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Autumn from the Heart of the Home

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Branch's latest book "Autumn from the Heart of the Home" is packed with quotes, stories, decorating tips, gift ideas, and, of course, the delicious recipes she is known for. Readers can enjoy appetizers like Indian Shuck Bread with Maple Butter and "football fan tested and approved" Crunchy Chicken. Side dishes like Potatoes Anna with Branch's own special twist is sure to make mouths' water. The Main Dish section includes such delicacies as Braised Lamb Shanks and Lime Salmon. There are also kid-friendly meals like Chicken in Cream Sauce over Happy Rice, Macaroni and Cheese, and Potato Bugs.

Like all of her books, Branch has included a selection of delectable desserts. Fall favorites like Gingerbread Cake and Cranberry Apple Crisp provide homey warmth as the days grow cooler. For those special occasions, readers will want to try the French Éclair Wreath or Toasted Snowballs in Chocolate Sauce. Branch also provides several cookie recipes (the brownies truly are "the best"). "Autumn from the Heart of the Home" also has ideas and recipes for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving gatherings, and fall picnics.

Branch's books just keep getting better and better. Each one motivates me to add special touches to my home and fill my house with friends. By sharing her stories and memories, she inspires me to carry on my family traditions and create new ones with my children. I think this book is my favorite so far. Since moving to California, I miss those New England autumns. Reading "Autumn from the Heart of the Home" was almost like taking a trip back.

This is the perfect book for celebrating all the joys of Autumn - cozy recipes, decorating tips, memory-provoking stories, and ideas for all-out Autumnal merrymaking! Get this book, put on your coziest sweater, make yourself a cup of tea or cocoa, light a little candle or the fireplace, and dive into the beautiful pages. Then, tomorrow, dive into a pile of leaves!

This has to be the best of all from Susan Branch -- how she keeps her work so fresh and interesting is absolutly amazing plus
she has the best recipes you can find in any book -- I get her annual newsletter "Willard" and in it she says she tests all that she includes --and I believe it. That shows me how hard she works and how much she cares ... She let us all know AUTUMN would be coming out in her letter and I was one of the first in line to get it -- and could not lay it down until I had read it cover to cover -- It`s that interesting! --and the artwork is--
-- a work of ART ! Facinating ! I cant wait for October to get here so I can make that Gingerbread Cake for Halloween . My daughter says,"when she grows up she wants to BE Susan Branch!"
This is a smart kid ...and Thank You Susan , You Made Our Day !

I have to admit, I am a big fan of Susan Branch's books. There is something comforting about cracking open one of her new books and delving in. I don't know if it is the colorful, homey drawings, the short little asides about her family or her traditions, or if it is that the recipes are so easily made and delicious. I just love the books and "Autumn" is no exception.

I am not one that normally gets excited about fall, being a summer lover, but I can't help to love all the rich colors and fantastic recipes. This year I made the sweet potato casserole, which includes sherry and walnuts, and it is a favorite for our Thanksgiving celebration.

I have tagged the pages of recipes I want to try, and, well, let's just say it will take me a while to get through them all, from simple ideas, to more labor intensive recipes. Her recipes are simple, with ingredients that you know, and will find in your pantry more often than not. It is the kind of book that you will cook from often, like recipes that your mom has handed down to you for just good old home cooking.

I also loved the small section on halloween, and especially the halloween punch, with the highlight being the ice hands that you make by cleaning a latex glove, and pushing stemless cherries in the fingers and filling with water and freezing....make two she suggests, so that when one melts you have a new hand to throw in the punchbowl.

If you are a fan of Susan's or would just really enjoy a beautifully put together book, with quotes, colors and wonderful recipes, this is for you.

This book is so warm and inviting to me. I loved it so much that I bought it for my little sister, as well as myself. She loved it too. If you are a lover of the Autumn season, and I am, then you will also love this book, I am sure.

If you are a Susan Branch fan, chances are you already have this wonderful book. "Autumn" delivers the season with no holds barred. The inside of the book is covered with warm oak leaves and acorns ~ a perfect hint as to what is inside! From seasonal decorating and party hints to the delicious recipes, the celebration of Autumn is all here!

The Cranberry Apple Crisp and the Pumpkin Cheese Cake are two of our favoites. Both easy to make and scrumptous! All hand-written, Susan has included short stories and wonderful illustrations in the warm,toasty autumn colors. This book is a must-have for anyone who simply loves autumn!

What an excellent cookbook. And it makes a wonderful gift. The recipes are wonderful and the artistry in the book is delightful! I personally use this and have given several as gifts. Practical recipes. It is fun just to sit down and read it!

I think that Susan Branch epitomizes New England and most especially Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. Her books are just wonderful and I personally own a collection of them. I display them as part of my decor due to the wonderful way in which she puts them together. Her notes and anecdotes are absolutely devine and I hope she keeps on publishing her work.

This purchase was actually a gift, the 5th time I've given this book as a gift, I've owned my own copy since it was initially released. I am a huge Susan Branch fan and this is one of my favorites. It is a lovely edition with excellent recipes, ideas and feel good stories. Will purchase again in the future, can't wait for her next release.

This book is a celebration of my favorite season - fall! There are so many fun ideas - good recipes, cute stories, gift ideas, decorations and other ways to put your own personal touch on the season. The sections are short and easy to fit into a busy schedule. Or, if you've got time, brew some tea and sit for a minute to savor the thoughts. Either way, you'll get warm fuzzy's for fall!