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Cooking with Adriana & Jim
Cooking Breakfast and Bruch for Large Crowds or Small
Adriana Liberty
2026 Finalist
173 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Inga Buccella for Readers' Favorite
Cooking with Adriana and Jim is a cookbook by Adriana Liberty. Both Jim and Adriana are owners of a Bed and Breakfast nestled in the mountains of Los Padres National Forest in California. Since they both have Italian roots, a portion of the recipes reflect their heritage, like the Frittata and Breakfast Lasagna. Many of the dishes' origins grew from suggestions by international friends and guests. Headings like Main Dishes, Sides, and Something Sweet organize the book into sections. An accompanying introduction by the author for each recipe adds an opinion or suggestion. At the bottom of each page, Adriana has included Tips on how to improve the dishes and Trades, which offer optional ingredients.
Cooking with Adriana and Jim by Adriana Liberty is not only an entertaining read, but also an instructional cookbook. First, it is a feast for the eyes, since accompanying each recipe, a colorful photo of the finished project jumps off the page! Second, I was motivated to try a few of the recipes because of the blurbs about their origin or their success at the B&B. I did not feel intimidated when making the Frittata or Limoncello Poppyseed Cake because the directions were easy to follow, and the ingredients were easy to locate. My family's applause over my creations encouraged me to try another recipe from the collection. Although most of them are not complicated, many are unique, like Hocus Pocus Balls and Eggnog Cake, which I plan on making next. Adriana has curated and shared a collection of tempting delectables by mixing traditional ingredients with innovative techniques. How can you not indulge?
Cooking with Adriana and Jim is a cookbook by Adriana Liberty. Both Jim and Adriana are owners of a Bed and Breakfast nestled in the mountains of Los Padres National Forest in California. Since they both have Italian roots, a portion of the recipes reflect their heritage, like the Frittata and Breakfast Lasagna. Many of the dishes' origins grew from suggestions by international friends and guests. Headings like Main Dishes, Sides, and Something Sweet organize the book into sections. An accompanying introduction by the author for each recipe adds an opinion or suggestion. At the bottom of each page, Adriana has included Tips on how to improve the dishes and Trades, which offer optional ingredients.
Cooking with Adriana and Jim by Adriana Liberty is not only an entertaining read, but also an instructional cookbook. First, it is a feast for the eyes, since accompanying each recipe, a colorful photo of the finished project jumps off the page! Second, I was motivated to try a few of the recipes because of the blurbs about their origin or their success at the B&B. I did not feel intimidated when making the Frittata or Limoncello Poppyseed Cake because the directions were easy to follow, and the ingredients were easy to locate. My family's applause over my creations encouraged me to try another recipe from the collection. Although most of them are not complicated, many are unique, like Hocus Pocus Balls and Eggnog Cake, which I plan on making next. Adriana has curated and shared a collection of tempting delectables by mixing traditional ingredients with innovative techniques. How can you not indulge?
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From Foie Gras To Jello
Christopher Mihy
2026 Honorable Mention
186 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Doreen Chombu for Readers' Favorite
From Foie Gras To Jello by Christopher Mihy is an inspiring memoir detailing the author’s culinary adventures. With experience in restaurant and butchery work in France, he became one of the youngest skilled chefs in the country. After facing disappointment with his college dreams, he took a risk and moved to the United States. What many considered a downgrade turned out to be a great opportunity for growth. Chris worked in Las Vegas at a renowned hotel under the guidance of a tough mentor. There, he cooked for thousands and learned a variety of skills that helped elevate his career. Unfortunately, when Chris moved to a new restaurant seeking another opportunity, it backfired. However, he soon relocated to a tropical island for a new job. Although his journey in the industry was turbulent, Chris experienced love, history, and a diverse range of cuisines before finally making his way back home to France.
From Foie Gras To Jello is a story about resilience, passion, and relentless dedication to the craft of cooking. It’s remarkable to witness the magic that emerges from kitchens, and learning about the hard work and sacrifice required to master culinary skills is truly humbling. Christopher Mihy's journey from French culinary roots to international acclaim is a powerful lesson on taking risks and pursuing your dreams. I loved the author’s engaging storytelling and the various lessons interwoven throughout his experiences. He reflects on the humility he gained while working with Japanese chefs, discusses how he adapted and moved on after realizing he was without a job, and emphasizes creativity and presentation during his time in Las Vegas. The author also addresses the issue of harsh and arrogant chefs, acknowledging his dislike for such behavior while also understanding the frustrations that can lead to outbursts of anger among his fellow chefs. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to anyone interested in culinary arts, personal growth, or stories about the relentless pursuit of dreams.
From Foie Gras To Jello by Christopher Mihy is an inspiring memoir detailing the author’s culinary adventures. With experience in restaurant and butchery work in France, he became one of the youngest skilled chefs in the country. After facing disappointment with his college dreams, he took a risk and moved to the United States. What many considered a downgrade turned out to be a great opportunity for growth. Chris worked in Las Vegas at a renowned hotel under the guidance of a tough mentor. There, he cooked for thousands and learned a variety of skills that helped elevate his career. Unfortunately, when Chris moved to a new restaurant seeking another opportunity, it backfired. However, he soon relocated to a tropical island for a new job. Although his journey in the industry was turbulent, Chris experienced love, history, and a diverse range of cuisines before finally making his way back home to France.
From Foie Gras To Jello is a story about resilience, passion, and relentless dedication to the craft of cooking. It’s remarkable to witness the magic that emerges from kitchens, and learning about the hard work and sacrifice required to master culinary skills is truly humbling. Christopher Mihy's journey from French culinary roots to international acclaim is a powerful lesson on taking risks and pursuing your dreams. I loved the author’s engaging storytelling and the various lessons interwoven throughout his experiences. He reflects on the humility he gained while working with Japanese chefs, discusses how he adapted and moved on after realizing he was without a job, and emphasizes creativity and presentation during his time in Las Vegas. The author also addresses the issue of harsh and arrogant chefs, acknowledging his dislike for such behavior while also understanding the frustrations that can lead to outbursts of anger among his fellow chefs. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to anyone interested in culinary arts, personal growth, or stories about the relentless pursuit of dreams.
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Cucina Italiana Comes to Brooklyn
An Italian-American Cookbook and Memoir
John Agresto
2026 Silver Medal
256 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Stephen Christopher for Readers' Favorite
Cucina Italiana Comes to Brooklyn by John Agresto is by far the most interesting cookbook I’ve ever read. This isn’t just another Italian cookbook; it’s a memoir of John’s culinary adventures as he learns all there is to know about his national heritage. Before he gets stuck into the recipes, he shares with you something about his family history that sets the scene for what you’re about to learn. Along the way, you’ll learn how to make your own pasta and sauces, how to choose the correct oil, and which cheeses go best with what toppings. Beginning with antipasti, you’ll move through soups to everything pasta-related. Once you’re a gourmet pasta cook, continue through fish, meat, vegetables, and pizza. Finally, learn how to make the best Italian desserts, including cannoli.
How could I possibly review a book like Cucina Italiana Comes to Brooklyn with so many cooking tips without trying one or ten for myself? I admit my Italian cooking has improved rapidly thanks to this memoir/cookbook. Lasagne is my all-time favorite Italian dish, and I almost cried the first time I followed this recipe—it’s the best I’ve ever had. Additionally, I’ve even learned how to grow my own garlic. Another huge takeaway that I got from this book is that I’ll never buy premade pasta sauces again. It’s incredibly easy to make these yourselves, and they do taste significantly better. While not specifically geared toward men, John Agresto’s writing style and clear “say it how it is” approach let men know that they, too, can be successful Italian cooks in no time. As John states in the conclusion, “This book is not meant to be an end but a starting point.” So, read this book, learn how to become an awesome home Italian chef, then branch off into other culinary regions.
Cucina Italiana Comes to Brooklyn by John Agresto is by far the most interesting cookbook I’ve ever read. This isn’t just another Italian cookbook; it’s a memoir of John’s culinary adventures as he learns all there is to know about his national heritage. Before he gets stuck into the recipes, he shares with you something about his family history that sets the scene for what you’re about to learn. Along the way, you’ll learn how to make your own pasta and sauces, how to choose the correct oil, and which cheeses go best with what toppings. Beginning with antipasti, you’ll move through soups to everything pasta-related. Once you’re a gourmet pasta cook, continue through fish, meat, vegetables, and pizza. Finally, learn how to make the best Italian desserts, including cannoli.
How could I possibly review a book like Cucina Italiana Comes to Brooklyn with so many cooking tips without trying one or ten for myself? I admit my Italian cooking has improved rapidly thanks to this memoir/cookbook. Lasagne is my all-time favorite Italian dish, and I almost cried the first time I followed this recipe—it’s the best I’ve ever had. Additionally, I’ve even learned how to grow my own garlic. Another huge takeaway that I got from this book is that I’ll never buy premade pasta sauces again. It’s incredibly easy to make these yourselves, and they do taste significantly better. While not specifically geared toward men, John Agresto’s writing style and clear “say it how it is” approach let men know that they, too, can be successful Italian cooks in no time. As John states in the conclusion, “This book is not meant to be an end but a starting point.” So, read this book, learn how to become an awesome home Italian chef, then branch off into other culinary regions.
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The HEALing Revolution Diet
A Science-based Approach to Heal Your Gut, Reverse Chronic Illnesses, Lose Weight, Clear Your Mind, and Increase Longevity
Dr. Randall Hansen
2026 Gold Medal
294 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Marie-Hélène Fasquel for Readers' Favorite
The HEALing Revolution Diet by Dr. Randall S. Hansen is an enlightening and useful self-development and health book. As a teacher and mother who is enthusiastic about education, health, and critical thinking, I found this book original, as Hansen challenges us to reconsider how we view food, health, and recovery. This is absolutely essential in our society in crisis (the environment, people tending to practise less sport, pollution, and so on). The author makes the straightforward but impactful claim that industries that put profit ahead of people's health have taken control of what we eat. We know it, but tend to forget it. The book provides ten guidelines for real healing, ranging from avoiding processed foods and refined sugar to consuming more organic, locally grown, and high-fiber foods, which is a very important message.
In The HEALing Revolution Diet, the author’s refusal to be dogmatic struck a chord with me. One-size-fits-all solutions are not advocated by Dr. Randall S. Hansen, and that is so true in all fields. He asks his readers to pay attention to their bodies, try new things, and make a commitment to long-term health rather than temporary weight loss. In my role as a teacher, I frequently observe young people's confusion regarding food and health. Clarity, empowerment, and common sense are all provided in this amazing book. Additionally, the tone is personal throughout. I felt as if the author was speaking to me. That is probably why the book feels so approachable and relatable. Dr. Hansen also shares his personal journey, which includes his weight struggles, the lessons he learnt through trial and error, and disenchantment with conventional wisdom. I finished this gem of a book with newfound motivation and useful ideas. This book is worth your time, whether you want to improve your health, educate others, or are just interested in the physical and mental effects of food.
The HEALing Revolution Diet by Dr. Randall S. Hansen is an enlightening and useful self-development and health book. As a teacher and mother who is enthusiastic about education, health, and critical thinking, I found this book original, as Hansen challenges us to reconsider how we view food, health, and recovery. This is absolutely essential in our society in crisis (the environment, people tending to practise less sport, pollution, and so on). The author makes the straightforward but impactful claim that industries that put profit ahead of people's health have taken control of what we eat. We know it, but tend to forget it. The book provides ten guidelines for real healing, ranging from avoiding processed foods and refined sugar to consuming more organic, locally grown, and high-fiber foods, which is a very important message.
In The HEALing Revolution Diet, the author’s refusal to be dogmatic struck a chord with me. One-size-fits-all solutions are not advocated by Dr. Randall S. Hansen, and that is so true in all fields. He asks his readers to pay attention to their bodies, try new things, and make a commitment to long-term health rather than temporary weight loss. In my role as a teacher, I frequently observe young people's confusion regarding food and health. Clarity, empowerment, and common sense are all provided in this amazing book. Additionally, the tone is personal throughout. I felt as if the author was speaking to me. That is probably why the book feels so approachable and relatable. Dr. Hansen also shares his personal journey, which includes his weight struggles, the lessons he learnt through trial and error, and disenchantment with conventional wisdom. I finished this gem of a book with newfound motivation and useful ideas. This book is worth your time, whether you want to improve your health, educate others, or are just interested in the physical and mental effects of food.
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The Coo Coo Vegan
Simple And Delicious Vegan Recipes That Will Inspire You To Eat Healthier
Shayaa Muhammad
2025 Finalist
106 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Courtnee Turner Hoyle for Readers' Favorite
Originally from Trinidad, Shayaa Muhammad embraces his family legacy and the culture of his Caribbean home. In The Coo Coo Vegan, he discusses recipes handed down from his talented great-grandmother and uncles and he adds his own flair to the dishes. Without using meat or animal products, readers will learn how to make breakfast foods, smoothies, main dishes, sweets, and baked goods. Muhammad also includes a section on milks, marinades, and dressings. The author provides a list of ingredients, detailed cutting styles, and all the kitchen tools you will need. The Coo Coo Vegan is both a tribute to the skilled chefs in his family and a gift to aspiring cooks who share his love for well-made vegan dishes.
By his own admission, Shayaa Muhammad stumbled during his conversion to a vegan diet, but you can benefit from the trial-and-error in his kitchen by producing delicious food every time you open The Coo Coo Vegan. From the first page, the beautiful food and Muhammad's experience with it will entice you. The recipes encouraged me to try foods I never thought I'd enjoy, and my children are excited about incorporating them into our meal plans. Full-color photos show every detail of the food and include examples of the tools and ingredients you will need. The recipes are easy to prepare, and the colorful dishes will entice your tastebuds, motivating you to eat healthier. With food, culture, and the family history that has inspired him, Muhammad passes his recipes on to his son and the world, hoping a new generation of people will share his ideas and food as they happily gather around their dinner tables.
Originally from Trinidad, Shayaa Muhammad embraces his family legacy and the culture of his Caribbean home. In The Coo Coo Vegan, he discusses recipes handed down from his talented great-grandmother and uncles and he adds his own flair to the dishes. Without using meat or animal products, readers will learn how to make breakfast foods, smoothies, main dishes, sweets, and baked goods. Muhammad also includes a section on milks, marinades, and dressings. The author provides a list of ingredients, detailed cutting styles, and all the kitchen tools you will need. The Coo Coo Vegan is both a tribute to the skilled chefs in his family and a gift to aspiring cooks who share his love for well-made vegan dishes.
By his own admission, Shayaa Muhammad stumbled during his conversion to a vegan diet, but you can benefit from the trial-and-error in his kitchen by producing delicious food every time you open The Coo Coo Vegan. From the first page, the beautiful food and Muhammad's experience with it will entice you. The recipes encouraged me to try foods I never thought I'd enjoy, and my children are excited about incorporating them into our meal plans. Full-color photos show every detail of the food and include examples of the tools and ingredients you will need. The recipes are easy to prepare, and the colorful dishes will entice your tastebuds, motivating you to eat healthier. With food, culture, and the family history that has inspired him, Muhammad passes his recipes on to his son and the world, hoping a new generation of people will share his ideas and food as they happily gather around their dinner tables.
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Yvonne's Cookbook "Let's Eat!"
Authentic Neapolitan Recipes & World Travel Inspired Meals
Yvonne Hendricks CFN CPT
2025 Bronze Medal
262 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Astrid Iustulin for Readers' Favorite
Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! by Yvonne Hendricks is a book that will delight all those who love to cook and eat. In this book, the author shares her recipes and tips with readers, but in addition to this, she tells personal stories and introduces us to some family members. Richly illustrated, Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! includes appetizers, baked goods, entrees, homemade wine, and drinks. Hendricks also provides recipes for the most significant holidays —Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving. The recipes are inspired by the Polish and Italian traditions of the author's family and her travels worldwide.
I am not a great cook, but I always look for easy-to-prepare dishes, which I found in Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! I liked that Yvonne Hendricks has included dishes for all tastes, even indicating when they suit people with food intolerances. Besides the variety, I appreciated the quality of the recipes; some are delicious just by reading the ingredients. I also liked that the author shared stories of her family and explained when a dish is linked to a specific episode. This makes the book even more enjoyable to read (as if the many beautiful images were not enough!) and much more personal. I highly recommend Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! to those interested in cooking and who like to make their dishes from scratch. I am sure they will find something to their liking.
Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! by Yvonne Hendricks is a book that will delight all those who love to cook and eat. In this book, the author shares her recipes and tips with readers, but in addition to this, she tells personal stories and introduces us to some family members. Richly illustrated, Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! includes appetizers, baked goods, entrees, homemade wine, and drinks. Hendricks also provides recipes for the most significant holidays —Christmas, Easter, and Thanksgiving. The recipes are inspired by the Polish and Italian traditions of the author's family and her travels worldwide.
I am not a great cook, but I always look for easy-to-prepare dishes, which I found in Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! I liked that Yvonne Hendricks has included dishes for all tastes, even indicating when they suit people with food intolerances. Besides the variety, I appreciated the quality of the recipes; some are delicious just by reading the ingredients. I also liked that the author shared stories of her family and explained when a dish is linked to a specific episode. This makes the book even more enjoyable to read (as if the many beautiful images were not enough!) and much more personal. I highly recommend Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! to those interested in cooking and who like to make their dishes from scratch. I am sure they will find something to their liking.
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Invent Your Recipe Italian Cookbook
80 Italian-American Recipes Made Your Way
Thomas J Papia
2025 Silver Medal
168 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Scarlett Jensen for Readers' Favorite
Invent Your Recipe Italian Cookbook by Thomas Papia is based on Sicilian and Italian culinary traditions and Thomas’ passion for a cooking style reminiscent of his grandmother's. His approach is to invent, create, taste, and innovate. He gives you a basis to work from in his listed recipes, each itemized in the form of title, ingredients, instructions, preparation, and cooking time. The recipes were tried, tested, and approved by family and friends. He allows for specific categories like red meat, chicken, and fish. Each main dish or side dish is combined with a variety of ingredients or alternatives he recommends. He matches the products according to tradition but maintains flexibility. He elevates the dishes with variations of ingredients and explains how to serve each dish. There is a wonderful choice of sauces for pasta. He offers side dishes with a variety of combinations and brings them all together with versatile creations. Appropriately, he gives a background of a dish and elevates it with simple suggestions for preparing and sharing.
The purpose of this book is to make recommendations on how to vary ingredients to your taste. Invent Your Recipe Italian Cookbook expresses Thomas Papia’s passion for cooking. His techniques are tested through generations and his experimental approach helps to improve and innovate. He offers basic and simple recipes to try out while advising users to follow nutritional precautions for special dietary needs. At the back of the book, you will find a useful list in alphabetical order of ingredients and their matching alternatives. Thomas has created a simple, easy-to-read cookbook with the authentic stamp of a true Italian who is passionate about cooking. His innovative approach is a proven success. I am also Italian and found the recipes nostalgic, with tantalizing memories of food so familiar to me. Users will enjoy distinctive and unique well-balanced meals. Truly a wonderful cookbook to treasure and is highly recommended.
Invent Your Recipe Italian Cookbook by Thomas Papia is based on Sicilian and Italian culinary traditions and Thomas’ passion for a cooking style reminiscent of his grandmother's. His approach is to invent, create, taste, and innovate. He gives you a basis to work from in his listed recipes, each itemized in the form of title, ingredients, instructions, preparation, and cooking time. The recipes were tried, tested, and approved by family and friends. He allows for specific categories like red meat, chicken, and fish. Each main dish or side dish is combined with a variety of ingredients or alternatives he recommends. He matches the products according to tradition but maintains flexibility. He elevates the dishes with variations of ingredients and explains how to serve each dish. There is a wonderful choice of sauces for pasta. He offers side dishes with a variety of combinations and brings them all together with versatile creations. Appropriately, he gives a background of a dish and elevates it with simple suggestions for preparing and sharing.
The purpose of this book is to make recommendations on how to vary ingredients to your taste. Invent Your Recipe Italian Cookbook expresses Thomas Papia’s passion for cooking. His techniques are tested through generations and his experimental approach helps to improve and innovate. He offers basic and simple recipes to try out while advising users to follow nutritional precautions for special dietary needs. At the back of the book, you will find a useful list in alphabetical order of ingredients and their matching alternatives. Thomas has created a simple, easy-to-read cookbook with the authentic stamp of a true Italian who is passionate about cooking. His innovative approach is a proven success. I am also Italian and found the recipes nostalgic, with tantalizing memories of food so familiar to me. Users will enjoy distinctive and unique well-balanced meals. Truly a wonderful cookbook to treasure and is highly recommended.
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Cooking with Judith
Comfort Foods Create WOW Eating
Judith Briles
2025 Gold Medal
104 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Alissa Deann for Readers' Favorite
Cooking with Judith: Comfort Foods Create WOW Eating by Judith Briles is an exciting cookbook full of tasty home meals and party dishes with detailed, step-by-step guides on how to make them using simple ingredients. Judith brings together a wide variety of easy recipes prepared with love and creativity. She organizes the book into sections for appetizers, soups, salads, sides, mains (like poultry, pork, seafood, and Mexican dishes), and desserts, with detailed guides on how to prepare each of her recipes and tips for freezing or preparing ahead of time. Judith shares her favorite dishes, personal stories, and kitchen shortcuts while also laying emphasis on the use of accessible ingredients and the joy of sharing meals with others. This cookbook is a reflection of Judith’s love for cooking, entertaining, and making people feel at home at the table.
One of the things I loved about this book was how Judith poured her heart into her writing. I felt as if she was talking directly to me. Judith wasn’t just giving instructions; she was sharing parts of her life. I loved the writing style—very friendly, conversational, and full of positive vibes. I discovered some new recipes that I would love to try out. The fact that I read Cooking with Judith without feeling pressured or less confident in my cooking skills was admirable. Judith showed a creative approach to cooking, which gave me the confidence to try out new recipes and pantry ingredients. The pictures are eye-catching and help to bring Judith’s recipes to life. I loved the little stories she shared about recipes, like how her foodie friends reacted when she served them or how guests once begged for leftovers to take to another party. Cooking is a passion, and this book made me realize that food made with love always tastes better. I recommend it to people who love tasty home-cooked meals and also to people who enjoy sharing food with family and friends. This is a cookbook that left me feeling both inspired and hungry.
Cooking with Judith: Comfort Foods Create WOW Eating by Judith Briles is an exciting cookbook full of tasty home meals and party dishes with detailed, step-by-step guides on how to make them using simple ingredients. Judith brings together a wide variety of easy recipes prepared with love and creativity. She organizes the book into sections for appetizers, soups, salads, sides, mains (like poultry, pork, seafood, and Mexican dishes), and desserts, with detailed guides on how to prepare each of her recipes and tips for freezing or preparing ahead of time. Judith shares her favorite dishes, personal stories, and kitchen shortcuts while also laying emphasis on the use of accessible ingredients and the joy of sharing meals with others. This cookbook is a reflection of Judith’s love for cooking, entertaining, and making people feel at home at the table.
One of the things I loved about this book was how Judith poured her heart into her writing. I felt as if she was talking directly to me. Judith wasn’t just giving instructions; she was sharing parts of her life. I loved the writing style—very friendly, conversational, and full of positive vibes. I discovered some new recipes that I would love to try out. The fact that I read Cooking with Judith without feeling pressured or less confident in my cooking skills was admirable. Judith showed a creative approach to cooking, which gave me the confidence to try out new recipes and pantry ingredients. The pictures are eye-catching and help to bring Judith’s recipes to life. I loved the little stories she shared about recipes, like how her foodie friends reacted when she served them or how guests once begged for leftovers to take to another party. Cooking is a passion, and this book made me realize that food made with love always tastes better. I recommend it to people who love tasty home-cooked meals and also to people who enjoy sharing food with family and friends. This is a cookbook that left me feeling both inspired and hungry.
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Stop Screaming!
A Beginner's Guide to Homemade Ice Cream
Benjamin M. Weilert
2024 Honorable Mention
104 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Courtnee Turner Hoyle for Readers' Favorite
Benjamin M. Weilert thoroughly describes homemade ice cream making in Stop Screaming! A Beginner's Guide to Homemade Ice Cream. From equipment to bases and mix-ins to combinations, Weilert reveals his experience from eight years of home-based tests and his "Jul-Ice" Cream tradition. The author details the equipment you need to make ice cream and the benefits of certain kitchen tools for the recipes. He discusses the successes and failures he has experienced and provides readers with bases for ice cream, sherbet, and sorbet. He includes a section about mix-ins, covering the temperature needed for certain ingredients for a more desirable consistency, and finishes the book with the combinations that have worked best for his wife and him.
After making and sampling over seventy different recipes, Benjamin M. Weilert understands flavor and consistency! With a dose of nostalgia, the author reawakens childhood memories of ice cream as he guides readers conversationally through the experiences he and his wife have shared while testing their skills at making this homemade sweet treat. If you're ready to flip straight to the delicious recipes and start creating a mouth-watering dessert, the author has made it easy for you; however, if you wish to understand some of the possible pitfalls in the process, Weilert has included information that may help you in your quest for the creamiest result in the "Here's the Scoop" section. Readers who are ready to learn the process of making more palate-pleasing ice cream, sherbet, and sorbet will enjoy Stop Screaming!
Benjamin M. Weilert thoroughly describes homemade ice cream making in Stop Screaming! A Beginner's Guide to Homemade Ice Cream. From equipment to bases and mix-ins to combinations, Weilert reveals his experience from eight years of home-based tests and his "Jul-Ice" Cream tradition. The author details the equipment you need to make ice cream and the benefits of certain kitchen tools for the recipes. He discusses the successes and failures he has experienced and provides readers with bases for ice cream, sherbet, and sorbet. He includes a section about mix-ins, covering the temperature needed for certain ingredients for a more desirable consistency, and finishes the book with the combinations that have worked best for his wife and him.
After making and sampling over seventy different recipes, Benjamin M. Weilert understands flavor and consistency! With a dose of nostalgia, the author reawakens childhood memories of ice cream as he guides readers conversationally through the experiences he and his wife have shared while testing their skills at making this homemade sweet treat. If you're ready to flip straight to the delicious recipes and start creating a mouth-watering dessert, the author has made it easy for you; however, if you wish to understand some of the possible pitfalls in the process, Weilert has included information that may help you in your quest for the creamiest result in the "Here's the Scoop" section. Readers who are ready to learn the process of making more palate-pleasing ice cream, sherbet, and sorbet will enjoy Stop Screaming!
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Eating Together Being Together
Recipes, Activities, and Advice from a Chef Dad and Psychologist Mom
Julian C.E. Clauss-Ehlers and Caroline S. Clauss-Ehlers
2024 Bronze Medal
256 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Cooking/Food
Reviewed by Philip Van Heusen for Readers' Favorite
Eating Together Being Together by Julian and Caroline Clauss-Ehlers is packed full of helpful information concerning both cooking and parenting. Combining these two categories is a natural fit when considering how much time goes into food preparation and family time spent eating together. Each section includes ideas for family time, eating mindfulness, fun facts, parenting hints, recipes, and nutrition information. Some of the many suggestions deal with enabling children to make healthy choices and eat nutritious food. Children tend to open up while helping prepare meals and snacks. Julian and Caroline also include many family activities centered on food. The hints on managing, arranging, and filling a kitchen for maximum use are excellent. This book will appeal to readers on many levels. I have never seen a book combining parenting and culinary skills, but this book does. Julian and Caroline have hit a home run, and I hope they have started a new trend.
What do you get when you pair a professionally trained chef with a psychotherapist to write a book? Working together, Julian C.E. Clauss-Ehlers and Caroline S. Clauss-Ehlers combine their separate fields to produce an amazing book that is part cookbook and part parenting book. Their two areas of expertise combine seamlessly, creating a book that is a pure delight to read. Caroline gives ideas to get your children to eat foods that are good for them. Julian takes away the concerns attached to cooking new foods. Their writing style makes the reader feel comfortable, even in areas that have produced anxiety in the past. The importance of modeling is taught, as well as eating mindfulness. The model HAVEN is introduced to support listening skills. I highly recommend this book and hope more like it are published soon.
Eating Together Being Together by Julian and Caroline Clauss-Ehlers is packed full of helpful information concerning both cooking and parenting. Combining these two categories is a natural fit when considering how much time goes into food preparation and family time spent eating together. Each section includes ideas for family time, eating mindfulness, fun facts, parenting hints, recipes, and nutrition information. Some of the many suggestions deal with enabling children to make healthy choices and eat nutritious food. Children tend to open up while helping prepare meals and snacks. Julian and Caroline also include many family activities centered on food. The hints on managing, arranging, and filling a kitchen for maximum use are excellent. This book will appeal to readers on many levels. I have never seen a book combining parenting and culinary skills, but this book does. Julian and Caroline have hit a home run, and I hope they have started a new trend.
What do you get when you pair a professionally trained chef with a psychotherapist to write a book? Working together, Julian C.E. Clauss-Ehlers and Caroline S. Clauss-Ehlers combine their separate fields to produce an amazing book that is part cookbook and part parenting book. Their two areas of expertise combine seamlessly, creating a book that is a pure delight to read. Caroline gives ideas to get your children to eat foods that are good for them. Julian takes away the concerns attached to cooking new foods. Their writing style makes the reader feel comfortable, even in areas that have produced anxiety in the past. The importance of modeling is taught, as well as eating mindfulness. The model HAVEN is introduced to support listening skills. I highly recommend this book and hope more like it are published soon.
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