Publisher's Synopsis
The Americans are famous for being a melting pot of flavors, but there are distinct dishes and culinary traditions that have influenced the American table. After all, we love our burgers, fried chicken, and good ol' apple pie. With the Home-Made American Cookbook, it's easier than ever to sample our nation's most iconic foods. With a mouth-watering lineup of recipes that celebrate everything from the South's love of barbecue to the Midwest's enthusiasm for casseroles, you'll find nostalgic classics as well as modern twists that your family will ask for time and time again. Indulge in hot and hearty dinnertime favorites such as meatloaf and pot roast, complete with a scoop of mashed potatoes swimming in gravy. lattice-crowned pies and other sweet indulgences that make you look forward to dessert. You'll also find steaming soups, hearty sandwiches, grilled greats, a fresh array of veggies and sides, heartwarming bread, and other time-tested recipes. More than just a collection of recipes, this must-have book is packed with hundreds of gorgeous full-color photos, pro cooking tips, and ingredients, celebrating unique twists and fun facts on America's favorite Home-Made American Cookbook takes the guesswork out of preparing traditional down-home meals with sure-bet classic ingredients that will help you-whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook-prepare the meals that grace the tables of families from coast to coast.
Tips on what's inside the book:
100 Recipes: Hundreds of recipes that deliver all the flavor and comfort you'd expect from Home-Made. Best of all, every dish relies on common ingredients and pantry staples you likely already have on hand.
Cooking Ingredients: What You Will Need During the Cooking Process are all listed in the book.
Complete Nutrition Facts and Diabetic Exchanges. Whether you're following a specific diet or simply watching what you eat, the nutrition facts offered with every recipe help you set the right foods on the table. You'll also find diabetic exchanges with applicable recipes. And a lot more.
Let this cookbook be your guide to creating delicious and memorable dishes that capture the spirit of American cooking.