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The Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook: America's Bestselling Step-by-Step Cookbook, with More Than 1,400 Recipes
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Book Description
More than 650,000 copies later, this big, visually appetizing cookbook remains a home chef's favorite. More than 5,000 exciting photographs and 1,400 recipes cover every meal, from lunchtime sandwiches to lavish dinners. And, all the dishes--appetizers, soups, omelettes, pastas, meat and poultry entrees, breads, sauces, desserts--have been triple-tested by Good Housekeeping for infallibility, ease, good taste and value. Includes loads of techniques, time-saving tips, and complete menus for entertaining.
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this just gets better, and Better, and BETTER!.......2007-06-19
At nearly 60 years old, and single all that time, I guess one could say "I never would have gotten this far if I couldn't cook!"
Well, that I CAN DO! I love to cook. Over the years I collected perhaps 125 cookbooks!?!? Guess what? I did not USE them! Over the years, I have kept paring down with each "move" (occasionally 'slipping' and picking up a new one here and there). I am now down to about 6 of my most favorite ones, and this one, "Good Housekeeping's Illustrated Cookbook" is the one that I reach for the most frequently. I have worn out two copies of it over the years, and I fully intend to always have a copy of it around until that "final" day!
This book just "begs" you to cook, to experiment, etc. Every recipe is aided by illustrations and clear instructions "as you go" to help you with everything you'd ever want to cook up in your kitchen at home. I have used dozens and dozens of cookbooks, and none of them have ever "aided" me as much as this wonderful kitchen helper.
Thanks, Good Housekeeping, you're the Best! ~operabruin
Not that simple stupid!!.......2007-04-02
I've had this book since college. It was the required book for my cooking class. And years later I have collected many other cookbooks, but I always find myself going back to Good Housekeeping. And the main reason is... new books appear to rely on the concept of "KISS - Keeping It Simple Stupid." But if your purpose is to create a memory of home cooking, keeping it simple just doesn't cut it. The other day I was searching recipes for cheesecakes. The Good Housekeeping had about 4 more ingredients than others provided. And I feel the reason is we're so stuck on shortcuts. If you want to "wow" people... simplicity wont' do it.
Great Basic Cookbook.......2007-01-27
This is a terrific cookbook for both the beginner and more experienced cook. There is a photo of every recipe and beautilful illustrations throughout the book. Some of my family's favorite recipes have come from this book and Good Housekeeping is a name you can always count on for quality.
Disappointed.......2007-01-11
Many years ago I received a Good Housekeeping Cookbook as a gift. It was practically my bible for cooking. In the interim I lost it, so decided to get a new Good Housekeeping book. Big Mistake! Very few recipes, and the ones in the book were uninteresting.
Worst cookbook in my kitchen.......2006-12-07
I've had this cookbook for years. I don't turn to it. I don't trust it. This cookbook has no credibility. At best, the recipes are pretty bland and boring. But usually, they're fatally flawed.
This book is not for someone who wants to learn how to cook. It's got all the sections you'd hope to see... some on equipment, some on technique. But those sections are sparse. They'll show you a bunch of knives, but not tell you what knives work well in what situations, or what knives you need. The cookbook has pictures of every dish, but the pictures are low quality and have bad color so you can't really trust the pictures.
But it's the recipes that are the real downfall. It talks about bullion cubes or cooking wine without explaining that they are convenient, but not good when you have time and want flavor. It gives that standard cooking temps for food, but doesn't mention you need to pull the food off the heat early or the food will be overcooked until the very end of the book in the microwave section. Recipes will say "cook until done" without ever explaining how you should be checking how fried eggs, for example, are cooking.
With this cookbook, you won't learn the best ways to cook eggs. You won't learn what "divan" means, even though there are a bunch of recipes divan here. It'll show you what different herbs and spices look like, but won't do well at helping you learn what goes well when. If you make all the recipes, take notes, and remember what didn't work, you'll learn a lot, but you'll have alot of poor recipes in the process.
Cookwise will teach you more about the fundamentals of cooking. William's Sonoma books have better pictures and better recipes. The Cook's Bible and Cook's Illustrated will teach you more about recipe variations and how to find recipes which work reliably. Saveur will give you better traditional food from across the globe.
This book will help you prop up a chair with a short leg. Beyond that, it's not worth much.
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The SINGLE greatest "general" cookbook I own.......2007-03-24
I stress "general" because I don't think books of this nature can or should be compared with ethnic or "specialty" cookbooks. If you want a book on Italian cooking or Chinese cooking or baking cakes, this isn't the book for you. This 1980 GEM by Zoe Coulson covers it all...if it's not between the covers of this book, maybe you should think twice about eating it. The greatest strength is that when you want a certain kind of "comfort food," there's a rock-solid recipe to satisfy. Case in point: "Country Pot Roast" on page 192, "Beef Stew" on page 202...these things taste like old-fashioned roadside diner food (or "just like mom used to make," if your mom was a good cook). It's not a Yuppie kind of South Beach low-carb "I'm OK, You're OK" cookbook. There ARE healthy and sensible choices in every category, however. I know that Good Housekeeping has a relatively new book out with the same title, but the 1980 book from Zoe Coulson is the one to get. And with the used prices offered by Amazon, there's no way you can go wrong.
A True Gem.......2006-08-31
This is a wonderful cookbook with the most beautiful color illustrations. A must for any kitchen!. Author of "Seasoned With Love: From My Family To Yours"
Great 1st cookbook for newlyweds/first time cooks.......2006-05-25
I received this book many years ago from a friend. It not only tells you how to cook but how to buy, what to look for, whats in season. Most of all EVERYTHING has a picture. I made the chicken cordon bleu a few years ago and now when I make it I usually have to triple the recipe for everyone I know shows for dinner that night. Its a bit of a complicated recipe but once you get the hang of it (rolling the chicken and securing with toothpicks) it is worth every mouth watering bite. This is by far the best wedding gift or first cookbook! It even shows you how to hard boil an egg...............
Fantastic cook book........2003-11-30
My girlfriend has this cook book, and after looking through it I knew I had to have one, too. I have it now and just ordered two more copies: one as a working copy for myself and one to give as a Christmas gift. Very easy to follow instructions, pictures and information about food that will make anyone a pro in the kitchen.
My favorite cookbook.......2000-04-10
This book shows you how-to, how long it will take, what you will need, how many it will serve, and what it will look like in any easy, step by step process.Recipes included range from sandwiches to gourmet entree's and desserts. I made creme' brulee! I have two copies, one to browse and one to use. I highly recommend this book for the novice, the acclaimed chef and everyone in between.
Book Description
Fifty delicious, Good Housekeeping-tested recipes will lure budding chefs into the kitchen and start them off on a lifetime of good cooking. The brand-new spiral-bound format is easy to work with too!
Look, mom and dad: we cooked it ourselves! With every technique clearly shown, and a fun, accessible format, children will eagerly pull out the measuring cups, grab the mixing bowls, and begin preparing these temptingly tasty, kid-friendly dishes. And these are real, crowd-pleasing meals, including Scrumptious Scrambled Eggs, Surprise Burgers, Oven Roasted Chicken with Vegetables, and that all-time favorite: chocolate chip cookies.
Of course, Good Housekeeping lays out all the cooking and safety basics up front, from handling the food properly to using appliances correctly. (Parents will be pleased to know it also covers cleaning up!) Many of the recipes are illustrated with a color photograph. Every recipe tells how long the prep and cooking should take, has a difficulty rating, and gives guidelines on the amount of adult supervision needed.
Who better to trust your children with than Good Housekeeping!
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Encourages our future chefs.......1998-07-01
The photographs in this cookbook are superb. It contains good starter recipes for children as well.
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A Photographic Microwave Cooking Encyclopedia.......2006-08-10
The 1990 edition of this book features 1800+ color photographs, which--dispersed over 400 pages--is a lot. With all the well-prepared photographs, you'll never be confused about a utensil, dish, or cooking process being described.
Among the many sections of the book, the notable ones include:
* Microwave Know-How - This informative section has pages on microwave features and anatomy, suitable microwave cookware, effects of microwaving on foods, arrangement, covering, and browning techniques, microwave care, and other tips.
* The Color Index - This abridged photographic reference includes a photo and short description for each of the numerous key recipes, with about 7 entries per page. If you don't know what to cook, you can quickly flip through these 71 pages to find a dish that looks interesting.
* Appetizers, Soups, Eggs/Cheese, Fish/Shellfish, Poultry, Meat, Vegetables/Salads, Pasta/Grains/Nuts, Breads/Sandwiches, Fruits/Desserts, Cakes/Cookies/Candies, Pies/Tarts, Preserves/Sauces - The bulk of the book--the 500+ recipes--is divided into these 13 sections. In addition to the ingredients and procedures, almost all recipes include information on the serving count, calorie count, preparation time, and which vitamins and minerals are abundant in the dish. Most recipes also have step-by-step photographs or an image of the finished product. Some recipes have tables that provide cooking information for different serving amounts.
* The Index - This lets you search recipes by title or ingredient.
The Good Housekeeping Illustrated Microwave Cookbook is a great reference book for both recipes and information on microwave cooking.
The best microwave cookbook ever!.......2000-04-15
This is the best microwave cookbook. You search pictures to decide what meals to cook. They are categorized by time, so on workdays you can pick meals that take less time to cook. I find it much easier to plan a menu looking at pictures than trying to read through pages of recipes. The meals are awesome! (Try the Pork Jambalaya - you'll fall in love!)
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This is an essential collection of America's greatest dishes, gathered together in one place. It is your answer to where to go for a perfect and infallible Chicken la King, Yankee pot roast, coleslaw, Southern fried chicken, apple pie, baked beans, corn fritters, pumpkin pie and plenty more. It is a celebration of American holidays (Thanksgiving to Valentine's Day to Fourth July), American pastimes (clam-bakes. picnics, barbecues, brunches), American produce (the bounty of our orchards, gardens, wheat fields, waters, ranches and farms), plus a celebration of the American spirit. Best of all it is a collection of triple-tested recipes from Good Housekeeping, one of the most trusted names in America today.
Hundreds of thousands of people learned cooking techniques from The Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook. Its revolutionary format with its full-color gallery of dishes and step-by-step illustrations made it a classic, with nearly a million copies sold.
The Good Housekeeping Illustrated American Cook-book follows in its footsteps and is destined for the same success. It has the same terrific large format honest food families love to eat.
The Good Housekeeping Illustrated American Cookbook is organized into two pictorial sections: 80 pages of color photographs for planning the meal, followed by 320 pages of recipes with illustrated instructions for preparing the specific dishes you have chosen.
To help you plan, captions under the color photographs in the front section answer essential questions about the recipe: "What are the key ingredients?" "How long does it take to make?" "How many servings does it yield?" "What page is the recipe on?" And each photograph shows how you can garnish the finished dish so it looks, as well as tastes, magnificent. More than 1,500 drawings help to spell out these step-by-step instructions so that crucial steps or techniques will be easily understood.
Customer Reviews:
Can't have too many cookbooks............2003-08-05
Loved this book, can't find enough time to make some of the wonderful things listed in here, due to my 8 hour job, swimming lessons for my twins, and a few college courses. But know it is waiting and willing when I find time.
Delicious !.......2002-01-29
The book is well organized and the instructions are clear with step-by-step illustration. The measurements are accurate and it always looks like the picture. I would say the decoration of the dishes is a bit old fashioned (80s style), but you can always add your own touch. I really like the idea of having all the pictures in the beginning and the recipes after that. The recipes are so delicious and everything I tried was great. The party stuffed chicken is a top request on every occasion.
This is a very good book, however, if you already have The Good Housekeeping Illustrated Cookbook, I do not think you should get this one, because most of the recipes are the same -or very similar. But if this is your first Good Housekeeping Cookbook, then it is highly recommended.
A good start........1998-02-19
I got this book when I moved into my first apartment alone. A great start to basic cooking information and recipes.
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The demand for collectible world paper money continues to grow, and the ninth edition of this definitive resource for specialized paper notes is completely updated and expanded to reflect the most current values and new varieties. Comprehensive coverage includes Central and South American provincial, private and commercial bank issues; foreign, military, provincial and early Communist bank issues of China, European Colonial and Worldwide Revolutionary issues, and numerous other notes.
More than 8,500 photos aid in the identification of more than 17,500 notes. Values for each note are listed in up to three grades of preservation for a total of more than 52,000 prices.
Additional information includes international grading terminology, foreign exchange rates, dating charts and standards, and international numeral systems. Numerous historical facts and illustrations are provided.
• Completely updated and expanded to reflect current values
• Coverage includes provincial, private and commercial bank issues, military, and Colonial and Revolutionary notes worldwide
• More than 18,000 notes are listed in up to three grades of preservation, totaling over 52,000 prices
Customer Reviews:
A great source of information.......2007-03-08
This book is invaluable source of information for both collectors as well as dealers of modern banknotes. The major flaw, however, is the unrealistic UNC catalog values for most banknotes. The majority are exaggerated and no one can sell at even 50% of such CVs. However, the book stands as a unique source and a vault of invaluable information about all modern banknotes.
Best of the 3 Pick Books but still not great.......2006-11-02
The value of this book is going to depend on what you collect - if you collect China, Mexico, Russia, Latin America, and certain British Commonwealth - then yes, this book is very good and very valuable - WHERE IS ISRAEL? Are you trying to tell me there are no specialized issues for Israel/Palestine - Theres lots of people who can help the editor - myself included. The standard Pick Book doesn' list any of the military issues, all standard issues, and none of the specialized issues, I've even emailed scans of notes to the editors - otherpeople have too. Richard Gatto, Bill Rosenblum, the Israel coin and currency c/ollectors group, the AINA, the INS all people who can help the editors, who don't read Hebrew - well sorry we know the notes trust us. We know what they look like - that is only one of many areas totally uncovered and what about Russia - you have 25000 uncataloged notes to go - why did you quit? work getting a little hard - want to do nothing and get an easy buck? that's what this is about - did yall even try to find the market values on these notes? maybe for some markets, I see htat - not every market. The price a note goes for at auction and what a dealer says a note is worth and gives it to Krause can be different. There are too many price differences, i saw notes listed for $125 from Costa Rica in this NEW BOOK sell for $1600 at auction, so explain to me the $125? is that because someone was hoping to buy one at that price? isn't there a problem here, yall think I'm crazy - I've heard this more than dozens of times. Why not be UNBIASED, report the true values, be accurate? Isn't that what a price book is supposed to be? Overall I like the book - but I'm pretty angry about how the editors dealt with me and other collectors about the Israel section they already had all the information and chose not to include it. They had some of it in the book before but took it out, why? The 3rd edition of Pick 2 has many notes currently not included, why's that? I know they work hard. It's either a great book or a lousy book depending on what you collect. Some things have no coverage at all. Maybe you need a Middle East specialist, these notes are non-existant in this book Did yall even ask Armen what he thought? I think you have too narrow of a group of people who give input into these books. Nobody asked me anything, and I know more about Isreal Paper money than a lot of people, but there are people who know more than me. Even the pre-established books weren't consulted. Seems like the editors think they are above everyone else or just plain working too hard, ok admit you can't do the job. Don't say this is everything when it isn't
A book for Professional Numismatist.......2001-11-25
this book is great in term for those who very very interested in world currency and pro in this field... it may be good to own a copy of this book cause it include a lot of world money that you and me were not born yet... especially note that impress me is the CHINA's CENTURY ... it is like amazing to see those kind of note that never thought of it would be called as "money"...
anywhere this book is great... and if this book improving its' note with color than it is highly recommended...
thank you...
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Jason Yap
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From the host of the popular PBS television show Paint! Paint! Paint!, comes an exciting collection of do-it-yourself painting projects, suitable for every level of skill and interest. You'll find tables and chairs, boxes, trays and plaques, and much more, each given a specialized painting technique that turns everyday objects into unique works of art you'll be proud to show off to your friends and family. Instructions are accompanied by illustrations and color photography, so you'll be turning out professional-looking results in no time. These home decorating projects employ a variety of faux finishes, as well as stenciling, aging and other painting techniques that will allow you to create unforgettable accessories and gifts that will be treasured for years to come.
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If you love chandeliers, flowing draperies, and bric-a-brac--if you believe you were a Roman senator, a Gothic queen, or Madame de Pompadour in an earlier life or have fantasies of La Belle Époque or the Golden Age of Hollywood--The Paris Apartment is the decorating book for you. Claudia Strasser includes before-and-after pictures of real people's apartments, transformed from dark cracker boxes to intriguing showplaces. She gives shopping tips on finding the best furniture, how-to instructions on distressing and painting your flea-market finds, and ideas for choosing the period and colors that best suit your personality. Best of all, Strasser estimates the average cost of a no-holds-barred transformation to be $1,800 for an entire apartment, including furniture--less if you already have the furniture, are clever with your hands, are somewhat restrained in your taste, or live near the best flea markets. The Paris Apartment is the perfect combination of inspiration and instruction for budget-conscious glamour mavens on a budget.
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The Paris Apartment is a popular shop in New York's East Village, where visitors can step back in time and immerse themselves in the beauty and romance of antique furnishings. Reflecting an unusual mix of design influences (Baroque, rococo, neoclassical and Art Deco) and personal taste, its style is luxurious, playful, and wholly original.
In The Paris Apartment, Claudia Strasser, the founder and owner of the shop, offers readers the quintessential guide to achieving this romantic Parisian look without having to spend a fortune. With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful advice, she shows readers how they can transform their homes into a living environment that reflects both their personal style and timeless French elegance. Laid out in the form of an entertaining diary, the book helps Francophiles define their fantasy home, find inspiration, select a color palette and use light creatively. She also includes instructions for making canopies and valances; advice on dyeing fabrics and restyling furniture; tips on budgeting; guidance on shopping at flea markets and auctions; and a glossary of terms. Color photographs throughout illustrate the ideas and techniques shown in the book.
As interest in the home experiences a resurgence, and as Americans become more careful about their spending, nesting has become the pastime of the '90s. People want luxury homes without spending a fortune. With its unbeatable combination of style and solid practicality, The Paris Apartment is a home-decorating guide to treasure and draw inspiration from for many years to come.
Customer Reviews:
Of no value.......2007-04-03
This book has no interest for someone interested in decorating. Very boring, not enough photos. A real vanity book.
not what I expected.......2007-03-31
this has been on my want list for a year or more, and I finally found a copy at my library. I am SO glad I didn't buy this. It is way, way too overdone for my taste, and in no way does it reflect any element of french style that I've seen. I'd consider myself a francophile, but even Versailles looks restrained in comparison to Strasser's layers upon layers upon layers. I'd hate to clean in any of these rooms. There are some good ideas, like the rinceau treatment of the warehouse room turned parlor, but they were largely hidden under swaths of satin and clutter. I'd hoped for more depictions of true french designs.
Loved it! Don't Miss the Best Tip..........2007-01-19
I loved this book and have shared my copy more than I can remember so now I just purchase them for my good girlfriends. Beyond the practical 'how tos'' for any budget, I love the greater message that Ms. Stasser reveals. Each of us can create a beautiful, decadent, relaxing area for ourselves. I chose my bathroom tub(I did the beading), a freestanding vanity (that I ventured to the flea market for!) and a private telephone area for just me with an old fahioned telephone table and comfy chair and cuddly chenille throw. Each area has a few very beautiful trickets, smells great and has lush fabrics. My kids prohibit the truly frenchie from existing anywhere else. But, I bought some french cds and the kids listen to them in the car! I LOVE my spaces - they are transcenant - truly. I have my piece of The Paris Apartment.
Skip this book.......2007-01-14
The photos in this book are artistic, but not informative or helpful. Lots of text on basic design pricipals--so no new information. Basic pictures--and more of them--would have saved this book.
WASTEFUL.......2007-01-09
NOT AT ALL WHAT I EXPECTED. THE WEBSITE IS MORE INFORMATIVE THAN THE BOOK. I VISITED THE BOUTIQUE AND HAD A GREAT EXPERIENCE. EVERYTHING IN THERE IS BEAUTIFUL. HIGHLY RECOMMEND A VISIT BUT THE BOOK IS A TERRIBLE WASTE OF MONEY.
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