Bøker av Lila Crestwood

You can pick up a box of Oreos at any market. So, why do cookie lovers prefer to bake their own treats? The main reason is that while most cookies are delicious, those that are warm and home-baked are beyond mouthwatering. Commercial cookies simply cannot measure up. Another reason for baking your own cookies is that it provides you with the ability to control the ingredients. Do you truly want your children to fill up on unnecessary fats, additives, and preservatives with names that neither of you can pronounce? And your kids will love them even more when they get to help with the baking. Of course, let's not overlook the fragrance. Nothing happens when you open a box of store-bought cookies. When you bake them at home, your entire house fills with an intoxicating, addictive aroma that is irreplaceable. This book contains holiday cookies, easy cookies made from cake mix, and gluten-free cookies. In our modern, fast world, we have forgotten many of the simple pleasures with which we grew up. When you treat your kids to recipes from the Everyone Loves Cookies Cookbook, you're not just giving them sweets. You are providing them with a lifetime of smiles and memories.

Ground beef is healthy and inexpensive; it can be used in hundreds of ways. "How to Love and Prepare Ground Beef Cookbook" has many versatile dishes, from meatballs to soups and casseroles. Cooking with ground beef means more flavor options for less money. It is all win-win.

While everyone is told to eat their spinach and broccoli, the healing power of food goes far beyond that. Many foods contain antioxidants to actually prevent diseases and help us build a strong immune system. There is much truth in "You are what you eat." The fact is, your kitchen is your strongest medicine cabinet. The right - and delicious - foods add fiber, Omega 3 fatty acids, Vitamin C, and healing spices to our diets. Don't overlook the power of spices such as turmeric and curry. Healing foods include leafy greens, fresh berries, fruits and vegetables, seafood, nuts, seeds, and more. Healing foods not only help during an illness, but they also help prevent maladies in the first place.

Finding the food we want is rarely a problem. Much of the produce we consume is available year-round, as is the seafood we eat. If it is not in the market, we can usually find it frozen. So, what is the big deal with seasonal food? Why does it matter? Crucially, food in season tastes better and contains more nutrients than the same food out of season. Sure, a strawberry cake in December will be tasty. But strawberries eaten in the Spring, when they are harvested, will be tastier, juicer, and healthier. They are sheer ambrosia during their season. That goes for most fruits and vegetables. Eating seasonally is a treat for the taste buds. The recipes in this Meals for Every Season Cookbook make use of the freshest ingredients available throughout the year. Many of them are raised by local farmers, so they do not have to be shipped any distance and are literally just picked. That is the meaning of eating fresh, and we should do it as often as possible. In addition to cooking in season, Meals for Every Season Cookbook can be your guide to eating out and ordering the freshest items on the menu. It's win-win. Not only is eating fresh more nutritious, it encourages our local growers to keep producing. They can tell you the day a particular product was picked. Treat your friends and family to the fresh recipes in the Meals for Every Season Cookbook. Aren't they worth it?

Welcome to some genuine fireworks. Independence Day has been the traditional day for grilling dishes that signify our heritage and unity. Family and friends commemorate our nation with irresistible foods for an unforgettable experience. The Fourth of July began its celebrations in the 1800s, when political pundits gave their speeches around a barbeque. People came because they weren't about to miss out on free food! It began in the South, where fresh watermelon and fruits were bursting with ripeness and flavors during the summer. This cookbook is actually a menagerie of tasty red, white, and blue colors. Anyone for a US flag cake? As people moved north and west, they took their traditions with them. (Unfortunately, the politicians also came.) Grilled hot dogs, burgers, and fried chicken took over the country. Approximately 150 million hot dogs are consumed nationwide on this day - see our irresistible Coney Dog. Toasting our Independence was an early part of the tradition. It was necessary to toast all original 13 colonies separately - and many people volunteered to toast anything else, as well. These days, most of the toasting has been replaced by brilliant fireworks. Enjoy your food, drinks, and fireworks while preparing delicious foods from the Celebrate the Red, White, and Blue Cookbook.

The years between 1850 and 1940 saw considerable changes in our culture. As women began leaving the house for other activities, they had less time to spend on cooking. Conveniently, the first canned condensed soup came on the market in 1897. It didn't take cooks long to see the many uses of these condensed soups, especially in casseroles that used to take them all day to prepare. Canned soups allowed busy women to create original and creamy casseroles with ease. Casseroles are a huge part of most people's cooking - tasty and filled with an abundance of healthy ingredients. The more women leave the kitchen, the more practical it becomes to stretch meals with inexpensive casseroles by using canned soups. Better Casseroles Using Canned Soups Cookbook contains homemade recipes that bring back memories of grandma's cooking.

When it comes to diabetes, nutrition plays a major role in feeling and becoming healthier. Decreasing one's sugar and carbohydrate intake helps to manage your blood glucose level and keep it within an acceptable range. A change in lifestyle can aid people in losing weight, keeping diabetes at bay, and increasing a person's energy levels. Many people are afraid that dealing with diabetes will mean giving up the foods they love and limiting what they can eat. Eating right doesn't mean giving up anything, and all they have to gain is better health. Diabetics or pre-diabetics should focus on fresh produce, grains, lean meats, fish, fat-free dairy, and nuts. Certain foods, such as salmon and nuts lead the parade to better health. You will find plenty to enjoy in this "The Pre-Diabetic and Diabetic Cookbook You Need" cookbook. When it comes to giving up, diabetics should avoid sodium, sweets, sugars, and carbohydrates. This almost ensures fewer calories and less body weight. While a doctor will know best, the average diabetic should limit him or herself to 50 grams of carbs per meal.

It's the most romantic day of the year and deserves special treatment. Even if you can't cook, this World of Romance Cookbook will help you create a unique romantic culinary experience from appetizers to desserts. One of the things that make the meals distinctive is that you will be enjoying foods not usually served daily. They are out of the ordinary and geared toward romance. Start by setting the mood. Turn off the television and bring out your tablecloth and napkins. Light candles and have soft music. Use nice dishes and glasses. The World of Romance Cookbook is filled with surprises and delicacies and will help you make this a day to remember.

There are certain rules that determine what food and combinations of food are kosher and what is not. While less than 1 percent of the US lives by all the rules, much of what is referred to as "Jewish food" has entered the mainstream of dining. Can anyone resist a matzo ball soup or a tasty brisket? These recipes here in "Classic Jewish Comfort Food Cookbook" have been kept kosher, but they can be adjusted to individual tastes and circumstances.

More and more people are turning to a vegetarian diet after discovering the benefits of a plant-rich nutrient regimen. Such a diet includes fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts and legumes. A vegetarian diet can also contain animal by-products such as milk, eggs, and honey - although personal preference can vary. Some vegetarians will use almond milk or coconut milk instead of regular milk. Feel free to create the recipes according to your own preferences. Cheese can become tricky. Some use animal rennet, others do not. Vegetarians eating cheese should check the label for words such as rennet, or enzymes, which are indications of animal by-products. Note that Kosher cheese is vegetarian. When it comes to goat cheese, brands made in Great Britain are usually vegetarian, while goat cheese produced in France tends not to be. When it comes to cheeses, your best bet is to read the label carefully. Some vegetarians may eat fish (this cookbook does not contain fish recipes). However, many of the recipes in this Foolproof Vegetarian Cookbook do call for Worcestershire sauce, which contains anchovies. If you prefer, substitute tamari for Worcestershire sauce. Other vegetarians lean toward a more vegan regime that rejects not only meat but fish and dairy, as well and opt for vegan substitutions. It is important to get all your proper nutrients as a vegetarian. Eat starches such as potatoes and pasta as one-third of your diet, preferably wholegrain. Beans and legumes provide protein, vitamins, and fiber. While sugar is permitted, it is a good idea to limit it.

When the body experiences inflammation, it can lead to heart disease, cancer, and other health problems. As grocery stores are overflowing with packaged and sugary offerings, these can only increase the problems. This can be avoided by refraining from consuming foods high in saturated fats, processed sugars, refined grains, and most packaged meals. When these are consumed regularly, inflammation can creep up with unhealthy results. Fortunately, certain foods have healing power, and a change in lifestyle and diet can make a world of difference. The foods to favor are seafood, spices such as turmeric, healthy olive oils, fresh fruits and vegetables, beans, and lots of nuts. How to Handle Inflammation Cookbook contains a variety of anti-inflammatory recipes, from breakfast to dinner. When followed regularly, these foods can increase heart health and help with chronic health issues caused by inflammation. It won't happen overnight. But it will happen.

Many of favorite dishes have their origin in the medieval Middle East in countries such as Turkey, Lebanon and Morocco. Using familiar ingredients, - especially smooth yogurt sauce - seasonings and spices beloved in the region, your meals receive a fresh and surprising kick. Use these recipes in Secrets of Contemporary Middle Eastern Cuisine Cookbook to treat yourself to a new level of eating. This is your passbook to an exciting culinary trip around the world!

Whether it is a formal holiday dinner or a backyard barbeque, entertaining others can be unnerving. This Entertaining with Style Cookbook focuses on proven standards and a few surprise recipes that will have your guests take notice - of the food and of you. Both experienced and amateur cooks can use this book to turn a get-together into a special occasion. From appetizers to desserts, delight everyone with your stylish and easy presentations, whether it is a stunning rack of lamb or a rum cake (yummy). Entertaining can be stressful. Let Entertaining with Style Cookbook make it easy to impress your friends with great food. Just make a note that they will want a return invitation!

Many people hesitate to begin a healthy diet because they believe they will be forced to change all their eating habits. That is not the case. Just a few changes can add up to a lot. You will feel and look better. It's called developing better habits. Snack is usually the big no-no on a healthy diet. However, the Healthy and Slimer Snacking Cookbook has a list of delicious and healthy daily treats that are prepared with less sugar and fat with no effect on taste. Try baking your favorite snacks instead of frying and love the difference. Enjoy these morsels with family and company and pack them into the children's lunch box.

Greece is one of our oldest civilizations, and they know a thing or two about great art and good cuisine, and their cooking manages to combine both. The country's climate is great for agriculture, so fresh produce plays a large part in Greek cooking. Of course, its proximity to the Aegean Sea and Mediterranean Sea provides plenty of opportunities for fresh seafood. Greek cooking, a subsection of Mediterranean cooking, can be the healthiest in the world. The recipes in this Simple and Classical Greek Cookbook burst with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, Greek yogurt, lamb, and olives. And then there is the honey-packed sweet baklava for dessert. Treat your friends and family to the cuisine of Plato and Aristotle. They will thank you for it.

What exactly is the paleo diet? Simply put, it returns our eating habits to what is called the Paleolithic Era, when hunters and gatherers collected meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and eggs. All natural food. All good food. It's how the human body is meant to be treated. When humans began to farm and consume grains, beans, legumes, and sugar, it changed our diets. While the body adapted, it slowly led to heart trouble, diabetes, and obesity. What foods are permitted on paleo? Fresh produce, nuts, seeds, meats, fish, eggs, and nut oils. Try to avoid grains, beans, potatoes, pasta, lentils, milk (except nut milks, such as almond milk or hazelnut milk, etc.), cheeses (except feta), and refined sugar. Use sugar substitutes sparingly and avoid processed food. Paleo can be considered a trade-off. Enjoy your bacon and avoid your chocolate.

Do meals have to be expensive to taste mouth-watering good? If that is what you believe, this How to Start Saving on Your Groceries Cookbook will prove you wrong. Start by shopping smartly and keep a well-stocked pantry. That will ensure the basics are always close at hand. You won't need to change the way you eat; you will simply eat better. Use ground meat instead of steak, and enjoy lots of protein from beans, legumes, and eggs. The great news is that the recipes in this book are extremely flexible by design - if you have leftover ham or beef, just add it to the ingredients. Saving money on your food bill is really that simple.

When people hear low cholesterol, they automatically think bland. That couldn't be further from the truth. A good diet is like good habits - it may take a bit of work, but everyone benefits in the end. An excess of cholesterol can pose a risk of obesity and heart disease. Opting for healthier fats is the first step. Approximately 25 to 30 percent of daily calories should be good fats, and about 7 percent of daily fats should come from saturated fats - the bad kind of fat. It can be found in anything deep fried or processed. Healthy fats are lean meats, vegetable oils, fish, and nuts. The recipes in this Low Cholesterol and High Taste Cook emphasize beans, lentils, fish, and lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. They are tasty. They are nutritious. And they should be a part of a healthy lifestyle.

Eating less sugar can improve one's overall health, even for those not facing diabetes. Less sugar provides more energy, fewer calories, and smaller jean sizes. The recipes in the Living Sugar-Free Forever Cookbook are a great beginning as sugar has mostly been replaced with fresh ingredients, especially fruits, to provide a sweet taste. Get rid of prepared and canned foods, and your sugar consumption will automatically decrease.

We all have childhood memories of chocolate pies, cakes, and brownies. And everyone loved that piece of fudge. Chocolate is our Guilty Pleasure. But should it be? Most of us crave chocolate, but as we grow, we try to avoid it. The surprising news is that once we develop a better relationship with anything involving chocolate, we learn that good chocolate has surprising health benefits. First of all, enjoying a bit of chocolate every day keeps us from gorging on it endlessly and gaining weight. Keeping the relationship healthy prevents us from overeating and allows us to develop a better attitude toward chocolate. The fact is, dark chocolate is filled with lots of powerful antioxidants that can prevent cell damage. These antioxidants are believed to help lower blood pressure and help with heart disease while lowering the risk of diabetes. When enjoyed as a part of a healthy diet, dark chocolate can be very good for you. Keep in mind that the health benefits refer to dark chocolate and unsweetened cocoa powder, and not milk chocolate. Keep that in mind when making your chocolate choices. The recipes in this A Taste of Chocolate Every Day Cookbook can incorporate the right amount of chocolate into your days. It's a sweet thing. And keep in mind that the better the quality of chocolate you use, the better your results.

When Irish poet William Butler Yeast stated, "There are no strangers here, only friends you haven't met yet," he was probably in a pub at the time. The Irish are known for their friendliness, and much of their culture and values involve their local pub. As the local gathering place. The pub is not a place to grab a quick beer. It's the foundation of the community, where people get together for a meal and discuss the important issues of the day. It is actually remarkably democratic, as a doctor may well be sharing a table with a farmer. It's about sharing conversation, great food, and a pint or two. That is why pub food is so important. Whether it is an Irish stew or a delectable bread pudding, it's the sharing that matters. And the recipes in this Irish Pubs and the Community Cookbook are meant to bring family and friends together.

Spanish Cooking has many influences, from Basque to a huge variety of tapas. Basque is a mountainous region of Span that specializes in meats and usually uses lots of red peppers. Then there is the beloved Spanish tapas, small flavorful portions on a small plate to enable people to try a great variety of food at once. Tapas and appetizers can be easily confused as they are basically the same. The difference is that an appetizer is the start of the meal while plates of tapas ARE the meal. In whatever dish, Spain loves its spices, such as paprika, sazon, and saffron. Keep a fresh stock handy. Spain has many traditional dishes, such as various types of delicious paella. This Flavors of Spain Cookbook has two paella examples, one seafood, and the other chicken, but it can be fun to experiment. Empanadas are another Spanish tradition - delicious stuffed pastries that are either fried or baked. They make wonderful appetizers. And few things beat a refreshing gazpacho soup on a hot day. Regardless of the main meal, don't forget to prepare scrumptious churros for dessert as described in this Flavors of Spain Cookbook.

Who doesn't appreciate a lovely dinner invitation? And when it is an invitation to an outdoor barbeque, you know you can look forward to incredibly mouthwatering food, from spiced baby back ribs or bourbon chicken wings. It's all quite difficult to resist, as nothing can top that smokey grilled taste. This Barbeque Grilling Made Simple Cookbook provides you with recipes for an ideal backyard cookout with easy instructions. Although the taste of grilling is difficult to beat, it also has surprising health benefits. Since you are not cooking with oil or butter, you are reducing your fat intake while increasing your flavor level. Barbeque grilling is a great way to lose weight since the food gets most of its flavors from delectable marinades. And grilling helps meat keep its full nutritional value intact, so that also makes your meals healthier. Cook better. Cook healthier. Cook on the grill.