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5.0 out of 5 stars
The BEST Go-To Cookbook, May 31 2008
This review is from: The America's Test Kitchen Family Cookbook (Ring-bound)
How much can I love this cookbook? First off, the technical features! It is a binder that has sections clearly tabbed - and you can find ANY recipe quickly. There is a table of contents on each tab for each section and a full index in the back. PLUS it lays flat.
BUT now for the best part! The RECIPES are AWESOME. I always get so many compliments on the cookies - the best chocolate chip cookies (thick and caramelly, like the best gourmet ones you can buy). Easy to follow, step by step recipes for all sorts of things - I've tried so many things including, pulled pork BBQ, homemade BBQ sauce, classic yellow birthday cake, the yummiest lemon bars, simply roasted Turkey, etc.
Based on the TV series on PBS, the ATK gang basically find the best way to make something and write a recipe for it. No fail, always worth the (sometimes extra) effort. I have the other book "The Best Recipe" and the recipes are great, and I loved that book - but I love this one more. It's got great colour photos and is a bit more everyday friendly.
I've been able to find a recipe for almost anything I've ever wanted to make, from basics like meatloaf and pizza to Osso Bucco and homemade Challah (the BEST bread you'll ever taste). I was an avid cookbook collector until I realized this is the only book I would ever need if I were suddenly faced with only being able to keep one.
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Great book, Nov 19 2007
This review is from: The America's Test Kitchen Family Cookbook (Ring-bound)
I have never seen the television show but the book looked interesting. The book gives tons of cooking and equipment tips with references to which products and methods work better then others. I have now tried about 4 or 5 recipes and each one has turned out fantastic. The recipes use ingredients that are easily available or items ordinarily found in many kitchens. I will now start collecting more books from the America's Test Kitchen family.
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#1 Kitchen Necessity, Feb 20 2012
All I can say is that I totally agree with all other 5-star comments. This book is a #1 necessity in the kitchen ... I refer to it as my "kitchen bible". The recipes are flawless & delicious. It has excellent food & product reviews & their "how-to's" make cooking so easy. Perfect for both new & experienced cooks. And, I love the show!
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