Recipes, crafts, gardening tips, and fascinating lore abound in this handsome celebration of the enchanting lemon. From a bright Lemon Gremolata to savory Lemon-Parsley Biscuits, simple recipes make the delightful tang of lemons the main attraction. There are also clever and useful lemon crafts to try, including a luscious Lemon Lip Balm, easy Lemon Pomanders to freshen the linen closet, and Lemon Cough Syrup to soothe the throat. The fascinating history of this beloved fruit takes readers on a journey across land and time, from its origins in the Mediterranean to its reign in Morocco and Tunisia, across continents to Europe and eventually America. With gorgeous photographs, practical wisdom, wonderful gift ideas, and homey delights, this charming book is the complete compendium for true lemon lovers.
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When life gives you lemons, you'll find fresh ideas for making lemonade and much more in the attractive little book, Lemons: Growing, Gathering, Cooking, Crafting. Food and lifestyle writer Kate Chynoweth, recipe creator Elizabeth Woodson, and photographer Rita Maas demonstrate this sunny fruit's versatility by delving into its history and offering up an assortment of helpful hints and uses both in the kitchen and beyond.
The first of the book's five chapters recounts the lore of the lemon, beginning with its original cultivation 2,000 years ago in India. Other chapters include information on different types of lemons, instructions for growing lemons in the garden and in containers, as well as suggestions for cooking and crafts. Tips are practical--such as how to pick out a lemon--and precise--why, for example, lemon juice should be added after a sauce has thickened, lest the acid interfere with starch molecule bonds.
Although the recipes are not extensive, 22 for food (no main courses) and 16 for crafts, there's a little something for everyone, from sweet treats to candles to cold remedies. What stand out most are the clever presentation ideas for gifts: simple packaging techniques describe ways to dress up an economical lemon recipe into an elegant party favor or present. --Jennifer Wyatt --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
About the Author
Kate Chynoweth is a Seattle-based editor and writer.
Elizabeth Woodson has written and produced features for Food & Wine and other lifestyle magazines. She divides her time between New York City and Vermont.
Rita Maas is an award-wining photographer specializing in food and still lifes for over sixteen years. Her work has appeared in Gourmet, Health, and Parents Magazine. She lives and works in New York City. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Elizabeth Woodson has written and produced features for Food & Wine and other lifestyle magazines. She divides her time between New York City and Vermont.
Rita Maas is an award-wining photographer specializing in food and still lifes for over sixteen years. Her work has appeared in Gourmet, Health, and Parents Magazine. She lives and works in New York City. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is a great idea-maker for that lemon tree in your yard. The auther is very creative, crafty, and detail-oriented.
Below is a listing of recipes included.
lemon vodka
lemon drop cocktail
sparkling lemonade with lemon-slice daisies
honey lemon chips
lemon-parsley biscuits
classic hollandaise sauce
flavored butters
preserved lemons
vinaigrette trio
oil-cured olives
gremolata
buttermilk pie
strawberry-lemon pops
lemon ducks
citrus suckers
lemon sponge pudding
lemon-champagne sorbet garnished with frosted grapes
lemon-coconut cupcakes with lemon-cream cheese frosting
lemon-blueberry muffins
sherbet sandwhiches
lemon curd
meyer lemon marmalade
Below are other creative items to make with lemons.
lemon-lavender splash
lemon lip balm
lemon-lime layered bath oil
lemon-mint foot bath
cold-remedy trio
lemon meringue pie lotion
little lemon soaps in lemon leaf purses
beauty box
house-cleaning quartet
lemon print note cards
little lemon cachepot
pomanders
sugared lemons
lemon herb windowsill garden
cleansing candle
lemon potpourri
Below is a listing of recipes included.
lemon vodka
lemon drop cocktail
sparkling lemonade with lemon-slice daisies
honey lemon chips
lemon-parsley biscuits
classic hollandaise sauce
flavored butters
preserved lemons
vinaigrette trio
oil-cured olives
gremolata
buttermilk pie
strawberry-lemon pops
lemon ducks
citrus suckers
lemon sponge pudding
lemon-champagne sorbet garnished with frosted grapes
lemon-coconut cupcakes with lemon-cream cheese frosting
lemon-blueberry muffins
sherbet sandwhiches
lemon curd
meyer lemon marmalade
Below are other creative items to make with lemons.
lemon-lavender splash
lemon lip balm
lemon-lime layered bath oil
lemon-mint foot bath
cold-remedy trio
lemon meringue pie lotion
little lemon soaps in lemon leaf purses
beauty box
house-cleaning quartet
lemon print note cards
little lemon cachepot
pomanders
sugared lemons
lemon herb windowsill garden
cleansing candle
lemon potpourri
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book was exactly what I was looking for. I'm growing meyer lemons and it has everything I needed to know about growing lemons, crafting and recipes for using them. Couldn't find another book of it's kind anywhere.
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