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by Junior League of Houston (Author)
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There is nothing amateurish about Stop and Smell the Rosemary, which won first prize in the McIlhenny community cookbook competition for 1996. (McIlhenny are the folks from Louisiana who bring you Tabasco sauce.) The theme of this handsome book is food suited to today's style of entertaining. Dishes are classy and simple. Most are familiar, but with a twist that works. It's hard to go wrong with Ginger Shrimp Toast, any of the fine roasts and stews, or desserts like Pecan Chocolate Chunk Brownies. Recipes are supposedly quadruple-tested and it looks like the Houston Junior League has a passel of good cooks based on the useful hints and technical tips they pass along in side notes. There are recipes with local character, like Texas White Chili and Fried Okra, and distinctive dishes like $10 Hamburgers and Mangaspacho. Think of this book when you need to give a gift.

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The 1997 national award-winning cookbook offers over 500 mouthwatering recipes that feature fresh ingredients and ease of preparation. Over 100 color photographs and a fabulous entertaining section are profiled. Unique sidebars highlight common traditions associated with food (for example, the history of the birthday cake). The book is a winner of the Benjamin Franklin, Small Press, and Tabasco awards for best cookbook.

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  • Hardcover: 296 pages
  • Publisher: Wimmer Cookbooks (September 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0963242121
  • ISBN-13: 978-0963242129
  • Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.6 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #45,631 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, June 30, 2003
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I hate having cookbooks where every recipe needs exotic ingredients and cost $... to make. This is a wonderful cookbook (and believe me- I have many). I found that most ingredients are easily accessible in the supermarket and the results are usually a lot for little effort. Some favorites are the lemon yogurt muffins, herbed beer bread, and ANY of the pasta dishes. I have a lot of vegetarian friends and some times struggle to find a happy medium for both...this book has a lot of great non-meat alternatives that aren't just side dishes. There's also a lot of lower fat/calorie dishes. The recipes are unique and tasty. I grab this book first when I know company is coming-- it's definitely worth the money.
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28 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Not your typical Jr. League Cookbook!, November 26, 1999
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I have been inundated with Jr. League cookbooks over the years, and most resemble nothing more than a cookbook of typical, unimaginative recipes compiled by housewives with nothing to do. I would rank them equal to the typical church group cookbooks that are published day and in and day out. Stop and Smell the Rosemary sets a new, refreshing standard for cookbooks of this nature. This book is truly a class act. Each recipe I have tried has been nothing short of amazing and wonderful.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Hands down, my favorite cookbook, February 16, 2005
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I have owned this cookbook for several years and I have given it as a hostess gift numerous times. The recipes in it have never failed me and I feel completely confident to do a first run for guests. The photos are amazing and I especially like the table setting pictures and the lineup of every piece of flatware imaginable.
If you haven't tried the recipes for chicken salad with cranberries and pecans, the grilled pork tenderloin with dijon mustard and orange marmalade, the mushroom pate, or the field greens with spicy pecans and blue cheese (I substitute feta), get in the kitchen now and start cooking. I promise, you will love them all.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Stop and Smell the Rosemary
This is an excellent cookbook, not only in content, but in the quality hard cover and readable print. I am so happy to have had it recommended for my cookbook library! Read more
Published 17 months ago by Laverne N. Jaudes

5.0 out of 5 stars Dog-eared and Well Loved
I have found every recipe created from this book to be so delicious and crowd pleasing. A staple item that I make at least three times a week are the Whipping Cream biscuits... Read more
Published 17 months ago by protoflux

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
This is my favorite cookbook. Because the recipes are very thoroughly tested, unlike many cookbooks, I can trust that the recipes are accurate and easy to follow. Read more
Published 19 months ago by D. Pearson

4.0 out of 5 stars Stop and Smell the Rosemary: REcipes and Traditions to Remember
Absolutely wonderful cookbook! A must have for the kitchen! Beautiful bith in pictures and recipes!
Published on March 20, 2006 by Aloe "Vera"

5.0 out of 5 stars Stop and Smell the Rosemary
I have collected cookbooks for the past 45 years, and this is absolutely one of the BEST!!! It is beautifully illustrated and full of unusual recipes. Read more
Published on February 22, 2006 by Jan Anderson

5.0 out of 5 stars I am in Total agreement!!!
Try also the Khalua Gingerbread, the spicey meat loaf, the baked salmon - I take this cookbook with me every summer and use only this cookbook.
Published on August 9, 2004 by MArk Twain

5.0 out of 5 stars Believe All the Reviews!
As an avid "foodie", I've got hundreds of cookbooks, and this is clearly one of the best! The Tomato-Basil Soup and the Peppercorn Chicken alone are worth the price of... Read more
Published on February 4, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Only One Was Bad
Along with the supper club on our block, we have made dozens of dishes in this book and so far we've only had one bad one: The asparagas (sp?) with Champagne Sauce. Read more
Published on January 22, 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Cookbook Yet
This is by far, the best cookbook I've ever purchased, and I've purchased many. I've done about 30 of the recipes here and I've got major kudos each time. Read more
Published on October 14, 2002 by Carolina

5.0 out of 5 stars Stop and Smell the Rosemary:Recipes and Traditions to Rememb
I have yet to make a recipe from this book that wasn't fabulous. Excellent directions given and generally big bang for the effort.
Published on April 26, 2002 by Jill

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