roots in the Appalachian foothills of north Georgia, her travels on tour with the band, and from the life she loves back home in country music’s capital.Kimberly’s cooking style embodies modern, wholesome, Southern home-cooking—fresh, accessible, nutritious, quick, and fun. With Oh Gussie!, fans can whip up a batch of Georgia Peach Salsa for a tailgate party; bring a pot of Kimberly’s Chicken and Dumplings to the next neighborhood potluck; serve some Baked Onion Rings with Hot Ranch Dip for the big game; sweeten up a weekend brunch with Sticky Cinnamon Rolls; and finish off a satisfying meal with bowls of Big Batch Banana Pudding.Filled with gorgeous color photos that capture the flavor and fun of her delicious food, Oh Gussie! honors Kimberly’s beloved Georgia mountain-home cooking and serves up helpings of her favorite foods from Nashville as well.

     Indulgent dessert creations that are as spectacular in taste as they are in presentation. Unabashedly rich homey favorites, mouthwatering American classics, to-die-for chocolate delicacies, fabulous special occasion sweets, and festive holiday treasures. Star-studded sweet treats from such celrbrities as Jamie Lee Curtis, Eric McCormack, and Katie Couric. Sandra offers a special chapter of inspiring menus, creative tablescapes, and entertaining hints to make celebrating every occasion a snap! Helpful Semi-Homemade hints and tips ensure success. All-new bonus chapters feature shortcut cookies, light and healthful treats, and dazzling dessert gifts with amazing packaging and wrapping ideas for a "wow!" presentation. Beautiful photo of finished food with every recipe plus hundreds of how-to photos to ensure success