- Perfect Paperback: 443 pages
- Publisher: Independent Publishers Group; 1 edition (2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0977463559
- ISBN-13: 978-0977463558
- Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 18.3 x 2.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 726 g
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank:
#391,709 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #58 in Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Cooking by Ingredient > Rice & Grains
- #69 in Books > Health, Mind & Body > Diets & Weight Loss > Special Conditions > Whole Foods
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"Fabulous introduction to the flowing grass. Recommended for every public and academic library with a cookbook or nutrition collection." —Library Journal
"I would recommend this book to anyone seeking to improve his or her health without the strictures of a diet. . . . Lively, enjoyable and loaded with useful information, this book makes cooking with spelt a pleasure." —Dr. Suzanne Bentz, physician and nutrition expert
Product Description
A "go-to" cooking and baking guide, this reference demonstrates how to use whole-grain spelt in all its forms. Containing more than 200 recipes—all keyed by blood-type diet notations—in an easy-to-follow, 1-2-3 format, the cookbook provides guidelines and illustrations for the creation of a wide range of dishes, including bagels, biscuits, bread, calzones, pizza, and waffles. Beginning with an introduction to the ancient grain, the text examines spelt's heritage, composition, nutritional benefits, and appeal for those suffering from diabetes, food allergies, gluten intolerance, and other food sensitivities. A "Knead to Know" section presents tips on techniques for cooking and baking with spelt, such as how to measure and "fluff" the flour, gauge rising times and consistency of the dough, and test for readiness. Using the handy conversion tables, readers will also learn how to adapt their favorite recipes to substitute spelt for wheat.
Nautilus 2007 Book Award Finalist
A “go-to” cooking and baking guide, this reference demonstrates how to use whole-grain spelt in all its forms. Containing more than 200 recipes—all keyed by blood-type diet notations—in an easy-to-follow, 1-2-3 format, the cookbook provides guidelines and illustrations for the creation of a wide range of dishes, including bagels, biscuits, bread, calzones, pizza, and waffles. Beginning with an introduction to the ancient grain, the text examines spelt's heritage, composition, nutritional benefits, and appeal for those suffering from diabetes, food allergies, gluten intolerance, and other food sensitivities. A “Knead to Know” section presents tips on techniques for cooking and baking with spelt, such as how to measure and “fluff” the flour, gauge rising times and consistency of the dough, and test for readiness. Using the handy conversion tables, readers will also learn how to adapt their favorite recipes to substitute spelt for wheat.
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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A welcome addition to personal, family, professional, and community library specialized cookbook collections., Jun 9 2007
By Midwest Book Review - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Spelt Healthy!: Quality Whole Food Cooking and Baking with Spelt (Perfect Paperback)
So many modern wheats have been genetically engineered for specialized uses ranging from 'pop tarts to envelope glue' that they have actually become deleterious to the health of many people. 'Spelt' is an organic 'bread' grain that retains its ancient genetic profile, is naturally self-enriched, especially high in B vitamins, and for those who have developed an aversion to modern wheats, far easier to digest. It is an all-around grain that enjoys an excellent flavor, is absolutely nutritious, and is suited to whole food dishes ranging from baguettes to delicate fruit pastries, from stuffed mushrooms to soups, and salads to pizzas. "Spelt Healthy! is a specialized cookbook that culinary expert Marsha Cosentino has compiled to showcase the versatility of this ancient grain in baking and cooking. There are more than 200 featured, kitchen-cook friendly recipes based on spelt. One of the more unusual nutrition informations provided are the Blood Type eating notations (A, B. AB, O). Another special feature is the section of 'Food Intolerances and Allergies'. There is even a 'Shopping for Spelt' appendix. The recipes range from Whole Grain Waffles with Spelt Sprouts and Fruit Bits; to Pao Doce (Massa Sovada or Portuguese Sweet Bread); to Coated Pan Fried Fish Fillets; to Chocolate Chip Florentines. Combining the features of a reference, a guide, and a recipe collection, "Spelt Healthy!" is a welcome addition to personal, family, professional, and community library specialized cookbook collections.
18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
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great and easy to follow recipes, Oct 8 2006
By Pete Huie "Food Aficionado" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Spelt Healthy!: Quality Whole Food Cooking and Baking with Spelt (Perfect Paperback)
Spelt Healthy! has delicious recipes in every category from breakfast to dessert. Ms. Cosentino provides in depth research into the advantages of cooking with spelt, from its nutrition, taste, and is great for those with food allergies. The book also includes many recipes utilizing other whole foods and includes detailed information on the benefits of each of the types of whole food the recipes use. The recipes are delicious, easy to follow, and the ingredients are available either at grocery stores or in some cases specialty grocers like Whole Foods.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Interested in Spelt Flour and healthy, delicious recipes?, Jun 23 2008
By L. Wilson - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Spelt Healthy!: Quality Whole Food Cooking and Baking with Spelt (Perfect Paperback)
!!!Spelt Healthy! Quality Whole Food Cooking and Baking with Spelt Do you wish to understand why problems abound with wheat? Do you want to know what makes Spelt Flour so valuable to our bodies? This book is a plethora of information and with many, many recipes you can't help but want to try ......anything you can dream up serving for any situation. With all the info inside the covers, one would think it is complex...NOT. It's simple to follow and understand. Also she uses regular ingredients that you would want in your kitchen anyway. The spinach pesto is out of this world, and so easy. Ms. Cosentino has created an encyclopedia on Spelt along with all the recipes. I was little skeptical when ordering it, then fasinated with the book when I received it...could NOT put it down. This author values the "Eat Right for Your Blood Type" and has incorporated which blood type can reap the rewards of each recipe, and what variations to make for an alternate blood type. This book is worth every dime you will spend on it, and much more as well...amazing !!!
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