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Books 81 to 100 of 326 - American (USA)

Betty Crocker Heart Healthy Cookbook  by Betty Crocker

Hardback,  256 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

The Sourdough Bread Bowl Cookbook: For Parties, Holiday Celebrations, Family Gatherings, and Everyday Meals  by John Vrattos and Lisa Messinger
Gourmet chef John Vrattos and bestselling food writer Lisa Messinger guide the reader through the process of carving out a bread bowl and filling it with dozens and dozens of recipes. Includes dishes specially developed by San Francisco's top chefs

Paperback,  148 pp,  $20.95. Buy now

The Fearless Chef  by Andy Husbands, Joe Yonan
Innovative recipes from the edge of American cuisine. Many are from popular New England restaurants. The chapter titles say it all: 1 - Prep Work: Sauces, Spice Rubs, Salsas, and Chutneys. 2 - First Things First: Appetizers. 3 - A Toss-Up: Salads. 4 - Bowled Over: Soups. 5 - Made for Each Other: Rice and Beans. 6 - Going Green: Vegetables. 7 - Deep Thoughts: Seafood. 8 - Carnivore Galore: Meat and Poultry. 9 - On the Rise: Baked Goods. 10 - Sweet Nothings: Desserts. 11 - With a Twist: Cocktails.

Paperback,  320 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

America's Founding Food  by Keith W.F. Stavely and Kathleen Fitzgerald
From baked beans to apple cider, from clam chowder to pumpkin pie, this culinary history reveals the origins of New England foods and cookery. It chronicles the region's cuisine from the English settlers' first encounter with Indian corn in the 17th century to the nostalgic marketing of New England dishes in the first half of the 20th century

,  456 pp,  $54.95. Buy now

BLACK HUNGER, SOUL FOOD AND AMERICA  by DORIS WITT
Using the history of "Aunt Jemima" as a springboard for exploring the relationship between food and African Americans, "Black Hunger" focuses on debates over soul food since the 1960s to illuminate tensions between whites and blacks, and within the black community itself

Paperback,  304 pp,  $26.95. Buy now

Lobel's Prime Cuts  by Stanley Lobel, Leon Lobel and Evan Lobel & others and others
From the famous Lobel family of butchers comes a cookbook that finally offers recipes that showcase how to get the most flavours from today's leaner cuts of meat. From New York City's first family in butchers - the Lobel's - comes 130 new recipes showcasing how to get the most from the leaner and smaller cuts of meat and poultry common in today's markets. These world-class butchers understand better than anyone what today's meat lovers are looking for and what is available to them. Prime Cuts shows them what to do with it once they get it home. The recipes serve up a wide range of cooking styles and flavours from grilled steak with horseradish butter and braised ribs in ginger beer to spicy ground chicken kebabs and slow-roasted lamb in a p

Hardback,  248 pp,  $45.00. Buy now

American  by Rick Rodgers
Recipes from every region of the country accompany advice on planning and preparing an entire full-course meal that capitalizes on a wide variety of ingredients. Among the 42 recipes are Buffalo Chicken Wings, Chesapeake Crab Cakes, Short Rib and Beer Stew, and Bourbon Pecan Pie. 100 color photos

,  120 pp,  $23.95. Buy now

The First Jewish-American Cookbook  by Esther Levy
A remarkable culinary and historical document that offers housekeeping and domestic management advice, as well as daily menu suggestions, a Jewish calendar, and a selection of medical and household recipes. Delicious and economical, the recipes feature ingredients readily available to modern cooks, with instructions that are abundantly clear

,  200 pp,  $13.95. Buy now

Cooking Healthy Across America  by American Dietetic Association
A new guide to healthy eating from the American Dietetic Association features more than three hundred recipes for appetizers, entrees, side dishes, and desserts, including Hearty Maine Fish Chowder, Cinnamon Raisin Apple Indian Pudding and Smoky Holler Fried.

Hardback,  648 pp,  $62.95. Buy now

Amy Willcock's AGA Seasons  by Amy Willcock
Amy Willcock's Aga Seasons will show you how to cook and enjoy produce at its best. In spring, Amy brings you classics such as Roast new season lamb and Baked custard with roasted. The summer recipes are perfect for long hot days and balmy evenings, making the most of seafood (Sea bass with courgette, mint and basil), vegetables (Baby beetroot roasted with marjoram) and preserving jam. Autumn brings delicious Pumpkin pie, and enables you to make the most of a glut of blackberries. Ward off the chill in winter with oysters wrapped in pancetta, Parpadelle with cavolo nero and garlic cream sauce, roasted goose with braised chicory and Hot buttered rum pudding. Note: these are US seasons and recipes may have to be adjusted for Australia.

Hardback,  196 pp,  $48.95. Buy now

African-American Heritage Cookbook  by C. Tillery
A sumptuous cookbook that traces the history, heritage, and distinct flavors of regional African-American cooking includes memories and literary passages intended to honor the Tuskegee Institute, as well as more than two hundred recipes for traditional Southern dishes. Reprint.

Paperback,  224 pp,  $23.95. Buy now

Cat Cora's Kitchen  by Cat Cora, Ann Krueger Spivack, Maren Caruso and others
Cat Cora is the perfect companion in the kitchen to help create meals and memories to share and remember. With recipes inspired by Cat's Greek heritage and her roots in the American South, honed by her experiences in restaurants in France and California, Cat Cora's Kitchen shines with simplicity and flavour. These dishes tempt palates with specialties such as freshly baked Spanakopita, the traditional Greek favorite of spinach, dill, and feta in pastry, and savoury chicken stew, redolent of wine, garlic, and cinnamon. Desserts are also not-to-be-missed, with treats such as the Orange-Scented Almond Cookies or an unusual rolled version of Baklava. With photographs throughout, these elegant dishes will leave everyone asking for the recipe.

Paperback,  204 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

Fast Food My Way  by Jacques Pepin
Jacques Pepin is a well known TV chef in the USA. With concise, clear directions, Jacques shares the secrets of his kitchen. He teaches you how to season a salmon fillet perfectly and cook it in a low oven, right on the serving platter. You'll learn how to make a satisfying homemade vegetable soup in seconds, a baked potato in half the usual time, and a succulent roast that takes minutes, not hours, to prepare. He also shows you how to create elegant meals from convenience foods: a bean dip that will keep guests coming back for more, silky soups, and caramelized peaches made from canned peaches. With Jacques P�pin Fast Food My Way at your side, the best food is always the simplest.

Hardback,  240 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Arthur Avenue Cookbook: Recipes and Memories from the Real Little Italy  by Ann Volkwein
Arthur Avenue is an Italian- American street in the Bronx, New York. The providores, restauranteurs and bar owners on this stretch collected their culinary wisdom into this book and the result is a fascinating insight into the food and culture of this Italian enclave. There are plenty of great recipes, tall tales and true about the neighbourhood's characters and plenty of local colour and history.

Hardback,  224 pp,  $48.95. Buy now

SAVORING THE SEASONS OF THE NORTHERN HEARTLAND  by Beth Dooley and Lucia Watson
Embracing the traditional cooking of the diverse peoples of the Upper Midwest--from the Ojibwe and Dakota to the immigrant communities of Norwegians, Swedes, Germans, Italians, and Hmong--Beth Dooley and Lucia Watson present more than two hundred recipes for the modern kitchen. With this inspiring array of recipes, you can start with Radish and Cucumber Salad, feast on Grilled Coho Salmon with Lemon-Ginger Marinade, and then top it off with the Best Sugar Cookies. "Savoring the Seasons of the Northern Heartland is sprinkled with historical photographs and the lively stories behind recipes handed down for generations

Paperback,  416 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

The Taste of the Season: Inspired Recipes for Fall and Winter   by Diane Rossen Worthington and Noel Barnhurst
Author Diane Worthington knows that with the arrival of cooler climes come cozier cravings. A collection of 75 hearty recipes. Spicy chicken gumbo, tangy short ribs - nothing makes a house a home more than a kitchen filled with the aromas of good cooking. These are dishes that fit easily into today�s busy lives. Roast Duck with Lavender Honey Sauce can be cooking in the oven while the cook is out enjoying the colorful fall foliage. Hearty Lentil Soup with Grilled Sweet and Hot Italian Sausages is equally satisfying before or after skiing. And a slice of Toasted Coconut Cake or Mocha Truffle Tart is the perfect ending to any mid-winter meal. Note: this is a US title, and seasonal ingredients may not be the same as those in Australia.

Paperback,  180 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

BBQ USA  by Steven Raichlen
Steven Raichlen embarks on a quest to find the soul of American barbecue, from barbecue belt classics to the grilling genius of backyards, tailgate parties, competitions, and local restaurants. In 450 recipes covering every state as well as Canada and Puerto Rico, BBQ USA celebrates the best of regional live-fire cooking. Finger-lickin' or highfalutin; smoked, rubbed, mopped, or pulled; cooked in minutes or slaved over all through the night, this book is where fire meets obsession. Accompanying the recipes are hundreds of tips, techniques, sidebars, and pit stops. It's a coast-to-coast extravaganza, from soup (grilled, chilled, and served in shooters) to nuts (yes, barbecued peanuts, from Kentucky).

Paperback,  608 pp,  $30.95. Buy now

El Faro  by James Campbell Caruso
A delicious array of more than 120 recipes from Santa Fe's popular El Farol restaurant includes a variety of soups, stews, hot and cold tapas, main courses, desserts, and helpful wine suggestions, all of which blend the cultural traditions of New Mexico with the flavorful culinary heritage of Spain

Hardback,  160 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Cooking USA: 50 Favorite Recipes From Across America  by Georgia Orcutt and John Margolies
Cooking USA spans the 50 states, offering 50 recipes guaranteed to stir up as much nostalgia as fabulous food. Louisiana Chicken Gumbo, Maryland Crab Cakes, Washington Apple Dumplings -- each state offers its own scrumptious slice of America. Full of fun facts (Who knew Delaware was home to the world's largest frying pan? Or that Oregon is the number one blackberry producer in the U.S.?) plus colorful artwork reminiscent of small-town life of yesteryear, this collection of regional flavors truly celebrates the tastes of the States. Join Georgia Orcutt and John Margolies on a cross-country culinary journey to find all the delicious possibilities.

Hardback,  128 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

Great Old-fashioned American Desserts  by Beatrice Ojakangas

Paperback,  304 pp,  $26.95. Buy now