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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 641.5
EAN: 9780618329724
Edition: 1
ISBN: 0618329722
Label: Houghton Mifflin
Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 320
Publication Date: September 14, 2005
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Studio: Houghton Mifflin

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Editorial Review:

Product Description:
Having your friends over is no big deal when you have the perfect recipe, one that's not only foolproof but simple and that fits into your hectic schedule. In her new cookbook, Pam Anderson shares nearly 200 perfectly convenient dishes, including

* Lacy Cheddar Crisps -- An irresistible one-ingredient hors d'oeuvre, ready in 10 minutes.

* Oven-Barbecued Pork -- Slow-cooked for 10 to 12 hours. You literally make this one in your sleep.

* Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese -- When kids are coming, why not serve the best version of their favorite?

* Shish Kebabs -- Satisfy every guest, from vegetarians to carnivores, in the same meal. Six exciting flavoring pastes offer all the variety you need.

* Easy Baked Risotto -- Elegant and effortless, with many sumptuous variations, including seafood and vegetarian. You socialize while it cooks.

* Orange-Glazed Asparagus -- One of the most versatile side dishes imaginable. Ready in 8 relaxed minutes.

* Molten Chocolate Cakes -- 15 minutes to oozy decadence.

Every recipe comes with helpful suggestions on what to serve with the dish, how to vary it, how to take shortcuts, and how to make it ahead.




Rating: - The gift that keeps on giving!
I was given this cookbook as a gift by my boss two Christmases ago. I have used it constantly since then. The saucer sized oatmeal cookies recipe is used so often the pages are starting to show it!

I love Pam's writing style, and it's great that there are suggestions about which recipes to pair together to create a party that works with a theme of food. And of course, every single thing I've made from the book is delish!

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Rating: - Perfect every time
This book was a lucky find for me. It's difficult to find a book with recipes that turn out well the first time you make them but this book has saved me countless times when cooking for a crowd due to its recipes that are universally enjoyed (sometimes difficult to accomplish with a roomful of guests) and very easy to follow. I think the Strata might be my favorite so far. Highly recommended...

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Rating: - Great variety
This cookbook has a great variety of recipes (though it's light on vegetarian/vegan options) and solid advice for planning big meals. Many of the recipes are dressed up basics with very good instructions (not an eclectic cookbook). There are lots of options and the recipes range all over world cuisine.

The cookbook's most unique and useful feature is the commentary at the end of each recipe that includes shortcuts, variations, what to serve it with, how far ahead you can prepare it ... Read More

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Rating: - Makes entertaining less stressful
This book is a good tool for entertaining. You can make the meals as fun or fancy as you like. The author helps you put meals together, gives timing ideas and the recipes are very good. The Sloppy Joes are just delicious, everyone at our gathering LOVED them. I used many recipes for our Easter Brunch,and all were very tasty and completed mostly in advance. I have given this book to my daughter-in-laws and they have all used it and enjoyed it.

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Rating: - Clever book
This is a clever cookbook because it's written with lots of helpful hints and suggestions.
However, I did try the molten chocolate cakes and while the recipe is good, I would really like to know
how to use the paper muffin cups and remove them easily after the cakes are cooked. It doesn't work
and I'd love to know an alternative and/or a way to make them work.

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