Customer Reviews

Make it Super Simple with G. Garvin

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I have both books. I do like the first book better. Here's why: I am an advanced cook. Super Simple is for less ambitious cooks. I do think Garvin has done an excellent job at keeping the simple from being boring. Three-cheese andouille-and-spinach stuffed tomatoes??! Come on now.

If you never learned to cook, you might not want to start with this book. It's Super Simple for folks who know their way around the kitchen. However, there is a section, "Don't Be Scared," for true beginning cooks. There's even a glossary to help understand key techniques.

This book still has merit if you are an intermediate and above cook. If you want to mix it up on a Tuesday night, grab this book -- great flavors with most recipes under an hour to prepare.

I think there are more pics of the food than him this time. I'm okay with that :-)

This was the first G.Gavin book I have purchased and I am so happy. I loved how quick and yummy the receipes are and they are especially perfect for the busy person who doesn't have loads of time to cook. I have made several of the receipes and each one is so tasty. My family is falling in love G.Gavin and can't wait till I try another one of his receipes.

Beginning cooks and on-the-go moms this cookbook is for you. There are nearly 200 recipes that are straightforward and quick to prepare. The G-Notes and G-Gotta-Be-Quick Tips at the bottom of every other page provide helpful tips and timely tricks to preparing these tasty meals. The glossary and top ten cooking tips are extremely beneficial for those wanting to hone their culinary skills. G. Garvin offers sensible twists on everyday dishes like: grilled chicken with prosciutto, asparagus pasta primavera, and crispy oven-baked fish. However, there are some ingredients not found in every pantry or fridge: swordfish, Roquefort cheese, and fruit compote to name a few.

G. Garvin gives his nod to the everyday cook. This book has more instruction and more pictures of food then the first. The commentary provided before each chapter reminds you of an old-fashioned soul food Sunday dinner time conversation. So get ready to add a few twists to your average monthly menu. Hook up wit ya boy, G. Garvin.

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I own both of G. Garvin's cookbooks. His recipes are very tasty and simple to put together. The ingredients used are not all that difficult to find either.

The only reason why I gave this book four stars out of five is because of the use of his line of seasonings, i.e., G's BBQ Spice Rub, G's Salt Seasoning, G's Lemon Pepper Seasoning, and G's Blackening Spice, in a few of his recipes. No suggestion of alternative seasonings are given. I will admit, though, that if you were to go to his first book Turn Up the Heat with G. Garvin you'll be able to find the recipe for his blackening spice and three others. His BBQ Spice Rub, Salt Seasoning and Lemon Pepper Seasoning will have to be purchased off of his website.

With that being said, the book still contains numerous recipes that do not call for the use of his line of seasonings. Perhaps he'll reveal those recipes in his next book????

I love to cook and G. Garvin just so happen to be my favorite chef in the world besides my mother and grandmother. It doesn't hurt that he's super cute and this book was very inexpensive. I love it and have already cooked three meals from it.

I love, love, love this cookbook. It is absolutely great for the way I cook. It has easy recipes, great photos and shares some personal tidbits that make you respect the author for his efforts. I use this book nearly everyday and it has quickly become a staple for me. I am in the process of buying more of his books as I am very satisfied with this purchase. Cannot think of anything negative to say at all.

I'm so in love with G Garvin Cooking Style....so so so so happy I got this book

I love all his books, I now own all three and looking forward to the next one. I also love his shows, I have tried to cook some of his receipes and had found many was very easy.

Love it Love it Love it all the recipes are super simple and the ingredients I have on hand. This is a must have cookbook...Thanks G. Garvin

I have 3 cookbooks of G. Garvin as well as video's of his cooking all are great.