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When people think of Jewish cooking, "low fat" aren't usually the first words that come to mind.But now, thanks to The Low-Fat Jewish Cookbook, kosher food doesn't have to mean fattening food.Using simple combinations of accessible ingredients, renowned cookbook author Faye Levy creates delicious, healthful dishes that meet all of the guidelines for keeping kosher.

While many Jewish cooks don't keep a kosher kitchen throughout the entire year, they do want to prepare traditional Jewish dishes for the holidays.Following a comprehensive introduction outlining the rules of kashrut, the first part of the book is divided by holiday (including a section on Shabbat), beginning with a description of each special day and the foods that are associated with it. The recipes that follow include lightened-up versions of old favorites such as noodle kugel, blintzes, honey cake, challah, and even a gefilte fish that is made in the food processor, all low in fat and all true to their origins.

The second part of the book consists of fabulous low-fat everyday recipes organized into general chapters, including Appetizers and Salads, Dairy and Egg Dishes, Chicken and Turkey Dishes, Vegetables and Vegetarian Dishes, and Desserts.This book is for cooks who keep a kosher kitchen year round and any cook looking for exciting, fast (many under 30 minutes), and easy recipes with family appeal.Recipes include Broiled Eggplant Slices, Easy Chicken Breast Paella, Beef Stew with Cilantro, Garlic, and Tomatoes, Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese, and Double Chocolate Ice Cream Cake, and each recipe is denoted as meat, dairy, or pareve for easy reference.Remember, any dish can be kosher so long as it adheres to the basic rules of kashrut, so Coq au Vin can be just as kosher as Cholent.And in recent years, as more and more cooks have been turning to kosher cuisine, there has been a proliferation of kosher products in the markets, making it easier to keep kosher and to cook "gourmet" dishes with a variety of ethnic influences.

Eight pages of full-color photographs bring a number of these dishes to life.And who better to bring kosher cooking into the nineties than Faye Levy, author of Faye Levy's International Jewish Cookbook and many other cookbooks.Faye Levy proves that a dish doesn't have to be complicated to be delicious, and it doesn't have to be high in fat to be flavorful. The Low-Fat Jewish Cookbook is a contemporary, straightforward companion that will allow kosher cooks to enjoy traditional and innovative meals without the guilt. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

Wonderful recipes!!
After checking out this book at the local library, I knew I HAD to have a copy of my own.I love all of the history written before each festival and the recipes are all simple and delicious! A wonderful book to add to the collection!

Dated cookbook
By today's standards, this is an unexceptional collection; there are so many better, more creative and appealing Kosher recipe collections available. The recipes are pretty standard fare, often timidly seasoned . At best, it's a guide to what kind of dishes are meat, dairy or pareve. Some nice photos.The book shows its age .

Wonderful recipes but please read review if you KEEP KOSHER
I'm not the only reviewer who noticed that the Kosher standards (and definitions of what the K and P letters mean on packages) are not necessarily correct in this book - but it bears repeating in case someone keeps Kosher and can't use recipes which are inaccurate as to Kosher standards.If you don't keep Kosher, the definitions may not mean that much to you and you may be pleased to find plenty of low-fat recipes which have roots in Jewish cooking and meals - including many you can use for special holidays, with full menus. The recipes are indeed tasty, although there are times you can tell that the fat is missing. The "mouth appeal" isn't quite the same, as they say in the food business. Still, if you're watching your fat content and you are looking for traditional foods that are tasty, this book will do nicely. I LOVED the spicy Turkey burgers with Cumin, coriander and cilantro - I made it both with and without the Cilantro (we have a Cilantro hater in our family) and it was still quite good.

This is a very good cookbook with some unfortunate errors
The recipes in this book are very good and sophisticated (particularly for a Jewish cookbook).I am already looking forward to making over half of them.

Unfortunately, Ms. Levy makes some errors in her descriptions of kosher standards.Two prominent errors include:1) Ms. Levy states that the symbol "K" on a food product indicates that it is kosher.The kosher consumer does not rely on a "K" symbol because it does not represent any particular reputable kosher certifying agency.2) Ms. Levy states that the "P" symbol on a food product indicates that the product is parve (suitable for use with milk or meat).This is incorrect.The "P" symbol next to reputable kosher certification indicates that the product is kosher for Passover (as well as year round). A food product that is certified as parve must have "parve" written out on the label.These errors are particularly unfortunate because Jewish consumers often rely on kosher cookbooks as a guide to keeping kosher.

fabulous for that special occasion
This book of recipies actually combines wonderful flavors that you really connot find in other kosher cookbooks. The author, Faye Levy, has a remarkable way of creating delicious combinations that the ordinary person cannot. The Sephardic Stuffed Peppers and the Sweet Potato Pancakes are amazing. The Veal Chop Pipperade is also delicious. The book is great. ... Read more

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For the first time ever, the best of holiday food and entertaining ideas from Southern Living, Home for the Holidays and Christmas with Southern Living come together in one volume. Included are approximately 350 recipes and 15 menus offering a variety of holiday food, over 70 color photos, plus helpful tips to make cooking easier than ever. ... Read more

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Fantastic
This is a fantastic book. I have made many recipies in here and never been dissapointed. Our friends have asked for the book after I told them where it came from. Thanks so much!

Southern Living Our Best Christmas Recipes
Awesome cookbook!I borrowed my friend's copy after I tried her Cajun Shrimp recipe on page 56.Lots of great recipes!

A Great Cookbook
Every recipe I have tried from this cookbook is wonderful.The make-ahead mashed potatoes are yummy and a time-saver.I use this cookbook exclusively for my Thanksgiving and Christmas meals.

An Absolute Necessity for Entertaining!
This is the one cookbook in my collection (of at least 50 others) that gets the most usage!I loved it so much that I gave this cookbook as a gift to my sister (a caterer) and aunt (who entertains quite a bit)!Thisis by far my FAVORITE cookbook(and theirs)!The recipes are easy to followand well laid out.They offer many different meal plan suggestions and theingredients are easy to find. The Chocolate Mousse Au Grand Marnier issinfully delicious! Everything that the three of us have made from thiscookbook receives RAVE reviews!(i.e. Chicken Alouette, Make-Ahead MashedPotatoes, Holiday Banana Bread, Streusel-Topped Sweet Pototo Casserole,Mushroom Roll-ups, etc.) ... Read more

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"Joan Nathan is the authority on Jewish cooking, from the folkloric-cultural-historical perspective, and the food angle as well."--Mollie Katzen,author of The Moosewood Cookbook

"This is how holiday cooking should be--warm, welcoming, and straight from the heart."
--Anne Willan, author of Cook It Right


Only the best cookbooks stand the test of time, and this rich assemblage of holiday recipes by Joan Nathan, award-winning food writer and host of the PBS series Jewish Cooking in America, has brought the joy and festivity of holiday cooking to Jewish households for more than two decades.
        Here are 250 recipes for main courses, soups, appetizers, breads, and desserts culled from around the world to help you enhance your family's celebrations of the sixteen major holidays. In addition to the foods you remember from your mother's table, there are dishes that date as far back as the Second Temple, as well as contemporary American Jewish creations.Explaining their origins and the holidays that have shaped them, Nathan peppers these delicious recipes with delightful stories about the people who make them today.
        Try exotic dishes like the Yemenite High Holiday Soup Stew or the Persian Pomegranate-Walnut Chicken. Or, closer to home, choose the Charlestonian Broth and Matzah Balls. No matter what you select, this essential book will bring the rich variety and heritage of Jewish cooking to your holiday table year round.Amazon.com Review
With recipes from around the world -- from Algeria to Russia, from Italy to Mexico -- this is the most complete collection of specificdishes for the eight major holidays, the Sabbath, and all the specialoccasions in the life of the Jewish family -- weddings, birth ceremonies,and bar and bat mitzvahs.Each holiday or occasion is considered in terms of its history, religious food requirements, and traditions, with several suggested menus.Nathan updates preparation techniques with modern time-saving devices and new kosher food products withoutsacrificing authenticity.The classic Jewish cookbook, withover 50 new recipes in this latest edition! ... Read more

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Joan Nathen's Holiday Kitchen
For those readers who have lost their Mother's or Bubba's recipes The Joan Nathen Holiday Kitchen is a Godsend.Mrs. Nathen writes more than recipes.She gives us history and why the items work for the holiday.When you are at your wits end trying to put together a holiday meal this is the cookbook you will reach for over and over again.

I liked the book so much I sent copies to all my kids so they would not be caught without the tools to put out a great Passover meal. There are several recipes just for haroset.The recipe for Homentashen is easy as is the one for rugala.You will find recipes for fish when you don't want meat.Try the challah For those readers who have lost there Mother's or Buba's recipes The Joan Nathen Holiday Kitchen is a Godsend.Mrs. Nathen writes more than recipes.She gives us history and why the items work for the Holiday.When you are at your wits end trying to put together a holiday meal this is the cookbook you will reach for over and over again.

I liked the book so much I sent copies to all my kids so they would not be caught without the tools to put out a great Passover meal. There are several recipes just for haroset.The recipe for Homentashen is easy as is the one for rugala.You will find recipes for fish when you don't want meat.Try the Challa recipe.I love this book!

Hold the Schmaltz, This is JewishCooking
Wonderful recipes, new versions of family favorites without the schmaltz.

I am sending it to my mother for Hannukah!

An important and accessible reference.
In this book, Joan Nathan manages to combine history, culture, and very good recipes. More than cooking book, Ms. Nathan offers menus for the same holidays from different Jewish backgrounds. Each recipe is complete, fullyannotated and easy to follow.For cooks and/or readers looking to enlargetheir knowledge of various Jewish food traditions, The Jewish HolidayKitchen is a wonderful place to start.

Ms Nathan is a wonder-her recipes remind me of my grandma!!
I now own several of Ms Nathan's cookbooks, and I absolutely recommend them to all my friends and give them to family as gifts.!.All the recipes bring back so many good childhood memories.The recipes are easy to use,easy to read, and I love searching for old recipes and finding them in herbook!!!thank you Ms Nathan.

What is that green wrapped loaf on the front cover?
This is a great cookbook, save for one detail.On the front cover is a photograph of a Shabbat table.Several items are readily identifiable, and the book contains recipes for them: a challah, a fish, hamentashen.However, there is one unidentifiable item - a "loaf" of yellow and white matter contained within some sort of green wrapping which looks more like a banana leaf than anything else, topped with three spears of asparagas.This is the mystery loaf - what is it?My friends and I began by looking up recipes with every possible ingredient, and eventually read through THE ENTIRE BOOK in a fruitless search for this unidentified food item.What is it?Please help!!! ... Read more

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In this second edition of her popular classic, celebrated food editor Gloria Kaufer Greene masterfully combines the delicious foods, the rich traditions, and the interesting histories that are essential components of every Jewish holiday in one cookbook. Readers will learn not only how to make a delicious Passover Seder, but why each dish is prepared for this annual celebration, and where these recipes originated. The 260-plus recipes vary from classic Jewish favorites to brand new discoveries with international flair. The New Jewish Holiday Cookbook is a wonderful resource for chefs, whether they are preparing their very first Hanukkah feast or putting the finishing touches on the weekly Sabbath dinner. ... Read more

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A Great Start
This is the very first Jewish cookbook I bought when I was 18 years old. I have cooked these dishes for my family for the past 10 years, and they have become family favorites. My nephew is always excited when I cook with this book, because he knows that I'm making "Jewish food."

What makes this cookbook a step above the rest its accessabilty and encyclopedic knowledge of several Jewish cuisines. The cookbook is a fusion of Ashkenazi, Sepharidic, and Mizrahi recipes. This is important in my family because we are Jews of Color. My sister won't touch Ashkenazi food on a ten foot pole, yet I've always managed to find delicious Sephardic foods in this recipes that she enthusiastically praises everytime.

My only issue with the recipes is that they truly require more spices than she recommends. Try doubling the spices in her Rosh Hashanah Spice Cake or her kugel. The taste is manna from heaven.

I recommend this cookbook for the beginning Jewish cook. Greene knows how to make you feel at ease and seems to whisper expert advice for every recipes. Even the proverbial cooking dunce can deliver a quality Yom Tov for her family.

Jewish Soul Food Done Right
My mother bought this book for me about 4 years ago.Since then it has become an invaluable tool in my kitchen to help create wonderful Jewish holiday traditions.EVERY recipe I have tried from this book has tasted wonderful, was easy to prepare, and made me look like a fabulous cook.I highly recommend the salmon croquettes.As other reviewers have said, the additional information the author gives regarding holidays and customs is great.I've even taken the book out during festivals to read excerpts - my guests were really impressed to learn new information about traditional foods served at Hannukah.

I love this book so much I've started to give it as a gift for every new bride I know.The recipes in this book have already become traditions in my new family.

Best of a very spiritual breed of cookbook. Buy It.
`The New Jewish Holiday Cookbook' by Gloria Kauler Greene and `The Essential Book of Jewish Festival Cooking' by Phyllis Glazer and Miryam Glazer are two leading representatives of a great cookbook subgenre which may be unique among all cookbook flavors in that they represent that extraordinary relation between Judaism and food. Like the exceptional `Jewish Holiday Cookbook' by Joan Nathan and unlike the encyclopedic `New York Times Cookbook of Jewish Recipes', both books spend much space and words on the practice of kashrut or keeping kosher. But this is not the whole story. There are numerous Jewish culinary traditions which are not directly related to kashrut, such as the traditions surrounding the number of challah loaves baked for the Shabbat or the number of bumps on the challah loaves (The magic number here is 12, representing the 12 tribes of Israel, so the tradition is to have 12 loaves. More practical is the tradition to have two loaves each with 6 bumps created by the braiding of the bread before baking.)

There is one major difference among these three books which is evident in their titles. Ms. Glazer's book deals with `festival' cooking while Nathan and Greene deal with `Holiday' cooking. The subtle difference here is that the festival book does not cover Shabbat and the two `holiday' books do.

To a non-Jew, my guess is that since there are 52 shabbats in a year, while there are at most seven or eight major `festivals', it is much more important to have a book covering Shabbat as well as the yearly holidays. Between Greene and the Glazers, I find at least one other big difference in that Ms. Greene gives far more coverage to the creation of challah, which may be the single most important Jewish holiday recipe in any of these books, as it seems to be the one food which tradition calls for at every Shabbat. In fact, even though Joan Nathan's book combines two books, one of which is on Jewish holiday baking, Ms. Greene's treatment of challah, at least in the details she give for braiding several different numbers of dough strands is the most extensive. Among the recipes from the three books, the amateur bread baker in me prefers Ms. Nathan's recipe, as it uses the least (1 packet) yeast and calls for the longest raising time. She (and Ms. Greene) also use my preferred `active dry yeast' rather than the `rapid rise' yeast.

All three books deal in depth with Jewish holiday traditions, although Ms. Glazer and Ms. Greene seem to have better rabbinical sources and seem to be more dedicated to the details of the traditions. Of the three, Ms. Greene seems to touch me more effectively in her discussion of these traditions than the other two.

All three writers are primarily from the Ashkenazy tradition, although all three also give fair treatment to Sephardic dishes and menus. If you are really interested in Sephardic menus primarily, Ms. Nathan spends much of her space on Sephardic menus.

If you are willing to take a recommendation from a goyem, I recommend Ms. Greene's book most highly, followed by Ms. Nathan's book for her many baking recipes; however, all three are quality books.

THE DEFINITIVE JEWISH COOKBOOK!
Onc couldn't rave too much about this holiday cookbook.The recipes are delicious, not difficult to make, and a wonderful plus is the inclusion of the history and practices of Jewish customs.These are authenic Jewish recipes from around the world.

One thing I might point out:This book is preceded by the author's "The Jewish Holiday Cookbook," published in 1985.Many of the recipes in this book are included in "The New Jewish Holiday Cookbook," published in 1999.And there are changes.The latter book contains some new recipes, as well as some recipes from the first one.Some of the cooking procedures of recipes included in both books are changed.But one reason I'm glad to have copies of both books on hand is that one of my favorite recipes included in the first and second versions is called "My Mother's Chicken Soup"; I doubt if you will find a better chicken soup recipe if you simmer it as recommended for the full 8 hours.However, in the second version, I find that the exclusion of the only two spices in the initial soup recipe makes the soup less interesting.Those spices are one bay leaf ("optional") removed at the end of cooking, and a small amount of dried dill to taste ("optional") added at the end of cooking.To my taste, they enhance the soup and I can't imagine enjoying the soup as much without them.So to anyone wanting to delve into Jewish cooking seriously and in-depth, I would recommend considering purchasing both versions for a total scope of the selected dish.

Great for Jews and Non-Jews alike
I know from my name you wouldn't know that I was Jewish, but that is because my husband is not. I had to tell, that my mother-in-law picked up your book and started skimming while we were Kitchen Kibbutzin' and decidedit helped her understand the holidays and customs better than anythingelse. She HAD to have a copy, so we got her one as (of all things)aChristmas gift! She absolutely loves it. She says that it is so easy toread and the recipees are easy to follow! She can't wait to treat me andthe gang to some of the goodies she discovered from your book. She saidthat it isn't just a cookbook. It is her special reference book that helpsus celebrate and rejoice in the Jewish customs/traditions together.

Asfor me.... well let's just say that I never put it away!It is a staple inmy kitchen as important to me as salt and pepper! That is why it happennedto be out on the table for my MIL to discover!LOVE IT! ... Read more

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In TRIED & TRUE – THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS, all ofyour fav-orite holiday recipes are collected in one comprehensivecookbook, along with essential preparation, meal planning, and cookingtips. Featuring Homestyle Turkey—the Michigander Way, Hot ButteredRum Batter, Rockin’ Oysters Rockefeller, and Santa’s Favorite Cake,this festive TRIED & TRUE volume includes those treasured dishes thatfamilies have shared for generations. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

could take it or leave it
no pictures, okay recipes, probably not something I would purchase again had I known the details of the book.

A BOOK FOR MY TWO FAVORITE HOLIDAYS
Boy, right when Halloween is over I am in full Thanksgiving mode.I've been doing Thanksgiving dinner for my family for over ten years and each ear I seek out at least one or two new recipes to try out on my guinea pigs....errr...guests.This book is culled from the most wonderful recipe site on the internet, allrecipes.com.Long has this been a favored site of mine and millions of other cooks as well.The editors have pulled together 200 of the finest holiday recipes for inclusion in the book.

Among the most valuable sections is the one on preparing for the big feast.it covers what can be done a month before such as getting the invitations out, ordering the turkey or ham, etc.Then we move to two weeks before and prepare by getting making sure you have all the necessary utensils, roasters, and pots, and figuring out where to sit people and your needed space.All this leads up to the big day as you cook the bird and prepare everything else.

From there we move to the recipes and everything from a traditional roasted turkey, to prime rib, deep fried turkey, Alaskan baked Salmon, and honey glazed turkey.I admit I stick to the traditional turkey but I love the vast amount of wonderful side dish recipes.This past Thanksgiving I gave the cheesy green beans a whirl and they were a big hit.Rolls, stuffings, veggies, appetizers..they're all here and well represented.Ahh...and don't forget the deserts!Chocolate Chip Pumpkin bread!Wow...that was some good stuff!

The index is well presented and the recipes canebe found under several listings.For example the Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread will be found under Chocolate, Pumpkin and Breads, making for easy finding.This is one I just love to pull out when November rolls around.A fantastic book!

Essential for the holidays
I just tried the marbled pumpkin cheesecake at a Halloween party and it was the best tasting mix between pumpkin pie and cheesecake I'd ever had!This book has it all, from simple roasted turkeys to delicious squash casseroles. I can't wait to try more this season!

A Great Book for the Holidays
I, too, spent some time searching for the perfect holiday book before finally picking up this one.It has a great selection of easy-to-make recipes, all tested by home cooks across the nation.Allrecipes.com is my all-time favorite food website, and this book is a holiday dream come true!Happy eating!

A guide for hosting a holiday gathering
After agreeing to host our first Thanksgiving dinner, my wife and I began searching for a book that would serve as a guide for hosting a large holiday meal like this. This book is filled with wonderful, practical recipes as well as expert advice on menu planning, tips and getting organized. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is planning a large gathering as well as those who just want some great holiday recipes. ... Read more

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As late summer leaves turn rich fall colors, our thoughts turn to celebrating the bountiful harvests and holidays of autumn. Filled with more than 30 recipes and 10 craft and decorating ideas, HOLIDAY PUMPKINS offers both traditional and contemporary ideas for celebrating Halloween, Thanksgiving, and harvest time. Old favorites such as Old-Fashioned Pumpkin Pie and Pumpkin Soup stand alongside new creations that are sure to become standards in any household. Decorating projects go way beyond carving the perfect jack-o’-lantern; here you’ll find directions for creating Pumpkin Candle Holders, a Pumpkin Wreath, and even Papier-Mâché Trick-or-Treat Baskets. Whether you let the kids play with you or not, all of the projects and recipes in HOLIDAY PUMPKINS will add to the enjoyment of the autumn season.Amazon.com Review
Of all the autumnal images signifying the coming of winter, ahorizon of rolling fields dotted with the brilliant orange of round,ripe pumpkins is surely one of the most enduring.As the author tellsus, "pumpkins are woven into our history, myth, and lore."Accordingly, she provides a variety of interesting uses for theubiquitous pumpkin which go well beyond the customary carving of aspooky-faced jack-o'-lantern.For anyone seeking to add seasonalflair to their harvest celebrations, this beautiful collection ofrecipes, table settings and decorating ideas should be mostwelcome.

With alternating chapters dedicated to either cooking orcreating, the book offers numerous examples of attractive arts andcrafts projects to brighten your home and tasty treats to please thepalette.There is also a special section outlining activities forkids.

The step-by-step instructions are clearly worded andfull-color photographs accompany each suggestion, making this anelegant and practical guide to successful holidayentertaining. --George Laney ... Read more

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Beautiful Presentation but Sparse on Content
An interesting, if somewhat sparse, collection of recipes for the titular ingredient awaits this work's reader. The recipes are well written and include the usual fare of pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins and a few varieties of pumpkin stew. I was hoping for a few surprises, but I think the closest were pumpkin flan and pumpkin ice cream. There are, however, some interesting non-food uses of pumpkins illustrated such as soup tureens, decorations, and the like for some innovative pumpkin projects. It's worth checking out if your library carries it but unlike most books from Ten Speed Press, one could probably live without owning it. ... Read more

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This cookbook collection brings you three books for the price of one. Tis the season for holiday parties and open houses, which means it s time to prepare the festive foods everyone loves. Create simple dips and quick kabobs, elaborate entrées and warming soups, easy drop cookies and decadent bars this book has it all.

With Holiday Appetizers, Dinners, and Cookies, you re sure to find the perfect recipes to create delicious memories that will last throughout the year. The Appetizers section has a special Holiday Express chapter filled with super-easy and quick recipes perfect for surprise guests and impromptu parties. The desserts also make for great, inexpensive holiday and thank-you gifts.

The many recipes included in this festive cookbook include:
Onion & White Bean Spread
Open-Faced Barbecue Chicken Sliders
Roast Turkey with Spicy Chorizo Stuffing
Basil and Pecan Sweet Potato Bake
Danish Lemon-Filled Spice Cookies
Chunky Nut Blondie Drops ... Read more

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Festive recipes and ideas to make holidays special throughout the year!

This book makes it easy to whip up party food and fun all year long. You’ll find plenty of delicious ways to celebrate seventeen of the year’s most delightful holidays, plus tips and suggestions to make every occasion an event to remember.

• 140 delectable recipes, such as Sour Cream and Onion Burgers (Fourth of July), Cheese Pumpkins (Halloween) and Champagne Cookies (New Year’s Eve)
• Recipe variations and do-ahead options to make entertaining super-easy and super-special
• Do-it-yourself decorations and centerpieces, from Sealed with a Kiss Cards (Valentine’s Day) to Sugar-Filled Glass Ornaments (Christmas)
• Complete holiday menus, including main dishes, sides and desserts--plus great beverages, too!
• Kid-friendly dishes everyone will love, like Best Mashed Potatoes (Easter), Chocolate Sweetheart Cake (Valentine’s Day) and Ginger Applesauce (Hanukkah)

Customer Reviews (7)

Just like new
Great book for all seasons. Great buy and great seller, fast delivery and perfect condition!

Mediocre book, sorry.
The seller of this book did any excellent job in packing and shipping, but the book itself is nothing special.
For example, for Easter?, it gives a recipe for "special mashed potatoes"! What's special about them? They used the basics; potatoes, milk, butter, salt and pepper.
I like Betty Crocker cook books, but save your money. You can do better than this one.

Best holiday recipes!
I have used this cookbook over and over with great success.The recipes are easy to follow and turn out wonderfully every time.All dishes that I have prepared were delicious and received rave reviews from my dinner guests.I highly recommend this cookbook for anyone; the recipes are great for holidays or everyday cooking.And, the recipes are grouped by holiday to help you plan an excellent and well-balanced menu.

Feel good book
This is a very sweet book.An odd way to describe a cookbook, but that's the way it struck me.It includes holidays that are usually skipped by most books-Chinese New Year, Passover, Kwanzaa.There are small, easy projects and decorative crafts, and the photos are beautiful.The strawberry/cream Santa figures on the cover brought a smile to my face.The recipes are not particularly difficult, and there is a nice assortment of cakes, cookies, treats and full meals to choose from.What else can I say?I like it.

Makes planning a party easy
This cook book includes lots of pictures (I think one for each recipe) and is separated into chapters for each holiday. It inludes ideas for complete holiday celebrations, from drinks to desert to center pieces and decorations. The ideas are cute and unique. I think adults and kids will have fun with the ideas in this book. I am planning on following the recipe plan for Cinco de Mayo! ... Read more

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Hallelujah Holiday Recipes.From God's Garden Softcover, spiral-bound with 271 full color pages including family album photographs of Rhonda and George Malkmus ... Read more

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Recipes
I enjoy raw and vegetarian meals everyday so this is nothing new.What I thought I was getting was something geared more for holiday or festive gatherings.The recipes themselves are not new, meaning they are listed in other raw and vegetarian cookbooks.What is different is that the recipes are rated by stars.The higher the star level the higher the nutrient Also, the star ratings indicate whether this is a meal or food that should be eaten everyday or sparingly.At the bottom of the page it sometimes indicates how to raise the star level of the dish by making it more healthy.(Many of the meals are rated to eat sparingly and so maybe that's the indication that it's a meal or food item for the holidays.) While reading through the book there was an notation that many of these foods were not recommened for everyday fare and that another one of their publications should be consulted for that.So while I did not get what I was looking for in terms of recipes I did receive additional knowledge in the area of food.For example, there's a section on substitions for processed sugars, flours, thickening agents and the like which I found to be useful.The recipes are simple enough to pull off.They are not fancy and you shouldn't have trouble finding the ingredients in a regular supermarket or health food store.

Recipes good for all year- Not Just The Holidays
Love this recipe book. The recipes are great and are good for all seasons and not just the holidays. These are not all 5-10 minute recipes. There are numerous recipes that take time and planning, but once your done are great tasting, nutritional and healthy for you. These are holiday recipes you will not get sick from nor gain all that holiday weight as you did under the SAD diet. Thank you Rhonda for this book. I look forward to the Holidays with some great recipes to make and if I cannot wait, I will make them now. You got to try the Apple-Pumkin pie on page 203. HMMMMMMM. TANX God's diet is great tasting.

raw foods book
This is a good book if you don't mind "detail" cooking-making everything from start to finish.You soak your seeds, dehydrate and grindfor things like crusts and flour for bread.It is unique, and has very fresh ingrediants.The salad dressings are fresh and easy.It is truely a gardeners, or farm market shoppers eating book.Most items are not cooked.It could be considered almost a diet book, because the foods are all healthy. ... Read more

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The talented staff of a favorite American magazine has condensed everything they know about Christmas into one handy book to help make the holidays extra special for families everywhere. A comprehensive guide to creating your own fabulous Christmas, the Big Book of Christmas contains over 100 craft, gifting, and decorating projects as well as more than 80 tested, proven, and scrumptious holiday recipes. With clear and concise instructions, it`s easy for readers to create the stunning patchwork star tree topper as well as king-sized candlesticks to set the mood. Handmade gifts help them send the love of the season to family and friends, while table treats like the Rocky Road Clusters make the holidays extra sweet. Organized in carefully planned sections such as `Red White and True Christmas,` `Merry Mini-Trees,` and `Gifts Galore,` this is the one book to get and to give for those who hold the holidays dear.Amazon.com Review
Ornaments, edibles, and gifts fill the pages of Family Circle Big Book of Christmas, some in fairly traditional style with Victorian flavor, others with a bit more of a country orientation. Projects include a mantel full of elegant stockings, a wreath heavily encrusted with buttons, folk-art treasure boxes adorned with felt hearts, and a pair of host and hostess vests boasting sporty red and gold stripes.

Directions are somewhat brief but generally adequate; the materials sections, however, are hard to decipher at a glance because all the items are run together in a paragraph instead of separated into a list. Although not terribly inspired, the photos are reasonably clear, and most projects are relatively easy. The bulk of the book is devoted to recipes, such as a full brunch, a complete Christmas dinner, a round-robin dinner party, and lots and lots of desserts. --Amy Handy ... Read more

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Authentic British
Small booklet (roughly 5 x 7 inches) of 47 pages . This is one of a collection of over 70 titles in the traditional fare series by J. Salmon publishing.There are 11 sepia reproductions of paintings of English landmarks and historical English life. There are no photographs or illustrations of the finished recipes. The book is put together like a travel memento. It's sentimental in a charming way. A bit of authentic England from yesteryear. A visit to Amazon UK shows the Traditional fare series are well regarded in England, they're rated quite favorably.

Although you don't need to know metric to use the recipes,it is important to realize that the recipes are from the UK, and there are differences in measurements compared with the US. For example, a pint is 20 ounces in the UK and 16 ounces in the US. Also, a kitchen scale is essential, as dry ingredients are measured in ounces.

There are also a few differences in ingredients. Caster sugar is simply very fine white sugar, and ordinary table sugar works just as well. Mixed spice is roughly the equivalent of pumpkin pie spice. Demerara sugar is very large crystals of sugar sometimes found in the US as a decoration on muffins. It can readily be found in the baking section of the supermarket, and it's called "sugar in the raw".A useful website is Cook's Thesaurus at www.foodsubs.com.

Also, the british have come up with words for 'modern' items that are sometimes different than ours, but the context of the sentence will clarify the meaning, for example, what we would refer to as a 'trailer' is regarded as a 'caravan' in Britain.It's not a hinderance.

Recipes included:

Bacon & Mushroom Risotto p. 46
Bean Stew p. 18
Beany Pork Sausages p. 29
Bonfire Fish p. 45
Cheese & Bacon Pasta p. 34
Chicken Chakokhbili p.3
Chicken Curry p. 21
Chilli Con Carne p.7
Cod Provencal p. 26
Corned Beef Hash p.5
Grilled Lamb Cutlets p. 13
Grilled Sardines & Baked Potatoes p. 22
Holiday Fish Pie p. 32
Layered Berries & Yoghurt p. 43
Liver in Red Wine p. 35
Mackerel in a Parcel p. 14
Mustard Steak p. 30
Peach Conde p. 42
Potato Bolognaise p.8
Pytt I Panna p. 19
Quick Goulash p. 24
Quick Snacks p. 47
Ratatouille p. 11
Russian Salad p. 31
Salade Nicoise p. 10
Salmon & Rocket Salad p.6
Sausage with Apple & Cider p. 37
Spanish Omelette p. 15
Sponge Delight p. 42
Summer Melon p. 43
Tuna Steaks with Anchovies p. 40
Tomato & Chick Pea Curry p. 39
Turkey in White Wine p. 38
Vegetable Macaroni Cheese p. 27
Vegetable Pie p. 23
White Fish Chowder p. 16


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Customer Reviews (2)

Wonderful recipes for holidays
We're getting just what we wanted in this cookbook.My collection of holiday menus needed updating, and this did the trick!

It's like all the others
I have many Fix it and Forget It cookbooks.Many of the recipes are the same.Not really happy with this one! ... Read more

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A collection of traditional and innovative recipes for Christmas--ranging from fruitcake to ginger-pear chutney--includes new ideas for celebrating with food and full menus for holiday entertaining. 50,000 first printing. $20,000 ad/promo. ... Read more

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Back by popular demand, this new edition of a Wisconsin classic features the same great recipes and stunning full-color photographs that are sure to tantalize the taste buds.Originally published in 1988, Wisconsin Country Gourmet became the cookbook for all seasons, filled with recipes, menus, and ideas that celebrate the bounty of this great state.This is cooking at its finest -- fresh, regional ingredients and a mingling of the culinary traditions of the diverse ethnic heritage throughout the state. ... Read more

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A highly recommended supplement to home cookbook collections
Originally published in 1988, the Wisconsin Country Gourmet: Seasonal Recipes, Ethnic & Holiday Menus is now back in print by popular demand. Marge Snyder and Suzanne Breckenridge collaborate to offer a wealth of succulent, classic dishes from Coriander Rice Salad to Crabmeat Fritters, Spiced Cranberry Jam, Mexican Coffee and more. Wonderfully illustrated with the photography of Joe Paskus, the Wisconsin Country Gourmet is an excellent and highly recommended supplement to home cookbook collections, offering special "Wisconsin ways" to celebrate the passing of the seasons through taste. ... Read more

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Scandinavians and Finns celebrate the holidays in style. Thisspiral-bound index-card size book is your quick and easy guide toSwedish, Norwegian, Danish, Icelandic and Finnish traditional recipes. ... Read more

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Reflections, Traditions and Recipes
Scandinavian Holiday Recipes, in the popular recipe-card file size Stocking Stuffer format, is chock-full of the best recipes and notes about Scandinavian food and culture. Compiled by Michelle Nagle Spencer, this cookbook contains recipes and reflections on the traditions, sites, and events associated with the holidays observed by Danish, Finnish, Icelandic, Norwegian, and Swedish Americans. Included are wonderful recipes as well as information on Scandinavianculture. Featured sections include "Scandinavian Holidays," such as Lent, Easter and St. Urho's Day and "Sites Worth Seeing and Visiting." Information on Ethnic History and Scandinavian Festivals Across America are also included. Illustrations throughout the book and on the cover are by Diana Heusinkveld. The cover depicts a colorful border design which frames the calligraphic title.

Scandinavian Holiday Recipes contains menus for all the various holidays. Plan a St. Lucia's Day Breakfast of Egg Coffee, Glögg, St. Lucia's Saffron Bread, Cardamom Horns and Almond Tarts! For Midsummer's Day Lunch serve up Beer Punch, Cold Buttermilk Soup, Carrot Salad, Hamburger a' la Lindström, Herring Salad, Hardtack, White Potato Bread and Cloudberries with Whipped Cream for dessert! Also included are a recipe for a Norwegian Wedding Cake and beverage recipes for Scandinavian beers!

Scandinavian Holiday Recipes is excellent for personal collections and as a gift for those interested in Scandinavian cooking and culture. ... Read more

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Don’t Just Celebrate–Relax!

We all know that holidays are meant to be fun. But for the cook planning the feast, the holidays can inspire dread. Feeding the family on a daily basis is hard enough. Making the meal both special and delicious can raise the bar out of sight.

In Saving Dinner for the Holidays bona fide Dinner Diva Leanne Ely will show you that festive meals can be as easy and relaxing as they are tasty. She plans the menus, provides comprehensive, itemized shopping lists that are organized by supermarket section, includes heirloom recipes, and even includes the all-important timeline so that your party goes off without a hitch. She also gives you a big helping hand in the kitchen and offers tips on how to make your table sparkle with warmth and beauty.

There’s a Valentine’s Day Chocolate Feast not to be missed, a Mother’s Day dinner that can actually be prepared by Dad and the kids, a Fourth of July picnic that lights up the palate, and many other red-letter feasts. There are even recipes that help turn leftovers into delectable dishes. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (11)

Great way to plan for get-togethers!
I had already purchased Leanne's Saving Dinner book and loved it. I got this to make having people over for holidays, get-togethers, etc easier.
It has. I dont exactly like all the recipes in it but it gives you great infomation, tips and timelines for making meals and memories. I liked the valentines day chocolate fest and the ideas for a grown-up b-day party. And Thanksgiving Day is not to be missed but you can get this off her website (at least you could for Nov.2007).

Excellant Addition
This is an easy to following guide, makes shopping so much easier and takes the guess work out of what ingredients are needed.

Very Useful
This is a great cookbook. It follows the same format as Saving Dinner. There are dinners typically associated with holidays (all sorts of holidays) in this cookbook. The recipes do not call for any strange ingredients and they are easy and come out with great results. This is a great cookbook and I'm glad I ordered it.

Enjoy.

This is a kitchen staple
Definately a kitchen staple! This covers you for more than Christmas... here comes your Valentines Day menu from the capable hand of Ely.
This is one of her champs. Those who have enjoyed her Thanksgiving menu online will find the recipes in this book, along with more! This is a great book for anyone who wants to WOW their company or family and make any day a holiday!

Good
though I liked the few recipes I've tried, my kids aren't as crazy about them as I was.The idea of healthier menus was great, but in reality it doesn't always work.One book that I found that has holiday recipes, too, and a bunch of leftover recipes for all that turkey and ham afterwards is THE FRANTIC WOMAN'S GUIDE TO FEEDING FAMILY AND FRIENDS. ... Read more