Pepper and Lily build a snowman. Then Pepper slides on the pond and sleds down the hill. Uh-oh! Where did Pepper go? Help find Pepper as Pepper and Lily romp in the snow. With innovative tabs, flaps, and a pop-up finale, there has never been a more fun-filled snow day!

An IACP Cookbook Award-winning survey of 200 types of peppers and more than 40 pan-Latin recipes from a three-time James Beard Award-winning author and chef-restaurateur. From piquillos and shishitos to padrons and poblanos, the popularity of culinary peppers (and pepper-based condiments, such as Sriracha and the Korean condiment gochujang) continue to grow as more consumers try new varieties and discover the known health benefits of Capsicum, the genus to which all peppers belong. This stunning visual reference to peppers now seen on menus, in markets, and beyond, showcases nearly 200 varieties (with physical description, tasting notes, uses for cooks, and beautiful botanical portraits for each). Following the cook's gallery of varieties, more than 40 on-trend Latin recipes for spice blends, salsas, sauces, salads, vegetables, soups, and main dishes highlight the big flavors and taste-enhancing capabilities of peppers. Winner of the 2018 International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) Cookbook Award for "Reference & Technical" category

Peg Meier's candid interpretation of the joys and pains of childhood through the decades--at home, at school, at play--reminds us that we were all children once, too.

This unique culinary history of America offers a fascinating look at our past and uses long-forgotten recipes to explain how eight flavors changed how we eat. The United States boasts a culturally and ethnically diverse population which makes for a continually changing culinary landscape. But a young historical gastronomist named Sarah Lohman discovered that American food is united by eight flavors: black pepper, vanilla, curry powder, chili powder, soy sauce, garlic, MSG, and Sriracha. In Eight Flavors, Lohman sets out to explore how these influential ingredients made their way to the American table. She begins in the archives, searching through economic, scientific, political, religious, and culinary records. She pores over cookbooks and manuscripts, dating back to the eighteenth century, through modern standards like How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman. Lohman discovers when each of these eight flavors first appear in American kitchens—then she asks why. Eight Flavors introduces the explorers, merchants, botanists, farmers, writers, and chefs whose choices came to define the American palate. Lohman takes you on a journey through the past to tell us something about our present, and our future. We meet John Crowninshield a New England merchant who traveled to Sumatra in the 1790s in search of black pepper. And Edmond Albius, a twelve-year-old slave who lived on an island off the coast of Madagascar, who discovered the technique still used to pollinate vanilla orchids today. Weaving together original research, historical recipes, gorgeous illustrations and Lohman’s own adventures both in the kitchen and in the field, Eight Flavors is a delicious treat—ready to be devoured.

A warm, inviting, and heartfelt collection of recipes and celebrations to re-create and share with your own family. A few years ago, Jaime Richardson did what a lot of young, articulate, creative women were doing: she launched a blog (sophistimom.com) where she could reach out to other young mothers and share ideas about feeding and raising healthy, happy children. What started out as a place to express herself quickly grew to a destination of choice for those eager for fresh ideas and creative inspiration for their own families, garnering the attention of The Pioneer Woman, Glamour Magazine, and Babble.com, where she has been named one of the Top 100 Mommy Food bloggers for three years running. She is also part of Martha’s Circle, a small group of lifestyle bloggers, hand picked by the editors at Martha Stewart. In this cookbook, Jaime focuses on the heart and soul of her blog: recipes for making the most of special moments with your family. According to Jaime, celebrating really isn’t about the events but about the moments. And big or small, these are to be enjoyed with great food and lovely, simple touches of sophistication that everyone in the family can appreciate. Featuring twenty unexpected, wonderful celebrations that any family can enjoy, the book offers original ideas for making the most of time spent with children, including suggestions for activities, books, and music that go along each theme. Some 150 full-color photographs showcase the approximately 100 finished recipes as well as the author’s three adorable children. Organized by season, the book offers ideas for such gatherings as: Welcome Spring Brunch, Berry Picking Party, Back to School Breakfast, Fireside Supper, and a Rainy Afternoon Feast.

Lose weight fast with the international diet sensation. Diet two days a week. Eat a Mediterranean diet for five. The 2-Day Diet is easy to follow, easy to stick to, and clinically tested. Simply eat a low carb, high protein diet two days a week, and follow the classic Mediterranean Diet (now recognized as the gold standard in warding off heart disease) for the other five. The 2-Day Diet is designed to maximize weight loss, minimize muscle loss and keep you feeling full. It can have dramatic anti-aging and anti-cancer benefits. With this diet you can finally be slim, fit and healthy. With meal plans and 100 delicious and filling recipes. “A far more effective way to lose weight.” —Daily Mail “Put an end to 24/7 calorie counting.” —The Sun “Revolutionary and clinically proven.” —Good Housekeeping

Everyone loves food. But did you know that every day is a national food or drink holiday? It’s true! There’s National Bloody Mary Day, National Cheese Lover’s Day, and even National Blueberry Pancake Day—just to name a few. Based on the popular blog Almanac of Eats, Eat the Year is a tribute to food-lovers everywhere that introduces a national food or drink holiday for every day of the year. From National Martini Day to National Chip and Dip Day, this book includes tasty recipes, food history, and a variety of food holidays that are as diverse as they are delicious!

If you’re like Rachael Ray, mealtime is a time to hang out and reconnect with family and friends. That means you could be making a late dinner for you and your sweetie one night and making brunch for your entire family the next day. No matter how many people join the party, Rachael firmly believes that cooking should be fun, easy–and done in 30 minutes or less. Transforming recipes for four into recipes for two or eight can be a tricky guessing game. If you use twice the amount of chicken will you have to cook it twice as long? Is it possible to make a satisfying pot of soup for two without having to eat leftovers for a week? What’s the best–and most economical–way to feed a crowd of eight? With Rachael Ray: 2, 4, 6, 8 there’s no need to guess, because Rachael has designed right-sized menus for every occasion, with perfect meals for two, four, six, or eight. For date night you don’t want tons of food, so Rachael’s Croque Madame sandwich with a Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette salad and a killer vodka cocktail strike just the right note. For family dinners, double dates, or those who love leftovers, Rachael whips up classic meals for four like Wingless Buffalo Chicken Pizza or Grilled Shrimp with Chorizo Skewers. For poker night with your buddies, Rachael knows exactly which ingredients stretch into a 30-minute meal for six, like Uptown Sweet and Spicy Sausage Hoagies. Throwing a dinner party is a pleasure when you’re armed with stress-free meals for eight like Italian Chicken Pot Pie and Boozy Berries and Biscuits. With complete menus for family dinners as well as easy and impressive meals for entertaining plus lots of super simple desserts that taste like a million, no matter what the occasion, the perfect meal for your crowd is never more 30 minutes away.

Presents a guide to cultivating an efficient and beautiful vegetable garden, from growing seedlings to preventing diseases, and provides twenty-four different plans for optimum crop yield.

The best Guitar Book for Beginners: Learn chords and play your favorite songs on your guitar Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of guitar playing? Look no further! "Learn to play the guitar in 50 days: Magic Chords" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the guitar as a beginner, designed specifically for those who are just starting out. This book is not just another instructional manual; it's the best guitar book for beginners, meticulously crafted to ensure you build a solid foundation and enjoy every step of your learning process. From the very first page, you'll find that this book is written in a clear, engaging, and accessible manner. No prior musical experience? No problem! Each chapter is structured to take you from the basics of holding the guitar and tuning it, to playing your first chords and songs. With step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and practical tips, you'll feel confident and excited to pick up your guitar every day as a beginner. Master Essential Chords and playing skills! One of the key focuses of this book is chord mastery. Understanding and playing chords as a beginner is fundamental to your guitar-playing journey. "Learn to play the guitar in 50 days – Magic Chords" breaks down the most essential chords into easy-to-understand diagrams and explanations. You'll learn how to transition smoothly between chords, play popular chord progressions, and develop strumming patterns that will give life to your music. By the end of the book, you'll have a repertoire of chords that will enable you to play a wide variety of songs. We believe that the best way to stay motivated is to play the music you love. That's why this book includes a selection of popular songs across different genres that you can start playing almost immediately. From classic rock and pop hits to timeless acoustic ballads, you'll find something that resonates with your musical taste. Each song is accompanied by chord diagrams tailored to beginners, so you can start jamming right away. Are you a beginner? Don't wait any longer. Start your musical journey today with the best guitar book for beginners. Learn chords, play your favorite songs on your guitar, and experience the joy of making music with "Learn to play the guitar in 50 days – Magic Chords". Why is it unique among guitar book for beginners? Here are 12 convincing arguments: 1. Short, comprehensible theoretical guide with illustrations at the beginning 2. Tabs and chords of the 200 best-known international hits played most often at guitar parties and gatherings in one place 3. The songs are transposed to the easiest chords to play, making it easy to practice 4. If you use a cap, we show you where to put it for the original tone 5. The chords of the original key are also indicated 6. Chords are in the right place, right where you need to switch (no sliding) 7. You will find a pictorial illustration of each chord in each song right next to the tab 8. The songs are grouped into 5 levels of difficulty, the level of difficulty is indicated for each song 9. We start with easy-to-play songs and gradually move towards more difficult songs 10. At the beginning of the book, you can find all the presented guitar tabs in a table, which you can open immediately by clicking on the title of the song (you don't have to scroll there, your index finger won't get tired 11. By clicking on the orange arrow next to the songs, you can jump back to the above-mentioned table 12. Thanks to the digital format, you can practically project the guitar tabs onto the screen, so everyone has access to the lyrics and chords of the song in a group This guitar book is more than just a collection of chords and techniques. It's a roadmap for your growth as a beginner guitarist. Whether your ambition is to strum your favorite songs around a campfire, perform on stage, or compose your own music, this guide will equip you with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration you need. Click on the link bellow for more information: https://www.chordsforbeginners.com/p/magic-chords-e-book.html