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Food Books to Celebrate the Harvest


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Cover art for HARVEST
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Released: Oct. 1, 2012

"This could have been a fine book if the author's writing matched his energy."
From July to October 2011, Horan (Seeds, 2011, etc.) traveled to 10 owner-operated farms to take part in the harvesting of their crops; this is his flawed but enthusiastic and highly detailed report of that experience. Read full book review >
Cover art for THOMAS JEFFERSON'S CRÈME BRÛLÉE
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Released: Sept. 18, 2012

"A slim but tasty addition to the long list of Jefferson's accomplishments."
Craughwell (30 Days with the Irish Mystics, 2012, etc.) chronicles Jefferson's obsession with all things agricultural. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE MOM 100 COOKBOOK
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Released: April 3, 2012

"A straightforward approach to providing healthy meals at home."
A basic cookbook for the novice cook. Read full book review >
Cover art for 4 INGREDIENTS GLUTEN-FREE
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Released: March 27, 2012

"A basic cookbook that works for busy gluten-free families or those who are just embarking on a gluten-free diet."
McCosker and Bermingham (4 Ingredients: More than 400 Quick, Easy, and Delicious Recipes Using 4 or Fewer Ingredients, 2011, etc.) apply their four-ingredient recipe format to gluten-free cooking. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE PIONEER WOMAN COOKS
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Released: March 13, 2012

"A collection of basic recipes to guarantee a full belly and an empty plate."
Bestselling cookbook author Drummond (The Pioneer Woman: Black Heels to Tractor Wheels--A Love Story, 2011, etc.) returns with another compilation of mouthwatering recipes. Read full book review >
Cover art for JOY THE BAKER COOKBOOK
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Released: March 1, 2012

"A joyful, entertaining cookbook."
Wilson's debut cookbook carries the same exuberant, humorous tone as her popular blog, coupled with beautiful photographs of her one-of-a-kind recipes. Read full book review >
Cover art for HOME COOKING WITH JEAN-GEORGES
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Released: Nov. 1, 2011

"An endearing twist on the super-chef cookbook, geared toward creative home cooks who want to explore new tastes."
Rediscover the joy in home cooking along with star chef Vongerichten (Asian Flavors of Jean-Georges, 2007, etc.). Read full book review >
Cover art for VEGAN PIE IN THE SKY
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Released: Nov. 1, 2011

"More than just a niche guide, this mouthwatering collection of desserts will satisfy even the most reluctant reader."
The icons of hip vegan cuisine tackle the heavyweight champ of American dessert: pie. Read full book review >
Cover art for MOLTO BATALI
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Released: Oct. 25, 2011

"Exciting recipes and meal-planning advice from an institution of classic Italian fare."
Batali (Molto Gusto, 2010, etc.) offers a collection of recipes focusing on simple, delicious, seasonal food. Read full book review >