Read First Before Buy Beautiful Breads Fabulous Fillings Sandwiches
American Cuisine at it's Best
I originally decided to buy this cookbook because of the Oprah sandwich and all that I heard about it. And then the other day I also saw another recipe from this book in the Washington Post. Oprah AND WA PO - pretty high recommendations in my opinion. Well, I did the O sandwich recipe and my family loved it - I mean loved it. Even my daughter who doesn't usually like chicken thought it was "awesome!".
What I love about about Beautiful Breads /Fabulous Fillings is that everything I've made so far is easy, unique, and most importantly, delicious. And those I haven't yet tried also appear to be just as easy and tasty. (Also you don't have to go to Chinatown looking for some herb or ingredient you've never heard of. You should have most ingredients already stocked in your kitchen.)
I was also delightfully surprised to find that there were a variety of recipes in BB and FF, not just sandwiches. In fact I made the Lamb dish (Lamb with Real Mint Sauce) last night - we had friends for dinner and it was a hit - everyone raved about it. I thought her brief food facts and and tips at the end of many of the recipes were fun, interesting, and useful.
By the way, the desserts are also noteworthy. I made the Lemon Meringue Pie. If you're having guests this pie is refreshing, light, and mouthwatering. It not only tastes fabulous, it also looks impressive!
I think this cookbook should be a staple in every American kitchen. It's American Cuisine at it's best.
BTW - The only criticism I have of this book is that the title is so long! Beautiful Breads and Fabulous Fillings: The Best sandwiches In America...so now I just call it BB and FF, and my pals know what I mean.
(I did read B. Marold's review which I thought was bogus. Marold obviously didn't actually "make" or even try any of the recipes and had this scholarly snobby POV which has nothing to do with passion for food and eating well. Reviewing really should involve actually making and tasting the recipes in my opinion - but I actually USE cookbooks, I don't just read them.)
I love this cookbook and find myself using it again and again. The author is obviously a creative spirit, which makes for an abundant supply of imaginative recipes. Every recipe is unusual and fun. They are extravagant and call for a lot of ingredients, but if you're in the mood for something unusual and delicious, the outcome is worth it.
BalasHapusA few critiques: Serving sizes are enormous. You could easily make a fraction of what's called for. Also, yes, some recipes are a little vague and you have take your best guess. I can overlook that for the inspiration and fun the cookbook offers.
American Cuisine at it's Best
BalasHapusI originally decided to buy this cookbook because of the Oprah sandwich and all that I heard about it. And then the other day I also saw another recipe from this book in the Washington Post. Oprah AND WA PO - pretty high recommendations in my opinion. Well, I did the O sandwich recipe and my family loved it - I mean loved it. Even my daughter who doesn't usually like chicken thought it was "awesome!".
What I love about about Beautiful Breads /Fabulous Fillings is that everything I've made so far is easy, unique, and most importantly, delicious. And those I haven't yet tried also appear to be just as easy and tasty. (Also you don't have to go to Chinatown looking for some herb or ingredient you've never heard of. You should have most ingredients already stocked in your kitchen.)
I was also delightfully surprised to find that there were a variety of recipes in BB and FF, not just sandwiches. In fact I made the Lamb dish (Lamb with Real Mint Sauce) last night - we had friends for dinner and it was a hit - everyone raved about it. I thought her brief food facts and and tips at the end of many of the recipes were fun, interesting, and useful.
By the way, the desserts are also noteworthy. I made the Lemon Meringue Pie. If you're having guests this pie is refreshing, light, and mouthwatering. It not only tastes fabulous, it also looks impressive!
I think this cookbook should be a staple in every American kitchen. It's American Cuisine at it's best.
BTW - The only criticism I have of this book is that the title is so long! Beautiful Breads and Fabulous Fillings: The Best sandwiches In America...so now I just call it BB and FF, and my pals know what I mean.
(I did read B. Marold's review which I thought was bogus. Marold obviously didn't actually "make" or even try any of the recipes and had this scholarly snobby POV which has nothing to do with passion for food and eating well. Reviewing really should involve actually making and tasting the recipes in my opinion - but I actually USE cookbooks, I don't just read them.)
I want for anybody who loves BUTTERSCOTCH to know that the BUTTERSCOTCH MERINGUE PIE in this book is OUTSTANDING!!!!
BalasHapusI first read about the butterscotch meringue pie in "O magazine" and knew when Ms. Sky's book came out, I had to try that recipe.
It IS the living end!!!
Based on this pie alone, I'm willing to bet that every recipe in this book is worth making. You know, there are some places (I guess I should tell that I'm a pie nut!) where I'll buy an entire pie for $12.00, which to some people might seem alot. I got this ENTIRE book for not much over the cost of a great pie! Unbelieveable!
Pie lovers.....GET THIS BOOK! The Butterscotch Meringue Pie is SO worth it!
Margaux Sky's generosity in sharing her wonderful bread recipes with all of us is rivaled only by the generosity of the sandwiches she invents to fill the breads. I find her sauces particularly clever, adding enormous flavor and blending ingredients simultaneously. I have tried only a few of the recipes so far but all have been winners and I'm looking forward to tasting everything in time. The photographs are lush, able to stimulate an appetite all on their own. This is a marvelous small cookbook. If you are a bread lover, you must add this collection of bread recipes!
BalasHapusThis is my Favorite Bread Book. The Breads are beyond beautiful! The entire menu from exquisite sandwiches to salads and pies are always excellent and elegant for family and friends. Margeaux Sky has written a wonderful easy to follow bread book for every cook. When you make these breads her excitment is there sharing the experience of making BEAUTIFUL BREADS. My friends are glad I bought it!
BalasHapusNot your everyday sandwich cookbook. I bought this book just for the photo's alone, but the recipes I have tried so far are wonderful! Turns your sandwiches into gourmet meals.
BalasHapusThis is a gorgeously written and mouthwatering cookbook---I'm so glad Margaux has decided to show the world how to make her delicious sandwiches and soups, as well as the sandwich that Oprah has made famous! Keep up the good work!
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