I don't know about anyone else, but I'm having a really hard time wrapping my head around the fact that it's mid-November already and that next week is Thanksgiving. Really? How did this happen? If you're new to hosting the holidays this year, looking for a little help to get you through, or you're just hoping for a little inspiration, these new cookbooks might be just what you need.
All About Roasting: a new approach to a classic art, by Molly Stevens. Divided into segments by food type (chicken & poultry, fish & shellfish, vegetables, etc.), All About Roasting is filled with delicious photos and detailed recipes guaranteed to make your mouth water. Not only does Stevens tell you how to make these gorgeous dishes, she also gives readers the reasoning behind why a recipe might call for low heat instead of high, giving insight into how the recipes were developed. Interesting, informative, and inspiring!
Connecticut Farmer & Feast: harvesting local bounty, by Emily Brooks. If you're into eating local, this is the cookbook for you. Read up on sustainable agriculture, discover community supported farms right in your neighborhood, and get great recipes included with each farm's story. If this doesn't make you want to get in the kitchen and try something new and delicious, I'm not sure what will.
And if you've been asked to bring a contribution to the feast, you can't go wrong with the new Good Housekeeping The Great Potluck Cookbook. Full of great starters, sides, casseroles and desserts, this is a huge help to anyone stuck with "what to bring"-itis. It's divided up by occasions, like Superbowl Shindig or Family Reunion picnic, but there's no reason you couldn't use any of these recipes anytime at all. And there's certainly no time like the present!
Happy cooking, and I'll see everyone here on Thursday for a little escapist reading!
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