The holiday shopping season officially began last Friday, and we’re celebrating with another giveaway. This time we’re offering a little something from our kitchen, my five cook books—The Perfect Recipe
As you think about who might like the books, here’s a brief description. The Perfect Recipe and CookSmart are little culinary detective stories where I take on classic American comfort dishes like brownies, cheesecake, chicken potpie, chili, ribs, lasagna, and chocolate cake. As I systematically test my way to perfection, I share what worked and what didn’t. A great read for people who enjoy cookbooks, but the recipes are for anyone who loves to cook.
Know anyone who has trouble making weeknight dinner? How to Cook without a Book will free them from recipes, teaching easy-to-master techniques and formulas so they learn to cook with what’s around and what’s in season.
Perfect Recipes For Having People Over is for those who want to start having fun at their own parties. Not only are there appealing recipes for all occasions, but answers to the questions you want to know–what to serve with the dish, how far ahead it can be made, and even what to do with leftovers.
Many cooks need to shed a few pounds. As someone who’s lost and kept off 45 pounds for nearly 5 years, I share what works in The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight and Eating Great.
To win signed copies of each of these books, simply complete the following sentence. “This holiday season I will (or will not)…”
Posting deadline is this Sunday, December 6th at 11:59 PM Eastern Time with winners announced no later than 6:00 PM Eastern Time on Monday, December 7th.
Do something nice to someone I don’t know.
This holiday season, I will give away more cookies than I eat.
Pear-Hazelnut Crisp in USA WEEKEND Nov. 13-15, 2009
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is the best recipe i’ve had in a very long time. The flavors and textures combine in a heavenly way. I’m not a person who likes sweets that much (i’m a grease and salt weakling), but I could eat the whole pan of this—my hint = serve warm with ice cream, and if you are really decadent, heavy whipped cream atop the ice cream. WOW!!! i’ve given the recipe to everyone i know. Thank you for a taste treat!!
This holiday season I will try to stay ahead of the game so that I can enjoy the holidays with my family and not running around like a chicken with its head cut off!