Jewish Cooking Boot Camp takes every last ounce of intimidation out of Jewish cooking while serving up a hearty helping of family, culture, and other flavors to savor.
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Whatever tribe readers may belong to, they're sure to find a few new favorites (and an auxiliary Jewish grandma) in this terrific collection, which has the feel of a conversation with a caring relative. Authors Marks and Carneiro state up front that they aren't "keeping kosher or following rules" in their compilation of menus, organized by holiday (complete with wine pairings), though they do include a wealth of thoughtful tips for those who prefer to stick by tradition. Yes, brisket, latkes, kugel and flourless Passover Brownies make the mix, but so does a kosher caipirinha (utilizing kosher cachaca). The emphasis is on flavorful home cooking: chicken noodle soup, Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, and a simple ice cream pie will appeal to cooks of any faith. Anecdotes, quirky suggestions (like a list of Chanukah-appropriate hip-hop), and tips for buying and presentation jostle with recipes like a busy, satisfying family dinner, providing new cooks and those intimidated by Jewish cuisine a comforting, familial vibe.
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Straight from the kitchen of a fun, fabulous Jewish mom and her daughter, Jewish Cooking Boot Camp is a guide to whipping up traditional favorites for a new generation. Handed down over the decades, these recipes and tips will take even the most kitchen-challenged gal (or guy) confidently through the Jewish holidays and other important occasions (such as inviting a significant other’s mother for dinner!). Setting out from basic training, it goes on to cover Shabbat, Rosh Hashanah, Chanukah, Yom Kippur, Passover, and other holidays, and includes special chapters on take-along foods and comfort foods.
In addition to more than fifty traditional (and nontraditional) recipes, Roz and Andrea provide expert tips from Jewish bartenders, DJs, nutritionists, and party planners; interviews with rabbis about
creating modern family traditions; inspirational traditions from Jewish families around the globe; and kosher wine pairings. Jewish Cooking Boot Camp takes every last ounce of intimidation out of Jewish cooking while serving up a hearty helping of family, culture, and other flavors to savor.
creating modern family traditions; inspirational traditions from Jewish families around the globe; and kosher wine pairings. Jewish Cooking Boot Camp takes every last ounce of intimidation out of Jewish cooking while serving up a hearty helping of family, culture, and other flavors to savor.
Among the 50+ easy-to-make recipes:
Onion Noodle Kugel | Edith’s Red Wine Brisket | Spinach Cheese Squares
Blintz Soufflé | Honey Cake | The Best Flourless Latkes You Have Ever Had
Aunt Frieda’s Passover Nut Cake
Onion Noodle Kugel | Edith’s Red Wine Brisket | Spinach Cheese Squares
Blintz Soufflé | Honey Cake | The Best Flourless Latkes You Have Ever Had
Aunt Frieda’s Passover Nut Cake
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59 of 69 people found the following review helpful
By Turtle0605
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
You take chances when you order a book sight unseen.
That being said, I urge readers to use caution with this book, especially if you are planning to prepare a meal according to Jewish Dietary Laws. Many of the recipes are "kosher style" and mix dairy and meat products in the same recipe, or suggest the pairing of a dairy recipe as a side dish to a meat one.
But the worst offense is the recipe for a crab salad that is meant to be served before the Yom Kippur fast. Come on! The author specifically recommends that you eat a specifically non-kosher food before the holiest day of the year. Yes, I know there is fake crab that can be used. But that is not mentioned as an optionin the recipe. And there is another page that lists what foods are kosher and which are not, but it is not referenced on this page.
If this were a regular cookbook that was not titled as "Jewish", I'd just ignore the recipe. But I question why it had to be included in the first place.
With only 50 recipes in the book, it wasn't a great bargain anyway. I got Denise Phillips' new release in the same package. I highly recommend her book as a far better value and more authentic. Go with "New Flavours of the Jewish Table" if you are looking for a brand-new cookbook.
That being said, I urge readers to use caution with this book, especially if you are planning to prepare a meal according to Jewish Dietary Laws. Many of the recipes are "kosher style" and mix dairy and meat products in the same recipe, or suggest the pairing of a dairy recipe as a side dish to a meat one.
But the worst offense is the recipe for a crab salad that is meant to be served before the Yom Kippur fast. Come on! The author specifically recommends that you eat a specifically non-kosher food before the holiest day of the year. Yes, I know there is fake crab that can be used. But that is not mentioned as an optionin the recipe. And there is another page that lists what foods are kosher and which are not, but it is not referenced on this page.
If this were a regular cookbook that was not titled as "Jewish", I'd just ignore the recipe. But I question why it had to be included in the first place.
With only 50 recipes in the book, it wasn't a great bargain anyway. I got Denise Phillips' new release in the same package. I highly recommend her book as a far better value and more authentic. Go with "New Flavours of the Jewish Table" if you are looking for a brand-new cookbook.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful cookbook with lots of humor and insightful tidbits about Jewish holiday cooking
August 6, 2009
Format:Paperback
I received this book the other day and couldn't put it down once I started reading it. I can't wait to begin using these recipes. The authors are very witty and quite relatable. I love all of the little quips about their family members and friends. I highly recommend this book to any Jewish girl in her 20's and 30's. It is such a new, fun spin on old family recipes that should be a staple on everyone's kitchen shelf.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Chef 727
Format:Paperback
This is the perfect book for the young Jewish cook. This book is full of great recipes and I loved the personal style it was written in. The authors welcome you into their kitchens with recipes that have been a part of their family for many years. I LOVED the Chocolate Chip Lace cookies. I made them with my toddler, they were very simple and delicious! They would definitely make a great a addition to any Hanukkah Party. I recommend this book for any young 20 or 30 something hosting their first Jewish holiday. This book would also make a great bridal shower gift for a young Jewish bride.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
Clever but disappointing
I think the idea behind this book is really clever and even though a lot of the recipes are in bad taste because they are against the kosher cooking style, I bought it anyway. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Jessica L
1.0 out of 5 stars
Crab dip for Yom Kippur? Oy vey!
I was really disappointed by this book. They suggest serving crab dip for pre-Yom Kippur dinner! Many of the recipes and menus mix meat and dairy. Read more
Published on April 30, 2011 by Rachel
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Jewish Boot Camp Cookbook
Cute title but not really what MY Jewish Grandmother would have cooked! This is a great gift idea for a young bride or young woman just starting out on her own but it is in no way... Read more
Published on September 20, 2010 by kksowner
5.0 out of 5 stars
great engagement gift
I bought this for a newly engaged young jewish gal that has little experience with cooking and she loved it. Read more
Published on March 12, 2010 by Lori F. Schankerman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great
I bought this as a gift for a friend who is Jewish. She was really happy to receive it. We both found several recipes we want to try in the future. Read more
Published on December 30, 2009 by Meg G. Koenigsknecht
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not Kosher!
I was very surprised to see non-Kosher recipes in a "Jewish" Cookbook. I can't imagine that the proverbial"Jewish Grandmother" would mix meat and dairy, or would serve shellfish... Read more
Published on November 29, 2009 by KarenP
3.0 out of 5 stars
Very basic cooking
This book is good for the younger crowd just starting out with cooking. If you are already an accomplished home cook there is not much new that you couldn't find in the Joy of... Read more
Published on November 16, 2009 by C. Perez
5.0 out of 5 stars
practical
Really practical :)
Easy to read, great tips and suggestions.
Great buy, could be a really good present for a bride to be (my case), she will love you and be more than... Read more
Easy to read, great tips and suggestions.
Great buy, could be a really good present for a bride to be (my case), she will love you and be more than... Read more
Published on October 26, 2009 by laura
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent!
I purchased this cook book and have already tried several of the recipes including the mandel bread and cucumber salad. Read more
Published on September 28, 2009 by Marta Nobo
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Best Cook Book Ever
This book was awesome!! Amazing!!! It has wonderful recipes and the book was better than expected. Everyone should own this book.
Published on September 10, 2009 by Tatiana Maldonado
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