Tuesday, November 27, 2012

175 Best Babycakes Cake Pop Maker Recipes

by Kathy Moore, Roxanne Wyss   (Find this book)
"In the first six months of its launch, over 500,000 Cake Pop Makers have been sold."
With the invention of the Babycakes(TM) Cake Pop Maker, an ingenious and wildly popular appliance category has taken the retail marketplace by storm, and its popularity is only expected to increase as news, reviews and word spread. It allows the home baker to make fun and delicious cake pops quickly and easily in just minutes.
These delightful and creative recipes have been created specifically for use in this appliance and feature chapters on cake pop classics, decorating and dips, cake pop favorites, desserts and sweets, glazes, dips and fillings, donuts, Ebelskivers (traditional Danish pancakes -- a cross between American pancakes and a popover), muffins, appetizers, savory nibbles and show stoppers which are ideal for parties and gifts and come with gorgeous presentations and packaging suggestions.
Enjoy creating such delights as: Red Velvet Cake Pops, Brownie Pops, Peach Cobbler Balls Apple Pie Donuts, Beignets, Lemon Blueberry Ebelskivers Buffalo Chicken Balls, Jalapeno Cheese Pocket Breads Champagne Balls, Fourth of July Balls, Halloween Eyeballs
There's even a gluten-free and vegan section.
Also included are extensive and easy-to-follow decorating tips and techniques for everything from rustic to fancy cake pops as well as theme decorating ideas for occasions from Valentine's Day to weddings and birthdays. -- Publisher Marketing

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Chic & Unique Wedding Cakes: 30 Modern Designs for Romantic Celebrations

by Zoe Clark    (Find this book)
Create a beautiful and unique wedding cake for your special day. Be inspired by the theme of your wedding: the stationery, the flowers, the venue and, of course, the dress! Whether you?re looking for a classic floral cake, a contemporary monochrome design or a colorful macaroon cake, expert cake decorator Zoe Clark has created something just for you. Includes coordinating cupcakes, cookies, fondant fancies and mini cakes! -- Publisher Marketing

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Way to Cook Grilling ( Cooking Light )

by Rachel Ouinlivan West    (Find this book)
For over 20 years, "Cooking Light "has been showing readers how to grill healthfully. In this highly visual book, including more than 550 full-color images step-by-step instructions of the techniques used at "Cooking Light," readers learn exactly how to grill in a healthier way without sacrificing bold flavors." "These gas, charcoal, and indoor grilling techniques are supplemented by a wide variety of delicious recipes-from barbecue and smoked meats to burgers and vegetables. This guide also includes the best kitchen tips and techniques, detailed information about the ingredients that are the basis of healthy grilling, delicious recipes, and plenty of images of the finished dishes so you can see exactly what you're preparing.
Features:
More than 400 full-color how-to images illustrating a variety of grilling techniques.An image of every finished dish in the book so you can see exactly what you're preparing.Ingredients: Detailed information about the ingredients that are used to prepare delicious grilled meals.Recipes: The techniques included in this book are supplemented by over 125 recipes, so you can apply the information you've learned in the chapters to create flavorful grilled meals.Healthy Grilling Techniques: This is the first book from "Cooking Light "that has included such a thorough collection of grilling techniques. --Publisher Marketing

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

How to Cook Everything: The Basics: All You Need to Make Great Food

by Mark Bittman    (Find this book)
The next best thing to having Mark Bittman in the kitchen with you
Mark Bittman's highly acclaimed, bestselling book "How to Cook Everything" is an indispensable guide for any modern cook. With "How to Cook Everything The Basics" he reveals how truly easy it is to learn fundamental techniques and recipes. From dicing vegetables and roasting meat, to cooking building-block meals that include salads, soups, poultry, meats, fish, sides, and desserts, Bittman explains what every home cook, particularly novices, should know.
1,000 beautiful and instructive photographs throughout the book reveal key preparation details that make every dish inviting and accessible. With clear and straightforward directions, Bittman's practical tips and variation ideas, and visual cues that accompany each of the 185 recipes, cooking with "How to Cook Everything The Basics" is like having Bittman in the kitchen with you.This is the essential teaching cookbook, with 1,000 photos illustrating every technique and recipe; the result is a comprehensive reference that's both visually stunning and utterly practical.Special Basics features scattered throughout simplify broad subjects with sections like "Think of Vegetables in Groups," "How to Cook Any Grain," and "5 Rules for Buying and Storing Seafood."600 demonstration photos each build on a step from the recipe to teach a core lesson, like "Cracking an Egg," "Using Pasta Water," "Recognizing Doneness," and "Crimping the Pie Shut."Detailed notes appear in blue type near selected images. Here Mark highlights what to look for during a particular step and offers handy advice and other helpful asides.Tips and variations let cooks hone their skills and be creative. --Publisher Marketing