I've heard of people ';Cooking the books';, how is this done and do you have a recipe?

Kind regards





Elric;-)I've heard of people ';Cooking the books';, how is this done and do you have a recipe?
Hi Elric;-) Crooking the Book's:: They Crook on the Elders and the weak, and on the poor, , they add extract expensives to your taxes, and pocketed 80% of your ernings. they lived a double standard life, have buddies under the table to pick up the crums of the left over where your dogs won't get to eat them.. they recipes, are Government that cannot live within its means,, and most of all when your children and grand-children grow up, they will have to pay money that they won't have..... It’s bad enough that the Beltway Bandits steal our retirement, health care, and other entitlement surplus overpayments for invasions and pork, but adding interest merely to support the false idea that they only “borrowed” the money is the greatest crime of all.





In short, we would be better off if the pirates just stole the money and ran off to build their Empire, conduct invasions, and protect themselves behind a wall of false security..... ..Elric this is a good Question ?? This is what Crooking the Book is all about... Peace.


I've heard of people ';Cooking the books';, how is this done and do you have a recipe?
Cooking the Books .. well now looks like all the financial institutions and insurance companies have had some really great recipes Secret recipes handed down only to their best buddies too ..they worked really well and all the top execs loved them they all sailed away on their yachts and left all the dirty dishes, mess, and the big stew pot behind!
Bro'





To ';cook the books'; means to falsify your figures. It may be in any direction. Either ( for example to lure investors ) to show a profit when you are loosing money, or ( for example to your tax inspectors ) to show a loss when you are making too much money.





Nothin' much to do with the kitchen ... at least not with food.
1 accountant - slightly bent. (an accounts clerk will do, also bent)


1 boss - not too fresh and crisp.


1 confident personality.


1 bank account - preferably in a false name.





Mix together and hope you swing it.





In the event of failure, a passport or at least a good pair of running shoes may be added.






depends, apparently if u r ';laundering money'; you add in more than ur income, if u r trying to rip off the tax man u lower ur income...
Its actually 'crooking the books' not 'cooking the books'
take one freshly shot novel.


add 2 sports pages~lightly simmer stirring rapidly with the times finance page.


serve on a layer of critics with a side salad of the garden news.


hope this helps
Change the entries to make it look like a profit has been made,When in reality they have made a loss.
haha, very funny!
Ha Ha Ha. Get a good accountant

What are some good books that deal with food and cooking/baking that is in a story format not recipes?

I'm not 100% sure what you are looking for, but I would suggest Like Water For Chocolate by Laura Esquivel.What are some good books that deal with food and cooking/baking that is in a story format not recipes?
Check out the book Chocolate by Joanne Harris. Report Abuse
What are some good books that deal with food and cooking/baking that is in a story format not recipes?
You might find this one interesting -- ';Lutece: A Day in the Life of America's Greatest Restaurant ';. I read it and I liked it.
books by MFK Fisher


or


Anthony Bourdain





these are true, but well written and read like stories.
Crime Brulee by Nancy Fairbanks. Good murder mystery, sprinkled with Cajun recipes.
there are several writer who put food and cooking in their mysteries. Off hand, I can only think of Tamar Myers, and she has a bunch of them out there..they are funny and good stories.





I just did a quick search on Google ';mystery and cooking'; and came up with a huge list of books on Amazon, mysteries/suspense, and all have cooking in them.





Have a ball

I need the recipe for connelloni that was featured in the time life books cooking of Italy?

I think you mean Cannelloni... I don't know the recipe featured in the time like books cooking of Italy, but here's one similar to it:





Italian Baked Cannelloni





INGREDIENTS


1/2 cup olive oil


1 pound lean ground beef


1 onion, thinly sliced


1/4 teaspoon dried sage


1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary


salt to taste


1/2 cup white wine


12 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed


2 egg yolks





4 tablespoons butter


4 tablespoons all-purpose flour


2 cups milk





2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes


1 onion, thinly sliced


2 tablespoons butter


1/2 cup white wine


salt and pepper to taste


12 cannelloni pasta shells





DIRECTIONS


To make the Cannelloni Filling: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm oil and saute ground beef with the onion, sage and rosemary; cook until meat is evenly browned and crumbly. Add salt and 1/2 cup white wine; cook until wine is evaporated.


To make the Bechamel sauce: Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir until well incorporated. Stir in milk and bring to a slow boil until mixture thickens. Stir into the meat mixture and mix well. Stir in the mozzarella and egg yolks; set aside.


In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter and saute onion until soft and translucent. Add 1/2 cup white wine and let it cook down to evaporate; add tomato and salt. Mix well; simmer for 15 minutes.


Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, a few at a time, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; using a slotted spoon, remove immediately to a pot filled with cold water. Lift pasta out with slotted spoon and arrange on a flat surface.


Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).


Spoon a line of filling into each shell, starting from one end and using your finger to push the filling inside of each shell. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, place cannelloni and cover with tomato mixture.


Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until heated through; when finished baking, allow to stand for 5 minutes and serve.

Paula,Please let me come watch you cook!I cook with kids,with the recipe's from your books.we really enjoy it.

I watch all yorur shows,even the re-runs!My Brother inlaw lives in Savannah,and does work for your son's.After My Wonderful Mother's Death,I promised myself I would do something for myself she would be proud of.I would Love to bring my niece,God-Daughter with me to one of youe shows...She is four years old ,and just loves to help me cook.at a resturant I work at ,';The Net';,North End Tavern';in Parkersburg,Wva.


She will come into the resturant,put on an appron,pull over a stool and say ';What can I do Aunt Angie';She loves to help do the dishs,(Got to love that...)she say's she want to work the ';Shower';To rinse the dishs.


I have had (6)hips surgeries,and (3))heart attacks,and died twice.Cooking is the drug of my choice,and what keeps me going!!!!Please consider my request.Thank you ,Angela Christina Octavia Coffey.My niece's name is ,Madiline Grace Marie Martin. Brother inlaw's name is Jim Lilly.......Good Eats to you!!Paula,Please let me come watch you cook!I cook with kids,with the recipe's from your books.we really enjoy it.
Shouldn't you be sending this to her show? Try the Food Network.

cream

I live on my own and like cooking. Can anyone recommend any good websites or recipe books for one person?

(I do really mean cooking, not just microwaving ready meals or really basic student cooking - its really hard trying to divide recipes that are designed for 4 or 6 people!)





Thanks


Marie-EI live on my own and like cooking. Can anyone recommend any good websites or recipe books for one person?
I NEVER cook for one person even though I live by myself. I'll cook and put the extras into zip look baggies and freeze those puppies and they never go to waste! A whole roast chicken is good for two.


You don't tell anybody what you like - Italian, Mexican, spicy or bland.


.I live on my own and like cooking. Can anyone recommend any good websites or recipe books for one person?
Hello food lover...


have you checked out some of Charlie Trotters books, their amazing...http://topchefs.chef2chef.net/recipes/tr鈥?/a>


They go for about $98 each but are worth it.





Here are some sites for good recipes...


http://allrecipes.com/


http://www.foodtv.ca/
go to www.recipezaar.com..........they have every kind of recipe!
You can get some of my recipes from my site
Cooking for one is really hard to do , to the point where it's very questionable whether or not it's actually worth the cost and effort .


Converting recipes is basically straightforward stuff once somebody has shown you how to do it correctly.


The problem becomes that at a single serving portion size , the recipes are all going to contain bastard numbers and may very well be impossible to actually make as one portion


Out of necessity therefore, portions have to increased so they are make-able .


One of three things will happen after that :


You will eat more than you intended to.


You will throw out more than you intended to


or You will have a lot of left-overs that hopefully you will some day eat .


To further complicate this problem


is the reality of shopping. Unless you are fortunate enough to have a store where you can buy food in single serving sizes including herbs and spices you will wind up wasting a lot of food.


The reason that single people wind up eating in restaurants is not that they can't cook ; it's just that after all is said and done it's simply not worth it to do so.
cooks.com


cooksrecipes.com


copykat.com
reluctantgourmet.com = amazing
Delia Smith - ';Cooking for one';
http://allecipes.com
Hey!





In additon to allrecipes.com try out these to which have some specific tips for cooking for one:


http://www.bhg.com/bhg/category.jsp?cate鈥?/a>


http://www.7cblogs.com/cooking/


http://homecooking.about.com/library/arc鈥?/a>





Here are a list of books on amazon:


http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search鈥?/a>





Good luck and bon appetit!
go to foodgeeks.com, they have many recipes, and a little box on the side where you can put how many servings you want, and it adjusts the ingredient quantities on the recipe!
believe it or not foodtv.com has some great tried and tested recipes.
www.allrecipes.com





You can adjust the recipe down to just one serving and it will calculate everything for you!
foodnetwork.com or kraftfoods.com. Pillsbury.com also.
i think delia smith online has a section on cooking for one. hope this helps.
cook meal as it is then freeze whats left over 4 anther day

What's the best way of cooking your baby's meal? And recipe book?

My daughter is now almost 9 months old and she's having proper food (instead of horrible jarred). yesterday she had cod fillet and fresh tomatoes and it was easy to cook. But what if I want to cook a slice of beef? I will then cut it in very small pieces and serve it with carrots and sweet corn but I'm not sure. You can't really steam beef, can you?


Also I recently bought Annabel Karmel recipe book. Is it really safe to cook baby food using butter? She seems to use butter a lot in her recipes...is this right?What's the best way of cooking your baby's meal? And recipe book?
If she's eating regular table food, then offer her regular table food. Cook meals for yourself, cut up a portion for baby, and put it on her tray.





(Or, if you are making something for yourself that is completely inappopriate, either offer her whatever parts of the meal ARE appropriate (she doesn't need complete balanced meal at every sitting), or make up something simple for her (yogurt, a handful of cheese, crackers, etc.). Except for honey, if she can gum it up, she can eat it.





Butter is fine. Oil is fine. Spices are fine. (And yes, you can steam beef, but I can't see any real reason to do so.) What's the best way of cooking your baby's meal? And recipe book?
Check out www.wholesomebabyfood.com and www.wholesometoddlerfood.com. Both have a lot of great finger food tips and recipes. And they are FREE! Can't beat that.





I had each of my kids on ';regular'; table food by 9 months. I just separate out their portion prior to adding spices. This got them used to my cooking early on while also saving tons of money over ready-prepared jar foods.
Her book is fab!! Yes, they need the fats in whole milk, cheese, etc etc so no harm done (watch out for the salt in butter though) I used to liquidise a lot of meaty meals - leave a few bits for her to get used to the texture, but its easier to eat for her pureed.

Where to buy books on islamic/halal meals -- recipes? or meals that the prophet liked or that his wives cooked?

where to buy books on islamic/halal meals? or meals that the prophet liked or that his wives cooked?Where to buy books on islamic/halal meals -- recipes? or meals that the prophet liked or that his wives cooked?
In the fictional cookbooks specializing in meaningless dietary restrictions section of your local bookstore.Where to buy books on islamic/halal meals -- recipes? or meals that the prophet liked or that his wives cooked?
You should be able to find them on line at amazon.com


also barns and nobles or a local book store hope this helps!
buy any cook book, and use halal meat O.o
I had a meal prepared my Muslims last week: Mighty tasty but mighty greasy.

Please help! I'm looking for recipe books or websites that center around natural cooking?

I'm trying to bring my diet from a mostly processed one to one that deals more with natural foods. I'm not talking about a raw diet, but a vegetarian one is okay and the goal.


Also, any book that talks about the health issues and benefits from natural diets would be great.


Thanks for your recommendations.Please help! I'm looking for recipe books or websites that center around natural cooking?
You will couple of interesting cooking books at: http://www.booksvariety.com/category/coo鈥?/a>





All the best





KhurrumPlease help! I'm looking for recipe books or websites that center around natural cooking?
A total vegetarian diet is not good for you.


Andie

Recipe For Sam Sterns Bread From The Book 'Get Cooking'?

Does anyone have the recipe for Sam Sterns Bread (Cottage Loaf) from his book 'Get Cooking'. I am at university and I left the book at home.





ThanksRecipe For Sam Sterns Bread From The Book 'Get Cooking'?
Hey ilikeeatingchicken!





I do not have this book in my collection, but have been searching for the recipe (have a couple friends that may have this as well, and will update this post if they have it). Wanted to make sure you were not referring to Sam's pizza dough recipe, as I do have that. If not, is there anything else you can recall about the Cottage Bread recipe ... ie., does it contain ';cottage cheese';, spices/seeds/herbs, and if so, are there any other ingredients you recall?

Are there any good recipe books on authentic Pakistani cooking?

I have general knowledge on how to make curries etc (my parents are Pakistani), but I'd like to learn advanced recipes, and I would like to make the dishes from scratch (not spice mixes). I have some Indian cookbooks, but the recipes are not typical for Pakistani households. Does anyone have recommendations of good books?Are there any good recipe books on authentic Pakistani cooking?
i believe there is a cookbook called.......


a collection of favorite recipes from pakistan...





meanwhile, you may want to check out the following link for a few recipes......





http://www.recipezaar.com/recipes/pakist鈥?/a>





Good Eating............... :)

cream

I need a recipe for a waffle mix....my cook books are packed in boxes. Thank You!?

Here you go. Enjoy!





Waffles





Ingredients


路1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour


路2 tablespoons sugar


路1 tablespoon baking powder


路1/4 teaspoon salt


路2 eggs


路1-3/4 cups milk


路1/2 cup cooking oil or butter, melted


路1 teaspoon vanilla





Directions


1. In a medium bowl stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in center of flour mixture; set aside.


2. In another medium bowl beat eggs slightly; stir in milk, oil, and vanilla. Add egg mixture all at once to flour mixture. Stir just until moistened (batter should be slightly lumpy).


3. Pour 1 to 1 1/4 cups batter onto grids of a preheated, lightly greased waffle baker (use a regular or Belgian waffle baker). Close lid quickly; do not open until done. Bake according to manufacturer?s directions. When done, use a fork to lift waffle off grid. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve warm.


4. Makes 12 to 16 (4-inch) wafflesI need a recipe for a waffle mix....my cook books are packed in boxes. Thank You!?
I just made my 2 wks batch of belgian waffle this morning. My recipe will yield 16 belgian waffles. Usually I eat one and freeze the other 15. Here it is:





4 cups plain flour


2 tsp. baking soda


2 tsp. baking power


1 table spoon corn starch (just to help make the outside crispier)


1 tsp. salt


4 table spoons extra-fine sugar (optional)


1 table spoon vanilla extract


2 eggs, separated


2 1/2 cups milk


1/2 stick unsalted butter, melted





Prepare and preheat the waffle irons/machine as directed. Combine the flour with the baking soda, baking power, salt, sugar and corn starch. (If you like your waffles light and airy then sift the combined ingredients.) Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the egg yolks, milk, melted butter and vanilla extract. Gradually work into the flour using whisk or wooden spoon. In a grease-free bowl, whisk the egg white until stiff (I usually use the electric mixer to do this job). Carefully fold it into the batter using the wooden spoon. Now you're ready to make your waffles!I need a recipe for a waffle mix....my cook books are packed in boxes. Thank You!?
here is the waffle recipe that i use..its great...enjoy


2 cups all-purpose flour


2 tablespoons sugar


1 tablespoon baking powder


1/2 teaspoon salt


1 3/4 cups low-fat milk


6 tablespoons vegetable oil


2 large eggs


Add dry ingredients to mixing bowl and stir to mix well.


Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.


Let batter sit for 5 minutes before using.


Use less than you think on your 1st waffle, spreading batter with a non-stick spatula. Batter spreads and rises, so you don't want to overfill your waffle iron.


Cook until done--varies depending on temperature of your waffle iron.





and if you like bananas...you must try these!


1 1/2 cups flour


1/2 cup yellow cornmeal


1 tablespoon baking powder


1/4 teaspoon salt


1 1/4 cups milk


3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted


3 large eggs, separated


2 large ripe bananas, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces


3 tablespoons sugar


1 tablespoon light brown sugar


1 small banana, sliced into discs for topping


Preheat oven to 350掳 and preheat waffle iron.


Place pecans in a pie plate or on a baking sheet and spread out so that they are not touching. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly toasted and golden. Remove from oven and let cool. Coarsely chop and set aside. Reduce oven temperature to 225掳.


In a large mixing bowl, whisk flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, mix milk, melted butter and egg yolks. Slowly stir the liquid into the dry ingredients until JUST moistened - lumps are okay. Fold the 1/2'; banana pieces into the batter.


In a clean bowl with a hand mixer, beat or whisk the egg whites at medium speed until frothy. Increase the speed to high and beat or whisk until firm peaks form and hold their shape. Sprinkle both sugars in bowl and beat or whisk until the whites are stiff and glossy. Fold the whites into the batter until no streaks remain.


Oil, spray or butter the waffle iron. Ladle batter onto each section of the grid rather than placing it in the middle. The grids should be full but not overflowing, or the batter will seep out the sides of the iron when the top is closed. Bake until the waffle is golden, about 6 minutes, depending on the iron. Carefully lift the lid; if the waffles resist at all, they need a bit more cooking time. Transfer the waffle to an oven rack to keep warm. Continue to cook the remaining batter in 3 batches. There should be no need to re-grease the iron between waffles.
Great-Grandmother's Pancake/Waffle Batter





Handed down in my family for generations. It's meant to be refrigerated overnight. However, if you must have your pancakes *now*, measure the baking powder in slightly rounded teaspoons instead of leveled off. Let the batter sit on the counter at room temp until it starts bubbling, to be sure that the necessary chemical reaction is taking place. It's very easy to 'draw' simple shapes as you pour the batter. Children adore hearts, stars, their initials, etc.


by highcotton





3-4 servings 10 min 5 min prep





1 cup all-purpose flour


1 teaspoon salt


3 teaspoons baking powder


1 cup milk


1 egg


2 tablespoons vegetable oil





High Calcium Pancakes %26amp; Waffles





Mix dry ingredients well.


Add wet ingredients one at a time, in order listed, stirring well after each addition.


Mixture will probably still be a little lumpy-- as long as flour is fully incorporated, this is not a problem.


Cover batter and refrigerate overnight.


Preheat ungreased electric skillet or griddle to 400 degrees.


Spoon pancake batter into skillet.


(We like them'silver dollar' size-- about 2 tablespoons of batter).


Cook until bubbles on the top disappear and bottom is nicely-browned and can be lifted easily with a spatula (approximately 3 minutes).


Flip, and cook on other side until done.


The batter is also wonderful for waffles-- just follow manufacturer's instructions regarding the setting to use, the volume your waffle iron will hold, etc.


Serve hot, with butter and syrup (or sugar, or powdered sugar, or molasses, or sorghum, or fruit or whatever turns your tastebuds on
No offense, but enter waffles in your search engine. This will bring you many recipes. I think you have a computer?
I have a great one that uses yeast.





200-220 grams of flour (one cup is 120 grams)


7 grams of dry yeas (one packet)


280 ml of milk (a little over a cup), warm


1 egg


2 tsp vanilla sugar (can use 1-2 tsp of vanilla extract)


2-3 tablespoons of butter





Place flour in a bowl, make a well inside it. Place yeast and a little milk into the well. Leave until yeast activates (5-10 minutes). Add rest of milk and sugar. Mix well and leave to rise for ten minutes. Take the egg yolk and mix with cooled butter. Add to the rest of dough and mix. Leave for twenty minutes to rise. Beat egg white and fold in. Bake waffles in a preheated waffle iron.








These are from France (Namur). The picture is on the source website provided =) Those are really the best waffles I have had.

How can I develop interest in cooking? everything seems to go wrong for me even when i follow the recipe book?

Maybe you've got the wrong book! Many recipes are very simple and don't even need a recipe book. I've been cooking for about 40 years (yikes I';m old) I started very simply by helping someone else, mainly my mom. I think you'd probably enjoy working with the right cooking partner, someone who could teach you but not be all stressed and worried about perfection.





Is there something you really love to eat, that you especially enjoy when you go out to eat or are with your family? Do you love the desserts, the bread, the main dish? I love to make desserts but you might enjoy something else. Are you a food person? Do you really enjoy eating? Do you like beautiful food? healthy foods?





I like to garden to get healthy good quality foods. Gardening has led me to learn to can, to freeze and even to dry things. But the gardening came first. This year I grew herbs and now I have to learn how to use all those exotic sensual smells in my foods; like cilantro, fresh parsley, dill, thyme, sage.... do you have a favorite food smell? gotta go it's late but hang in there. Homemade food is wonderful but it does take practice.





You could think of a simple food item that you would like to give as a gift to someone you love; or for Christmas gifts. Make it simple and with love and when you're appreciated and they rave about ';it'; you'll want to do it again. You could do simple fudge; condensed milk, chocolate chips or even melt almond bark in the microwave and dip pretzels, raisins, - even store bought cookies good luck and have a good night.How can I develop interest in cooking? everything seems to go wrong for me even when i follow the recipe book?
My biggest question is what are you trying to make? Start out simple and expand from that. In culinary school we were taught the basics before we ever learned how to do anything really complex. You might be able to check out a textbook from your local library to help you.How can I develop interest in cooking? everything seems to go wrong for me even when i follow the recipe book?
Start with easy recipes to build up your confidence.
If your not interested its not your thing. That doesn't mean its a bad thing its just not your interest.


things you can do...


ask friends for very simple recipes, and see them make it.


like above sign up for classes (but don't spend alot of money)


look for prepackaged frozen meals


use a crock pot. (trust me, you put it in raw, turn it on, and hopurs later its done. fool proof and typical good)


pay a friend to cook for you (I have a friend that HATES cooking. she comes over eats...and later on give me money after the fact. works great, I love to cook....and I don't worry about the food going bad)
honestly, cooking comes from the heart and soul


if cooking if not in your spirit then yu may as well not do it because everything should be made with love


ihave a natural talent in cookinq and i am only 14


i've been cooking every since I was 7.


iwas never forced, but it has become a natural type of thing that ilove to do. always remember, cookinq is not for everyone.good luck though and may God bless you.
Hi,


You must try the easy ones out first. Make differents sandwiches using various shapes of breads and sreads. Then slowy move on to litghter cooking such as rice variety with vagatables in it. There on develop your interest in cooking more challenging dishes.


Am sure you are going to get hooked to cooking !


Check my site for easy and simlpe cooking


www.litebite.in
I'm sorry to hear that because cooking is so much fun for me. BUt if you are having a hard time, start with stuff that is easy, and commit yourself to following recipes until you know more. You also might want to brush up on your measuring skills, so you are really getting the right amount of ingredients.





You may benefit from a buddy who is a good cook. See if they will let you hang out while THEY are cooking, and ask tons of questions. Your fav word should be WHY? Why do I salt the pasta water? Why do I preheat the pan? Knowing the reason for doing things certain ways helps you make the right decision in a non-specific recipe, or when you are cooking without a recipe.





With regard to learning about food and cooking, there are different ';bodies'; of information. The good news is that much of it is similar, and once you learn a little bit, it can be applied to a lot of improv situations.





For example...there are food families. If you know about oranges, you know a great deal about all the citrus fruits. If you know how to cook a pot of pinto beans, you know how to cook a pot of northern beans.





There are also similar cooking techniques. If you know how to roast something, you can roast anything.





There is also a basic set of equipment and the simpler and more versatile the better! If you know how to use and take care of your gear, then you are in great shape to cook because you use the tools that give you the outcome you want.





There are classic flavor pairings. Knowing this gives you a leg up on cultural cooking, and working with things like cheese, meats, herbs and wine. Ultimately it is about balance in your flavors.





Keeping this in mind when it comes to food and cooking, you can always learn a little tidbit and apply it more than one way. You will not be intimidated by the millions of different ingredients out there because you know that no matter what you stumble into, you probably know something about how to prepare it, either because you have used a similar ingredient, a similar cooking method, or a similar tool, or because you know what that country's food is famous for.
I say invite a few girlfriends over, open a bottle of wine and don't get overly concerned about following the recipe to a ';t';. Just try to relax and have fun. Once you've turned out that tasty, first meal, you will be more motivated to try something else. Over time, you might find yourself searching for the difficult stuff!?!?!?! Best of luck!
Sign up for a basic cooking coarse at your local community centre. Once you have the basics down pat, then following a recipe and getting it right will be alot easier. If you know someone that cooks good, ask them to give you a few lessons

My business is in trouble and i need ';To Cook The Books'; Has anybody got a good recipe?

Drizzle lightly with paraffin. Apply match. Pack bag ready for prison.My business is in trouble and i need ';To Cook The Books'; Has anybody got a good recipe?
Don't. It's not worth it. People are trained to know all the tricks and you will be got for fraud.





Try to find a free help or a support service that can meet with you and help you through the difficult time. Meanwhile, do all you can to cut costs such as: find cheaper suppliers, stop bonuses and staff expenses, don't buy anything unless you really need it.





Good luck, it can't be easy in the times we are in.My business is in trouble and i need ';To Cook The Books'; Has anybody got a good recipe?
yes - the title is called jailed for fraud

Does anyone have the Brussels Gratin Recipe from the book ';Vegetables and Vegetarian Cooking';?

2 pounds Brussels sprouts


2 tablespoons unsalted butter


Roasted Garlic, recipe follows


3 tablespoons all-purpose flour


1 1/2 cups heavy cream


1 cup half-and-half


1/4 cup sherry


1 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus 1/2 cup


1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg


1 teaspoon kosher salt


1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper





Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.


Peel off any damaged outer layers of Brussels sprouts. Trim the stem to make it flush. Quarter each sprout and score the stem on each quarter with a 1/4-inch-deep ';X.';





Add the garlic and Brussels sprouts to the melted butter and stir continuously for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the flour and continue stirring for 2 minutes.


Add the cream, half-and-half, and sherry. Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat and continue simmering for 7 minutes or until the liquid is reduced by 1/3.


Stir in the 1 cup of Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Transfer to an ovenproof casserole dish. Cover with remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Serve immediately.


Serves 6-8.





Roasted Garlic:





1 head garlic


1/2 teaspoon olive oil





Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.


Cut off the papery tip of the garlic head, exposing the top of each garlic clove. Brush the exposed cloves with olive oil.


Place the garlic, root side down, on the center of a piece of aluminum foil. Bundle the garlic with the foil, leaving a small vent on top. Roast the garlic for 45 minutes or until the cloves turn beige and are fork tender. Remove from the oven and let stand until cool enough to handle.


Squeeze the garlic head upside down over a small bowl and the cloves will pop out. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.Does anyone have the Brussels Gratin Recipe from the book ';Vegetables and Vegetarian Cooking';?
BRUSSELS SPROUTS AU GRATIN





1 lb. Brussels sprouts


2 c. thin bechamel sauce (follows)


1 tbsp. butter


Salt


Pepper


7 oz. Emmental cheese





Trim the Brussels sprouts, wash them and cook in a little boiling salted water.


Prepare a pouring bechamel sauce.





Preheat oven to 425 degrees.





Butter an ovenproof dish and arrange the Brussels sprouts in it in a single layer, very close together; salt and pepper them lightly and cover with bechamel. Sprinkle with the coarsely grated cheese and put in the oven for 10 minutes.





Heat the broiler (grill) for 5 minutes and finish the dish under the heat to form a golden crust. Serve hot.








BECHAMEL SAUCE:





2 1/2 c. milk


1 medium-size onion, peeled %26amp; quartered


1 sm. carrot, scraped %26amp; chopped


1 bay leaf


1 Bouquet garni


8 peppercorns


3 tbsp. butter


6 tbsp. flour


Salt


Pepper


3 tbsp. cream





Pour the milk into a saucepan, add the onion, carrot, bay leaf, bouquet garni and peppercorns. Heat gently over a very low heat. When the milk looks as if it is about to boil turn off the heat, cover and leave to infuse for 15 minutes.


Heat the butter in a saucepan over a low heat, do not allow to brown. Tip in the sieved flour and mix well to make a roux, cook for at least 1 minute. Then strain in the infused milk mixture whisking or stirring briskly with a wooden spoon.





Continue cooking, stirring all the time to prevent lumps forming, until a thick pouring sauce is made. Taste and season, add cream for a rich sauce. Use for vegetables, fish, eggs and pasta dishes.Does anyone have the Brussels Gratin Recipe from the book ';Vegetables and Vegetarian Cooking';?
Is this close?





Brussels Sprouts Au Gratin





INGREDIENTS


1/4cup fine dry breadcrumbs


1tablespoon grated parmesan cheese


2lbs fresh Brussels sprouts(or 3 10-ounce pkgs. frozen sprouts)


2tablespoons butter


2tablespoons flour


1 1/2cups milk


4ounces swiss cheese, shredded


1 tablespoon white wine worcestershire sauce


1/2teaspoon salt


1/4teaspoon pepper


1/4teaspoon paprika


DIRECTIONS


Mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan in a small dish and set aside.


Wash and trim fresh brussels sprouts; cut in half lengthwise.


Boil fresh sprouts 11-12 minutes or until just tender.


Drain fresh sprouts and place in a small buttered casserole dish.


If using frozen sprouts, prepare according to package directions and drain, then place in casserole.


Melt butter in a small saucepan, over low heat.


Add flour and stir until smooth.


Add milk slowly, and cook, stirring, until thick and bubbly.


Add Swiss cheese, white wine Worcestershire sauce and salt and pepper, and mix until cheese melts.


Pour the sauce over the sprouts, and top with the breadcrumb mixture.


Sprinkle paprika lightly and evenly over all.


Bake at 350 F, uncovered, for 20-22 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.

Pleeeeze could I have the recipe for a basic CURRYSAUCE tried cook books and they where rubbish?

Basic Curry





3 litres Thai coconut milk


250 ml Thai fish sauce


250 g sugar


250 ml (kaffir) lime juice


4 lime leaves


3 stalks lemon grass


5 red Thai chile peppers, coarsely chopped


200 g root ginger, coarsely chopped


200 g galangal, coarsely chopped


10 g dried shrimp paste


6 ripe plum tomatoes





Bring the coconut milk and fish sauce, sugar and lime juice to a boil. Add the remaining ingredients. Put the pan on low and gently reduce the mixture until about 2 litres are left. In a blender or food processor puree the sauce. Pour the sauce through a sieve.Pleeeeze could I have the recipe for a basic CURRYSAUCE tried cook books and they where rubbish?
Ingredients :





2 lb Cooking onions


2 oz Green ginger


2 oz Garlic


2 3/4 pt Water


1 tsp Salt


1 x 8oz tin tomatoes


8 tbl Vegetable oil


1 tsp Tomato puree


1 tsp Turmeric


1 tsp Paprika


for instructions:


http://fooddownunder.com/cgi-bin/recipe.鈥?/a>


and more recipes:


http://fooddownunder.com/cgi-bin/search.鈥?/a>Pleeeeze could I have the recipe for a basic CURRYSAUCE tried cook books and they where rubbish?
walkerswood.com ,it's a jamaican company that sells the best curry paste!! it's cheap too,less than 2 bucks abottle

Anyone has Monique's recipe for macaroni and cheese from her book Skinny Cooks Can't be Trusted?

HELLA GOOD MO'NIQUE'S MAC AND CHEESE


Ingredients:


3 eggs


1/2 cup milk


2 lbs.Macaroni


1/2 Stick of Land O鈥橪akes Butter


1 jar of Kraft Old English Cheese


1 jar of Cheese Whiz


2 blocks of Shredded Extra Sharp Cheese





Preparation:


Preheat oven to 350 degrees


Boil macaroni until tender and then set aside


In a glass baking dish, layer macaroni, then add butter, Old English cheese, Cheese Whiz and Shredded Cheddar evenly across dish


Beat three eggs and 1/2 cup of milk and then spread over


Continue layering to the top of the baking dish with macaroni and cheese


Bake until the top is golden brown


Enjoy!Anyone has Monique's recipe for macaroni and cheese from her book Skinny Cooks Can't be Trusted?
you're welcome..and i'm sure you can use pet milk, the recipe i have just says milk Report Abuse
Anyone has Monique's recipe for macaroni and cheese from her book Skinny Cooks Can't be Trusted?
No but try going on her web site.

cream

If my husband can't follow a cooking recipe, How is he going to follow a sex book guide..?

that you are all suggesting?If my husband can't follow a cooking recipe, How is he going to follow a sex book guide..?
You are right! I know I can't stir the batter and read the directions at the same time. Let's not even talk about what got burned.If my husband can't follow a cooking recipe, How is he going to follow a sex book guide..?
It's the amount of interest in the subject that will help him.





Mix up a recipe %26amp; you don't know if you got it right until the end.





With a sex guide book, you can give him instant feedback as to if the ________ works for you. He can feel if it works for him.





They're both very different!
following a sex book guide is easier and safer than following a cooking recipe...i mean what would u do to him if all u got was a pinch of this and a dash of that....
101 ways of throwing bricks to the front yard worked for me. We all have to start reading something, it is my self help book I must say.
You are beginning to sound as though he has no Imagination or motivation towards you and your sexual needs .


HMMMMMMM !





Wonder why that is ?
Because the sex guide has step by step pictures where the cook book doesn't . . .
Because unlike cooking...which most men don't want to do...men WANT to have sex...so he'll be able to follow the guide.
It would be funny if he confused the two. If he beat eggs on you and stuck his thing in the oven.
Why don't you just show the poor guy what you want .
The pictures are better. I remember that from the 5th grade.

I need a recipe from the book Good HouseKeeping Cooking is Fun. It was for Mincemeat Slices...?

I had this paperback book in the 70's . It was a daft book that told you how to make sandwiches LOL, I guess that's why I never kept it, but i wish I could remember how the recipe went for the Mincemeat Slices.I need a recipe from the book Good HouseKeeping Cooking is Fun. It was for Mincemeat Slices...?
Not sure if this is what you are looking for but hopefully it will help you out =)








Homemade Mincemeat from the galley of Hotel Periwinkle





Recipe


8oz Currants


8oz Raisins


8oz Sultanas


1lb of peeled and grated baking apples


8oz Suet (can be vegetarian suet)


12oz Brown sugar


1 lemon 鈥?juice and rind


1 Orange 鈥?juice and rind


1 tsp Mixed spice


陆 tsp Nutmeg


2oz Ground almonds


Glass Brandy (or other spirit)





Method


1) Clean all the dried fruit, place in a basin and pour brandy over, cover with clingfilm and leave to soak overnight, or for at least 2 hours.


2) Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl. Add more brandy if required.


3) Wash glass and sterilise jars, pack the fruit mixture into the jars. Cover (as for jam).


4) Store for at least 2 weeks before use, the mincemeat will mature.





When you are ready to use the mincemeat, stir to ensure that it is equally moist.





The obvious use for the mincemeat, is traditional mince pies, these are equally good made with Puff pastry or filo parcels. Served warm with brandy butter they are irresistible! Recipe below.





Other uses however are several and varied, including crumbles, steamed puddings and Oat and Mincemeat Slice.





Oat %26amp; Mincemeat Slice





Recipe


5oz Margarine


3oz Soft brown sugar


8oz SR Flour (can use wholemeal)


4oz Oats


6oz homemade mincemeat





Method


1) Melt margarine and sugar together, add the dry ingredients and mix well.


2) Press half of the mixture into a swiss roll tin, spread mincemeat over and then top with the rest of the mixture.


3) Press down well, and bake for 20 mins at 200C or gas mark 6. Can be served warm with cream or custard or cold.





Brandy Butter





Recipe


8oz Soft dark brown sugar


8oz Butter


8oz Icing sugar


5 Tbsp Brandy





Method


1) Process the brown sugar, until it is fine.


2) Add the butter and mix, add icing sugar and brandy, mix well until the mixture is smooth. Chill.





Keep in the fridge. Take out approximately 30 minutes before it is required, lovely on warm mince pies or Christmas pudding.I need a recipe from the book Good HouseKeeping Cooking is Fun. It was for Mincemeat Slices...?
Made it again today Made enough to freeze some for later. YumYum, really, really scrummy!


Many, many thanks for this fabulous recipe! Report Abuse

Oh by the way, ';Kirsty'; was extremely kind enough to email me the RIGHT recipe after the question ended.


This one is equally exquisite and anyone viewing who wishes they had it too can click on my Avatar and email me for it.





THANKYOU Kirsty %26amp; THANKYOU Duckie Report Abuse

your paper books in the 70's is totally absolete,but it was very simple to cook slice the meat marenate sautee the garlic,onions and what ever you think in the kitchen that good to your mincemeat try experimental you discover the defference.

Does anyone know the recipe for almond cookies? (Or have this cook book?)?

This recipe was from a children's cookbook and absolutely crumbly, melt-in-my-mouth delicious. You used real almonds and then crushed them in the blender. There was no almond extract, just almonds. And I remember there was butter.





The book was rectangular, and a paperback.


It had a picture of a young boy and young girl on it. I think the boy's name was Zack. I don't remember the girl's name.


In the book, there was also a recipe for a hotdog wrapped in a crescent roll and lemon bars.





Will anyone care to post the lemon bars+almond cookie recipe?





By the way, the cookies were not like the chinese ones. They were more flaky and more buttery and melted in your mouth.Does anyone know the recipe for almond cookies? (Or have this cook book?)?
I collect cookbooks and while I'm not familiar with the book you describe, here's a recipe for Almond Cookies that calls for ground almonds and butter that you might like I've also included a yummy recipe for Lemon Bars (below):





Almond Cookies





Preheat oven to 350F (180C)





1 lb. (450 g) ground almonds





1 cup (250 ml) sugar





1 cup (250 ml) Butter (2 sticks, 225 g)





3 eggs (separate 1 egg white and keep for later use.)





1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt





2+1/2 to 3 cups (625 to 750 ml) flour





1. Beat butter until soft, add sugar gradually. Blend until very light and creamy.





2. Beat in, one at a time, 2 eggs and 1 egg yolk.





3.Add salt and 1/2 to 3/4 lb. (125 to 350 g) ground almonds.





(Reserve surplus for coating tops.)





4.Add enough flour to make dough





the right consistency to roll. (May chill till ready to roll.)





5. Roll out 1/8 inch (5 mm) thick; cut into 1'; x 2'; (2.5 x 5 cm) rectangles.





6. Brush with slightly beaten egg-white and invert each cookie into a pie-plate with ground almonds, to coat top of each cookie. Place on cookie sheet; bake at 350F (180C) for about 12 to 13 minutes, or until brown around edges. Makes 7 dozen.


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Lemon Bars





2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided


1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar


1 cup butter or margarine


1/2 teaspoon baking powder


4 large eggs, lightly beaten


2 cups sugar


1/3 cup lemon juice


Powdered sugar





Combine 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup powdered sugar; cut in butter with pastry blender until mixture is crumbly. Firmly press mixture in a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. Bake at 350F for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Combine remaining 1/4 cup flour and baking powder in a small bowl; stir well. Combine eggs, 2 cups sugar, and lemon juice in a large bowl; stir in flour mixture. Pour over prepared crust. Bake at 350F for 25 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Let cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar; cut into bars.Does anyone know the recipe for almond cookies? (Or have this cook book?)?
Hmmm... I'm unfamiliar with the book you mentioned but my recipe for making almond cookies comes out fantastic... light, flaky, melt in your mouth http://therepressedpastrychef.blogspot.c…





And here is my recipe for lemon bars that I love making


http://therepressedpastrychef.blogspot.c…





Both recipe links include pictures.





Hope that helps!!
go to http://tastyland.blogspot.com/.


You will get various cooking recipes.
look it up.











=D

Anyone know an Australian (I think) recipe book called something like 'Hoax Cooking'?

I read an article a few years ago by a female author in an Australian Sunday newspaper magazine who had a book out that I think was called something like 'Hoax Cooking' - I never found the book but she had an awesome recipe for Chocolate Fudge that was printed in the Sunday magazine. I think she did a regular column for the paper. Does anyone know who she is, and what the fudge recipe was? It was really easy and only had four ingredients, but I can't remember all four (I can remember chocolate, condensed milk and vanilla), or the quantities. Or does anyone know the author or the proper title of the book? Any help appreciated.Anyone know an Australian (I think) recipe book called something like 'Hoax Cooking'?
The only suggestion I have is that you ask the same question in the Australian Answers. Than, if you get the right name of the book and the author, it can be easier for you.

Is it easy to make your own pizza? I have a recipe in my sister's cook book and I was thinking about using it.

If I decide to do this, I'm thinking about just buying the pizza crust and then make the toppings. I had thought about making the crust...but I figured that it would be way too much trouble. What do you think?








Personally, I think that it would be best for me to just buy the crust and then go ahead and make the toppings. That way, it would cut down alot on time and work.





Also, what toppings would you recommend? I was thinking about either pepperoni, sausage, cheese or supreme. I was really thinking about fixing a supreme pizza --- the kind with everyting on it. I just might do that.








Any comments or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.








Thanks and may be good Lord be with you.Is it easy to make your own pizza? I have a recipe in my sister's cook book and I was thinking about using it.
If you start with a pre-made crust, then pizza is very simple and you can make it exactly as you like.





Sometimes I like to make non-traditional pizza: instead of tomato sauce, either I make a simple white sauce (similar to an alfredo sauce) or I simply spread the crust with olive oil. I like adding cloves of roasted garlic or roasted peppers, some cooked chicken breast (chopped into approximately 1/2 inch pieces), and little clumps of goat cheese.Is it easy to make your own pizza? I have a recipe in my sister's cook book and I was thinking about using it.
I think buying the crust and the just adding the sauce and toppings sounds really good and it will save you some time. I think surpreme pizza sounds really good with sausage, peperoni, green peppers, onions, mushrooms and I always like a little extra cheese. You can even substitue the sausage for ground beef which I think is just as yummy.





I also like hawaiian style with canadian bacon and pineapple. Whatever you decide I am sure you are going to have a delicious pizza in the end.
when i want to make a pizza at home, i go to the local pizzeria (not domino's or pizza hut) and ask for a dough ball. they give me enough dough to make a large pizza at home for $3.00. I like to make mine on the BBQ grill.
Definitely,





As for toppings, do you like mushrooms ? I think they add great taste. Bell peppers, olives, anchovies .... =D
dont't know seems hard getting all the stuff
sounds good. go fro it!

Trying to make a small cook book with healthy recipes only!?

any good recipes to ad?? they can be desserts, main courses, sides, whatever, as long as they are healthier! They don't have to be extremely healthy, but like using applesauce in cake instead of oil, that kind of stuff.





Any one have some recipes??





I would love some recipes with whole wheat flour!Trying to make a small cook book with healthy recipes only!?
This is sooo good, but I add tons more veggies and use a wok.








Broccoli and Tofu in Garlic Sauce ****





锟?


1 onion, diced





4 cloves garlic, minced





3 tbsp olive oil





approx 2 cups broccoli, chopped





1 pound firm or extra firm tofu, pressed





1 1/2 tsp ginger powder





1/4 tsp cayenne pepper





3 tbsp corn starch





1/4 cup soy sauce





1 cup water











Directions- Broccoli and Tofu in Garlic Sauce





锟?br>

. Cut tofu into 1 inch cubes.





. In a large skillet, sautee onions and garlic in olive oil until onions turn clear, about 3-5 minutes.





. Add the tofu, ginger, cayenne and broccoli to the pan and continue to cook until broccoli is done, another 6-8 minutes.





. In a separate small bowl, mix together the corn starch, soy sauce and water, then add this mixture to the broccoli and tofu.





. Cook until sauce thicken, then remove from heat.





Serve over rice or whole grains and enjoy.











Also try,


Baked Tofu Bites





INGREDIENTS


1 (16 ounce) package extra firm tofu


1/4 cup soy sauce


2 tablespoons maple syrup


2 tablespoons ketchup


1 tablespoon vinegar


1 dash hot sauce


1 tablespoon sesame seeds


1/4 teaspoon garlic powder


1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper


1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring


DIRECTIONS


Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly spray a non-stick baking sheet with oil.


Slice tofu into 1/2-inch slices, and gently press excess water out of tofu. Cut sliced tofu into 1/2-inch cubes.


In a bowl, stir together the soy sauce, maple syrup, ketchup, vinegar, and hot sauce. Stir in sesame seeds, garlic powder, black pepper, and liquid smoke. Gently stir tofu cubes into sauce. Cover, and marinate at least 5 minutes.


Place the tofu on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in a preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn tofu, and bake until the tofu turns golden brown, about 15 minutes more.





This is really good in a wheat wrap with lettuce..yum!











Grilled Brown Sugar Bananas


Grilled bananas are delicious. Make sure that you have a good oiled grate before putting the banana pieces on. You won't want them to stick, ruining your dessert. By leaving the bananas in the peel they will hold up better on the grill. Add vanilla ice cream and liquor as a finishing touch.


INGREDIENTS:


6 bananas


1 1/4 cups brown sugar


2 tablespoons lemon juice


2 teaspoons cinammon





PREPARATION:


Preheat grill for medium-low heat. Without removing the peel cut each banana in half lengthwise. Sprinkle each half with lemon juice. Combine cinnamon and brown sugar in a bowl. Coat exposed surface of the bananas in sugar mixture.








Place banana halves on an oiled grill grate, peel side up. Allow to cook for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove bananas from grill, then from peel and serve with favorite ice cream and topping.Trying to make a small cook book with healthy recipes only!?
Dude, I am NOT giving you my recipes to add to your own book and take credit for them!





Why not start a ';food diary'; at home? I have one and it's brilliant. You experiment with something new every night. Write down what you did, how you can improve it next time and keep trying till you have this book full of brilliant recipes that you came up with all on your own!

cream

Cook book or recipes in Tagalog?

I am looking for recipes or a cook book (0nline or in pdf files) in Tagalog. (doesn't have to be filipino recipes, but is ok too).


My helper is learning how to cook, and we don't want to eat adobo every day.Cook book or recipes in Tagalog?
This site will offer you a very wide range :


http://www.marketmanila.com/archives/fil鈥?/a>Cook book or recipes in Tagalog?
You can have her take a cooking class. Try the local colleges. My aunt's helper/cook took some short classes (local college in Cebu) and it made her cook much better.





After she gets familiar with cooking/baking, then she can go through and follow recipes with ease.
hmm well where i live when i go or shop at a filipino store.theres some cook books there. im not sure what there like but you should check em out if you live near one. or maybe you could search online.. like on ebay..well hope i kidna helped.
Buy yourself a cookbook. You can find various Filipino cookbooks at National Book Store and in other book shops in the malls.
i highly recommend del monte recipe booklets..it has a lot of new cooking ideas that goes beyond the traditional cooking. preparations of their recipe are easy and good for the budget too
I can take you to a lot of great Pinoy blogs about cooking, but most of them are in English. The best you can do is to have them translated in Tagalog.





http://pinoycook.net/


http://filipinofoods.info/


http://www.filipinovegetarianrecipe.com/鈥?/a>
try doing a Google search... you'll be suprised in what comes up!
lots of recipes here with a twist. we use them at home ourselves. enjoy cooking and eating (';,)





http://www.kitchenomics.com

Does anyone have a recipe For Herods Pudding have tried loads of cook books and some internet sites.?

Its has a lot of fruit. and we think it with a name like herod it has to be a christmas dish.Does anyone have a recipe For Herods Pudding have tried loads of cook books and some internet sites.?
Harrod's Christmas Pudding Recipe


Makes 2 pounds





Ingredients:


1/2 lb unsalted butter plus about


2 tsp butter, for greasing molds


1 1/3 cup dark brown sugar


3 eggs, beaten


3 tbsp dark corn syrup


2/3 cup self-rising flour


1 pn salt


1/2 tsp ground cinnamon


1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg


1/2 tsp apple pie spice


1 lemon, juice of


1 orange, fine grated rind of


1 lemon, fine grated rind of


4 cup fresh bread crumbs


1 1/3 cup golden raisins


1 1/3 cup raisins


1 1/3 cup currants


1/3 cup chopped mixed citrus peel (2 ounces)


1/4 to 1/2 cup brandy


Garnish with holly


Ignite with brandy





Special Equipment: Pudding mold





Instructions:


1. Thickly butter and dust with flour two 1-quart molds (or dome-shaped china, ceramic or glass bowls). Set aside.


2. Beat the 1/2 lb butter until soft.


3. Add sugar and beat until fluffy.


4. Gradually beat in the eggs and syrup.


5. Sift flour with salt and spices; fold into the butter mixture with the lemon juice, grated rinds, bread crumbs, fruits, mixed peel and brandy.


6. Spoon mixture into the 2 prepared molds.


7. If molds don't have lids, cover each with a circle of waxed paper, then a piece of foil pleated across the center and securely tied in place.


8. Leave overnight in refrigerator.


9. Put molds in a large saucepan with enough water to come halfway up the sides of the molds.


10. Cover and steam for 5 hours; remove from the water.


11. Let cool completely, then cover with a clean piece of waxed paper and a pudding cloth (muslin or closely woven cheesecloth) secured with a string and ends of the cloth tied in a knot over the pudding mold.


12. Leave in the refrigerator to mature before using.


13. Before serving, steam about 3 hours.


14. Remove from mold.


15. Bring to the table blazing in ignited brandy, and bedight with Christmas holly stuck into the top.Does anyone have a recipe For Herods Pudding have tried loads of cook books and some internet sites.?
This free ebook has 490 award winning recipes, I think I saw what you're looking for in it.
You mean Harrods!


Check out the link I provided for you below. It will take you to the recipe. I hope you like it =)

My Joy of Cooking book has gone missing.Does anybody have the recipe for pasta with alfredo sauce?

I know it has at least one egg yoke and ham or bacon.My Joy of Cooking book has gone missing.Does anybody have the recipe for pasta with alfredo sauce?
Fettucine Alfredo


Recipe #663265 ratings


This is a modified version of the Fettucine Alfredo recipe in the new Joy of Cooking. It's very rich and I highly recommend using the best ingredients you can get.











2-3 servings 20 min 15 min prep


Change to: servings US Metric


8-10 ounces pasta (the kind in the refrigerator section of the store is best since it cooks much faster, in about 3 min)


3/4 cup half-and-half


3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated or shredded (NOT the dry Kraft kind!)


1 clove garlic, minced very fine


1/4 cup butter


fresh-grated black pepper


salt








Boil water for pasta.


In a large frying pan (a steep-sided wok is ideal) melt butter on very low heat.


Start cooking pasta.


In frying pan, combine half and half, Parmesan, garlic, salt and pepper with melted butter.


Mix thoroughly and turn the heat up to medium (just hot enough to begin melting cheese).


Pasta should be nearly done by now; drain and pour into frying pan with sauce ingredients.


Toss together and serve immediately.My Joy of Cooking book has gone missing.Does anybody have the recipe for pasta with alfredo sauce?
Thanks you voters, you guys are awesome. Report Abuse

I've tried the joy of cooking recipe, but I prefer the recipe from copykat.com for Olive Garden's Alfredo better.
Oh my God! What a disaster, run to your book store for a replacement copy. I don't know how much you are making so I'll just give you the ingredients. Alfredo sauce - butter, egg yolk, heavy cream and parmesan cheese. There is no meat in a classic Alfredo sauce.
basic alfredo sauce couldn't be any easier...





Bring Heavy Whipping Cream to a boil, melt in parmesan cheese, simmer, stir, cool and serve. About 1 cup parm per 1 qt. of heavy whipping cream is a good ratio.





Now, beyond that, everyone likes to do their own thing. Personally, I like to add butter and flour to thicken up the sauce even more. And, I always add italian sausage as well (par-cooked, sliced thin...). But, tahts just me. There are literally dozens of variations... I think the best thing to do is experiment with flavors you enjoy, and see what strikes your interest suggestions include adding:





Pesto Sauce


Sauteed peppers and onions


garlic and peppers


half tomato/half alfredo


blended cheeses.





Also note, parmesan cheese is extremely high in salt content, so you don't need to further salt alfredo sauce while mixing in your cheeses...
Joy of cooking.com

Are there any chefs who brought out seperate recipe/cooking books for beef, pork, fish, chicken etc?

James Petersen is a really good author and has written some excellent topic specifc cook booksAre there any chefs who brought out seperate recipe/cooking books for beef, pork, fish, chicken etc?
I own several. Some industry specific books on meat/poultry processing, and on meat /poultry cooking, and seafood processing/cooking, and then separate books also on each category you listed, along with all my other cookbooks.Are there any chefs who brought out seperate recipe/cooking books for beef, pork, fish, chicken etc?
Sunset Magazine has separate recipe books ... they may still have them on their website (or check Amazon.com)

A long time ago i learn about batch cooking ..where can i find book about it??or recipes??? thanks?

Here's a site with some great tips for batch cooking, or as they call it ';freezer cooking';.





http://organizedhome.com/freezer-cooking鈥?/a>





For recipes, I just double or triple whatever recipe I want. I make 2 or 3 meatloafs instead of one, a double batch of meatballs instead of a single, roast 2 chickens instead of one, etc. You don't need special recipes, but there are quite a few if you want some new ones, under ';Freezer Cookbook: Recipes for Freezer Cooking'; at that site above.A long time ago i learn about batch cooking ..where can i find book about it??or recipes??? thanks?
Try the local library who should have books on freezing and preserving things which is what I presume you are wanting to do when batch cooking. There are certain rules that need to be adhered to such as ommitting garlic from sauces and adding only when they are defrosted.A long time ago i learn about batch cooking ..where can i find book about it??or recipes??? thanks?
If you go to www.recipezaar.com you can look under ';OAMC'; which stands for ';once a month cooking';. Also, you can search by serving size.

Can you recommend some good cook or recipe books?

I'll be honest, I'm no friend of the kitchen. In fact, I hate to cook. However, I just got married and I have no idea what I'm doing in the kitchen. Most of my dinners are frozen prepaired food when you get right down to it, or the same tired old five things I know how to cook. Either way, I'm looking to buy some recipe books or cook books to help me out. I need easy ones, ones that are designed for someone who doesn't know what all those cooking terms mean (braising? chaffing dish? blanch? Brine?). I know how to turn on the oven, and which pan to use, but, thats pretty much it. I want to come up with some easy to cook and good tasting food that will keep the horror out of my husbands and daughters face when they see me in the kitchen. I know there are tons of websites, but, I'm looking for books.... any ideas?Can you recommend some good cook or recipe books?
I found this one several years ago, and how I wish I'd found something like it when I first started out on my own. It's called Cooking: a common sense guide. It's published by Bay Books. The ISBN on mine is 0681331976 and here is a link to it on Amazon





http://www.amazon.com/Cooking-Commonsens鈥?/a>





The great thing about that book is that the first couple of chapters gives you the basics of pretty much EVERYTHING, pictures included. And explains all or most of the terms like the ones you mentioned... braising, blanching etc.





2nd choices are:





Joy of Cooking


New York Times Cookbook by Craig Claiborne (this is like my cookbook bible)Can you recommend some good cook or recipe books?
I'm a fan of the old Betty Crocker cookbook... it has everything you need to learn about cooking, the terms, measurements, etc...


this is the book I started out with when I knew nothing....


Ask friends and family for some of their tried and true recipes until you find recipes you like.....


Good Luck!!


PS.. I also like to check ebay and pick up cookbooks from churches, women's forums, county cookbooks...the recipes in these are from people in the community..... you can usually buy them for about 2.50 and under....
Company's Coming





They have a whole series everything from desserts to casseroles, slow cooker, grilling, and my all time Fave





The Rookie Cook





www.companyscoming.com





The Rookie Cook also has an index that tells you what braiseing is what a chaffing dish is and so on. I am in the same boat you are, I hate to cook and am not the best at it. The Rookie Cook has so many fabulously easy meals and stuff, even I can't mess it up.
Not a cook book but, foodnetwork.com





if you're not a friend of the kitchen, type in sandra lee. she has a semi homemade show. she starts with store bought items and doctors them up with fresh ingredients. she has several cook books out, if you want a physical book. start there, and move up to the harder stuff.





cooking is easy, you don't have to measure as accurately as baking.
';The new settlement cook book ';not only gives you recipes...but,explains terms ..Tells you the difference between different creams,and cheeses,has a diagram of different cuts of meat,and has recipes for all levels of experience.from the novice to the pro.


It is available via amazon
The following cookbooks are great for basic techniques and cooking knowledge:





The Joy of Cooking - http://www.borders.com/online/store/Titl鈥?/a>





Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook - http://www.borders.com/online/store/Titl鈥?/a>





Betty Crocker Cookbook - http://www.borders.com/online/store/Titl鈥?/a>









the southern living cookbook is great. the whole front of it explains what each type of cooking entails, how to stock your pantry, make the basic sauces and measurements. its great.





for online recipes: allrecipes.com


sparkrecipes.com


and foodnetwork.com has a lot of demo videos to help you
These are great beginner cookbooks:





http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Teens-C鈥?/a>





http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Clueles鈥?/a>





http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Teens-C鈥?/a>





http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Cooking鈥?/a>



Good Housekeeping, Betty Crocker, all of the Company's Coming series, all great cookbooks to help you on your way.
The gold standard is Joy of Cooking. It has a glossary that can help with the terminology. A cheaper way is to use the Food Network's web site.
I agree totally with you,i love books and especially books with pictures so i can see the end product.Also i can see it over and over again and get inspired by the person that took the time and energy to make it easier for me to create delicious recipes for my family.


If you have the passion and don't let people confuse you with complicated procedures and difficult to find ingredients you will be incredible in no time and your family will love you for it.


Easy delicious recipes with ingredients from your kitchen get this book


Take the Taste of Greece with you.


http://hummingbirdpublications.com The taste of Greece
I am a very good cook and have been cooking for a long time. I am often surprised when I taste a dish at a covered dish supper, or in a friends kitchen, or even at a restaurant; what surprises me is ';how can it taste so good and have so few ingredients in it? How can it be so simple and taste that good.'; Of course it takes time to build up your repertoire. So, be sure to start a collection of cookbooks with the title, ';Five Ingredients Or Less'; c/b. I even found one that is a ';Two Ingredient'; C/B. So, when you go to the book store, be sure to take a look at these c/b's too. You'll be delightfully surprised.
Get a basic Betty Crocker or Better Homes %26amp; Gardens cookbook. They'll each have tons of recipes, but also photos showing techniques; and will have conversion %26amp; substitution charts in them ... plus ideas for menus. ... Woman's Day and Family Circle magazines are good too, and you can pick one up every few weeks at the grocery store. Woman's Day even has a monthly menu chart in it, with recipes.... For desserts, get ';The Cake Doctor';, which has tons of great recipes, which all use cake mixes! There are thumbnail sketches of each recipe in the front, so you can choose what you want to make by the photo. .... These are all available at Amazon.com, or even eBay
I think the food network has a perfect cook book for you it is called:





How to Boil Water - life beyond takeout.





Easy step-by-step instructions, great pictures and covers all the topics you discussed. They outline how to set up your kitchen and tools needed to learn how to cook.





I also recommend that you concentrate on easy things to start with. Chicken is a good place to start when it comes to cooking. For example, an easy recipe is to roast a chicken. Serve with a salad and roasted potatoes and the family will be impressed.





My recipes for the roasted potatoes and chicken at:


http://www.cooking-is-easy-and-fun.com/R鈥?/a>





Casseroles are equally easy to create. How about a spaghetti pizza, I bet you could make this tonight with some garlic bread and a salad and they will love it. There is only 6 ingredients!


http://www.cooking-is-easy-and-fun.com/S鈥?/a>





Good luck as you learn to cook, easier then you think.

cream

What are some good books for cooking and recipes?

The Joy of Cooking. It provides elementary information for the novice plus information and suggestions for the more experienced. It is an excellent springboard because of its depth. It does not assume you have experience in every type of food preparation; so it serves as a reference guide as well. It is a classic so you can find it in the library. Take it home. Try it before you buy it. You will not be disappointed.What are some good books for cooking and recipes?
My great grandmothers. Mmmmm.What are some good books for cooking and recipes?
I love the Company's Coming and Betty Crocker line of books. Also www.allrecipes.com is great too! full of recipes, tips, tricks, etc.
i dont know but martha stewart and rachael ray make some good ones! haha
Rachel Ray's
The Joy of Cooking is a great standby for any chef..
Alton Brown's ';I'm Just Here for the Food,'; both one and two are really good books. They focus on the methodology and have recipes almost as practice exercises. They're really good recipes.
The book women in my family have always used is Betty Crocker. But the best recipes come from family and friends!





Ex.


I found a cookie recipe from my neighbor and there great!


I box of Betty Crocker Butter Pecan Cake mix


two eggs


oatmeal


one half a cup of oil





Take cake mix and mix with half cup of oil two cracked eggs and desired amount of oatmeal and bake for 6-9 minutes on 350 degrees and YUM

Do any of yall know any cooking books that has recipes of things to bake that are semi-healthy?

http://www.fitnessandfreebies.com/health鈥?/a>





http://www.globalgourmet.com/food/egg/eg鈥?/a>





http://www.baking911.com/healthy/baking_鈥?/a>Do any of yall know any cooking books that has recipes of things to bake that are semi-healthy?
heh ...


you too funny!





I can't answer on the grounds that it might incriminate me.





Anything older than 20 years might be surprisingly good in that respect.








XXXDo any of yall know any cooking books that has recipes of things to bake that are semi-healthy?
If you check with Oxmoor house, they have the cooking light cookbooks and the whole weight watchers line. They are both really good cookbooks with amazing pictures to show what the finished product should look like. They include all the calorie contents and the weight watchers include points and exchanges, too.
If you actually want a hard book - try the moosewood lodge series of vegi/fish mainly recipes. they have perfected many healthy versions!
The book More Healthy Homestyle Cooking includes a chaper on Homestyle Bakery ...





Betty Crockers Best of Healthy and Hearty Cooking includes a section on Breads and Sides ...





http://www.browseinside.net/booksoncooki鈥?/a> has a list of healthy eating cookbooks that includes these two books, just click the pictures to go direct to viewing the book. Note if copies of a book are not available for sale the BrowseInside feature may not be available. Kay

Why Is It When I Cook Nothing Ever Turns Out As Nice Looking As The Picture In The Recipe Book?

Ugh Charli I have the same problem.





I tried making this salisbury steak recipe I found. It's basically a meatloaf recipe but you shape the meat mixture into hamburger patties. Well when I tried to flip my patties they all fell apart!! I got so mad that I just broke them all apart so it was just cooked ground meat in a cream of mushroom sauce. I will tell you, it looked like CRAP but it tasted SOOOO GOOD! When I make it now, I just skip that patti part and I call it my ';Meatloaf Mess';.








Oh, %26amp; I was violated TWICE yesterday....I'm pretty PO'd....Why Is It When I Cook Nothing Ever Turns Out As Nice Looking As The Picture In The Recipe Book?
They have food stylists, that's actually what they're called. I just got done watching a competition between food stylists on the food network. So don't worry, it doesn't matter how good a cook you are, your dishes are never going to look as good as theirs look. By the time they're done making the food look good for photograghy, it's inedible.Why Is It When I Cook Nothing Ever Turns Out As Nice Looking As The Picture In The Recipe Book?
Every recipe books that have pictures on them look so fresh and delicious because after the photographer takes those pictures,they make the picture bright which means they use photoshop,but the recipe says the same thing you add as the ingredients.Don't worry about why your food don't look as good as the ones shown in the recipe books,I'm sure the taste is more important than the look!
They use paid ';food designers'; to set up the photos. Did you know that the photos of cereal on the boxes and in the commercials are set up using Elmer's glue to look like the milk? They will go through heads and heads of lettuce to find that one perfect looking leaf to use as a garnish or to stick out of the side of a sandwich in a photo. The ice cream you see in many ads is really Crisco dyed with food coloring. The real ice cream would not last long enough under the hot lighting.
Many years ago, before digital I did some food photography. Some dishwashing liquid in the coco to give it that white frosty look. Took a soldering iron to sear in those grill marks. The list is endless, but there was no way you could eat the food. In the old days, a photo shoot of real ice cream under hot lights didn't work, we used mashed potatoes. I wouldn't worry about it, some of the best food (dinners/street food) looks a mess but taste great.
All food pictures are being styled. You can check out how some of the lovely food pictures comes about below





http://www.choice.com.au/viewArticle.aspx?id=102996%26amp;catId=100406%26amp;tid=100008%26amp;p=1%26amp;title=Food+styling
Its all fake.


It never works for me either apart from a time I made mint cupcakes -they looked identical to the picture in the book but they took me ages to make.
cause the the people who click the photo use photoshop afterwards..


or possibly could be that the cook is much more talented and clever and a bIG cheater...:)
they have to make it look like that to sell a product. its called advertizing silly. keep doing what youre doing and if people eat it it looks great!!!!!!!
lol I have the same problem! But what's worse is mine don't taste like it's supposed to either!???