aj12754's Profile

From: Montclair, NJ USA

Joined: November 22nd, 2009

About me: I can't be the only person who starts thinking about what to cook next while I am doing the dishes for the meal I just finished eating ... right?

Favorite cookbook: I flirt with all of them. But I am a sucker for good writing and great pictures.

Favorite recipe: Pretty much any combo of good bread and great cheese.

Slow-Roasted Tomatoes from One Good Dish

A dish that could not be simpler to make, and absolutely delicious. Topped the cooled tomato with a room temperature slice of mozzarella drizzled with EVOO and some ribbons of basil. A real treat. read more >

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Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics: Fabulous Flavor from Simple Ingredients

By Ina Garten
Clarkson Potter - 2008

I like all of Ina's cookbooks but especially this one and Barefoot in Paris. The recipes are very reliable, simple, and delicious ... which makes this a perfect gift for young people starting out on their own or newlyweds. Most of the dishes are quick and simple enough for week-night dinners, but delicious enough for week-end entertaining. Ina makes entertaining look both enticing and doable.