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The Twinkies Cookbook: An Inventive and Unexpected Recipe Collection from Hostess (Hardcover)

by Hostess (Creator) "Of course, one wonders if a few persistent tall tales have had a little something to do with the timeless mystique..." (more)
Key Phrases: Arrange the Twinkies

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In 2005, as part of Twinkies’ 75th anniversary celebration, Hostess put out a call for recipes, asking people to share their ideas for cooking—yes, cooking—with Twinkies. Hundreds of people from across the country responded with an amazing collection of homegrown, creative, and sometimes wacky recipes. Nostalgic, colorful, and a delight for the whole family, this is the perfect book for the Twinkie lover in all of us.

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* The official Twinkies cookbook, showcasing hardcore fans’ recipes for fun, new ways—sweet and savory!—to enjoy Twinkies. * Includes more than 50 recipes and 20 full-color photographs. * Features a historical introduction to the Twinkie, complete with archival photographs and advertisements. About Twinkies: "The Twinkie is the perfect postmodern artifact, a pop culture staple."

—Baltimore Sun "The genius of Twinkies is they are exactly what they are—amazingly simple and tres elegantes."

—Jane Stern, coauthor of Roadfood "[The doctor] said it wouldn’t hurt me, so I even ate a Twinkie in intensive care."

—Ninety-year-old Twinkie-eating legend Lewis Browning, Washington Post

Selected Recipes:

Twinkie Sushi

Twinkie Burrito

Pigs in a Twinkie

Pumpkin Twinkie Bread Pudding

Peanut Butter and Jelly Twinkie Cake

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Product Details

Hardcover: 112 pages
Publisher: Ten Speed Press; illustrated edition edition (May 1, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1580087566
ISBN-13: 978-1580087568
Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 7.1 x 0.6 inches
Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Weird - but surprisingly yum :-), April 10, 2006

By	Little Miss Cutey (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)

I love Twinkies. So when I saw this interesting sounding book, I scooped it up and checked it out. Because I can't get Twinkies here in Australia, they are one of the first purchases I make when I'm back in the States. On the cover it does mention that it is 'inventive' and 'unexpected'. They are right. It certainly is very inventive. A lady from Baton Rouge has sent in a recipe for Twinkie Sushi. Now although there is no seaweed involved (you use green fruit leather instead), the concept is still quite bizzare and I'm deciding whether I give that one a go or not.
Possibly one of the 'grossest' sounding recipe is Pigs in a Twinkie - and this time there is no substitute for the sausage. You DO use sausage along with the twinkies. I'm sorry but that is one I know I won't try.
Despite those weird recipes, some in the book sound and look absolutely delicious and I can't wait to give them a go. The Twinkie Burrito looks fabulous (a real burrito wrap, but with chocolate and strawberries and twinkies - how can you go wrong). There is even a wedding cake recipe.
Overall, this is a fun recipe book. It is interesting, fattening, yet certainly fun and while you won't probably make everything contained in this book, you will definately be intrigued to try quite a few. Just try not to eat the twinkies before they go in the ingrediant mixture. Yum.

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5.0 out of 5 stars More Fun with Twinkies!, June 2, 2006

By	L Smith "acozylover" (Macomb, MI) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

What a cute book for the Twinkie lover in all of us! I love quirky cookbooks, and have quite a collection. I received this as a gift, and was amused and intrigued at the same time. It never occurred to me that there would be a cookbook with just recipes for Twinkies, but then again, why not? Also included is information regarding the 75 year history of the Twinkie...and yes, they do poke fun at the shelf life of a Twinkie!

The chapters include "Fruity Twinkies", "Twinkies Take the Cake", "Twinkies A' LA Mode", "Twinkie Drinks", "Twinkie Stack-Ups", "Gourmet Twinkies", and "Twinkies and Meat". I agree with the previous reviewer and have not tried any recipes from the "meat" chapter, although the rest of the book is yummy!

Some of our favorites include: Twinkie Burrito, Twinkie �clair, Twinkie Strawberry Shortcake, and Twinkie Banana Split. Enjoy!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fun book, January 3, 2007

By	L. Gillin (Michigan) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

My 8 year old daugther saw this book and wanted it. We got it for her for Christmas and were pleasantly surprised with the many clever and fun recipes. We have only tried 1 so far, but look forward to trying some more. History of Twinkies, bright pictures and easy directions fill the book.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Cute, but recipes aren't great.
My hubby loves Twinkies and received this book from a coworker. The past 2 birthdays, instead of home-made Twinkies, he has chosen a recipe from this book for me to make for his... Read more

Published 1 month ago by Jill E. Ruebush

2.0 out of 5 stars Not that great
The recipes in this book are not what one would try on a regular basis. I would not recommend this book for purchase

Published 15 months ago by R. dukes

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun gift for a serious cook
I gave this book to my brother for his birthday. Everyone had a few good laughs over the different recipes. Read more

Published 15 months ago by Christina

4.0 out of 5 stars Pump up the kitsch!
A very fun read! The recipes fall into three categories: the predictable (but yummy), the unpredictable but look like they'd be fun to make, and the downright bizarre. Read more

Published 15 months ago by S. D. McIntosh

5.0 out of 5 stars MMmmmmm Twinkies
I got this for my boyfriend as a semi-gag Christmas gift, and we love it! I cook a lot and would have never thought to do some of the things that Hostess has come up with. Read more

Published 18 months ago by S. Shrader

5.0 out of 5 stars A slue of fun and tasty recipes
Wow, what a fun little book! This book contains a slue of fun and tasty recipes, all made with that quintessential American treat, the Twinkie! Read more

Published 23 months ago by Kurt A. Johnson

4.0 out of 5 stars "The Twinkies Cookbook"
This was the identical book I saw in a small, specialty shop, but cost a lot less. I only wish the corners of this book arrived not folded over.

Published on January 9, 2007 by W. Rogers

5.0 out of 5 stars Twinkie twinkie little snack, I wonder how you became all that
Come on, lighten up! After getting this book I went to a party with my Twinke sushi, what a hit! A friend made the Twinke wedding cake! So much fun for a little book!

Published on January 9, 2007 by Christopher Hurtubise

5.0 out of 5 stars Comfort Food at its Best
What a wonderful little book! This book takes childhood comfort food to a new level. If you are a babyboomer, this book is a must--even if you do not cook. Read more

Published on January 5, 2007 by Edwin Rigsbee

4.0 out of 5 stars a thoughtful and inventive birthday gift
My girlfriend loves twinkies so I bought this sort of as a gag gift having NO idea the brownie (or should I say twinkie) points it would give. Read more

Published on November 9, 2006 by Barrett G. Mayes

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