This irresistible book will transform the way you bake. Traditional cake-making in the oven is wonderful but when you only have a few minutes or want a treat just for yourself...all you need is a microwave and a mug! The results are remarkably moist and delicious. You can have a lemon drizzle, a carrot cake with cream cheese frosting, salted caramel, chocolate (of course), spiced pumpkin, rocky road...or a birthday cake for an instant celebration. You can even rustle up a 'steamed' pineapple sponge pudding. Lots of delectable toppings and frostings are included too, for when you want to make the mug cakes look and taste even more special.

Step up your barbeque game. Pitmaster is the definitive guide to becoming a barbecue aficionado and top-shelf cook from renowned chefs Andy Husbands and Chris Hart. Barbecue is more than a great way to cook a tasty dinner. For a true pitmaster, barbecue is a way of life. Whether you're new to the grill or a seasoned vet, Pitmaster is here to show you what it takes to truly put your barbeque game on point. Recipes begin with basics, like cooking Memphis-style ribs, and expand to smoking whole hogs North Carolina style. There is no single path to becoming a pitmaster. Barbecue lovers are equally inspired by restaurants with a commitment to regional traditions, competition barbecue champions, families with a multi-generational tradition of roasting whole hogs, and even amateur backyard fanatics. This definitive collection of barbecue expertise will leave you in no doubt why expert chefs and backyard cooks alike eat, live, and breathe barbecue. Pitmaster features: Specific tips and techniques for proper smoker operation-the cornerstone of all successful barbecue recipes-using Weber, Offset, Kamado, and other classic smoker styles A backyard cooking chapter offering the basics of becoming a successful barbecue cook Spotlights on specific regional barbecue styles, such as Texas, Kansas City, and the Carolinas, which set the stage for more advanced barbecue techniques and recipes, such as Butterfly Pork Butt Burnt Ends and Central Texas Beef Ribs An exploration of new styles of barbecue developing in the North Chris and Andy's secret competition barbecue recipes that have won them hundreds of awards Regional side dishes, cocktails, and simple desserts A guest pitmaster in each chapter who is an expert in their given region or style of barbecue cooking. Guest pitmasters include: Steve Raichlen (author and host of Project Smoke on PBS), Jake Jacobs, Sam Jones (Skylight Inn and Sam Jones Barbecue), Elizabeth Karmel (Carolina Cue To Go), Tuffy Stone (Q Barbecue), Rod Gray (eat bbq), John Lewis (Lewis Barbecue), Jamie Geer (owner of Jambo Pits) and Billy Durney (Hometown Bar-B-Que)

At last, a cookbook about pasta-making that covers all kinds of pasta machines and that delivers foolproof recipes sure to make you an expert noodle master in no time! Homemade pasta is easy, fast, and fun. It tastes better than boxed pastas from the store. And, while store-bought pastas do indeed come in a variety of shapes, they all have basically one bland and unexciting flavor; by contrast, as this wide-ranging and deliciously inventive book shows, making pasta by hand at home lets you create and enjoy dozens and dozens of different flavors of noodles. In her previous books-on such subjects as searing, marinating, and cast-iron cooking-chef, cooking teacher, and food blogger Lucy Vaserfirer has earned a reputation for expertly and gently translating the methods of master chefs into simple-to-follow, step-by-step instructions that let home cooks cook like the pros. Here, Lucy does the same for pasta-making, showing you how easy it is to use the three main types of pasta machine-the sheeter, the extruder, and the cavatelli maker-to create tasty pastas that will please everyone from grown-up gourmands to picky kids who want pasta at nearly every meal. Lucy shares in these pages: Terrific purees that you can make, using a blender or a mixing bowl, that you then can turn into all sorts of flavored pastas, from the familiar tomato or spinach pastas to noodles flavored with herbs like basil or chives, spices like pepper or saffron, and other flavors, such as beet, sweet potato, corn, and even, surprisingly enough, chocolate. How to make every kind of pasta shape with your pasta machine, including ones you can't find in stores. Recipes for durum and semolina pastas, the most common kinds, as well as buckwheat and ancient-grain pastas. How to make Asian noodles, such as udon, soba, and ramen, with your pasta machine. Recipes for fillings for ravioli, tortellini, and other stuffed pastas, as well as a feast of sauces for finished pasta dishes. Whether you are a first-time owner of a pasta maker or a seasoned pro looking for exciting new ideas, this book has more than 100 splendid recipes, plus loads of clever tips and tricks, that will make you love your pasta machine and use it often.

Casey offers a definitive look at how to easily live a keto lifestyle as well as how to get the most out of your Instant Pot. He walks readers through how and why the keto diet is so successful for sustained wellness and weight loss. Then he bridges it with the mega-successful Instant Pot, a kitchen tool that countless have turned to for its ease and speed. THE KETO INSTANT POT COOKBOOK features 210 wholesome recipes that contain no processed foods, are free from sugars, and omit inflammatory grains. You'll eat squeaky clean while indulging in decadent lasagna, grilled cheese, creme brulee, chocolate keto fudge, and more. Casey serves up delicious and comforting dishes for every meal of the day.

With over 300 of the quintessential recipes for your cast-iron cookware, this cookbook covers it all! The cast-iron is back--and chefs of all skill levels are learning just how easy it is to incorporate it into their kitchens...no non-stick coatings to worry about scratching or overheating. You'll notice the difference in the taste and texture of your food immediately. From stovetop to oven to table--no cookware is quite as versatile (or as quintessential) as tried-and-true cast-iron...and The Complete Cast-Iron Cookbook is sure to be your new favorite kitchen staple! This guide to cooking with cast-iron includes: - More than 300 recipes created with your cast-iron included, including gluten-free and vegetarian options - Tips on how to to care for and store your cast-iron so it last for years to come - Focused chapters dedicated to breakfast treats & pastries, crusts & breads, entrees, side dishes, and desserts Once you try any one of these amazing recipes with your favorite cast-iron pan, you'll find there's no need to ever put it away...because you're sure to be using it every day

Love is in the air...fryer! Discover the HEALTHIER CRUNCH by frying with air instead of oil! All of the fun with MUCH less of the guilt. Chef Eric Theiss will help you get more out of your Air Fryer! Try over 110 new and easy recipes all "pounded with flavor!" Included are such restaurant favorites as Cider House Wings, Sweet & Sour Meatballs, Fried Nacho Cheese Balls, and Stuffed Mushrooms,along with fresh new ideas from breakfast to dessert. Try loads of main dish meals using easy-to-find and time-saving ingredients. Enjoy the Apple Dutch Baby, Blue Cheese Stuffed Shrimp, Steak Parmesan, and Spicy Spatchcock Chicken. Oh, and don't forget Air Fried S'mores! Eric also includes loads of tips and tricks to help you LOVE your Air Fryer even more. Chef Eric Theiss was trained by the best in the culinary world and today is known for his inventive cooking techniques like "Toss and Go!," for his state-of-the-art cooking products, and for his fun and easy twists on ingredients. Eric is a bestselling cookbook author and beloved on-air celebrity chef. Named "America's Favorite TV Chef," be sure to watch him on your favorite outlet-Facebook, YouTube, and most cable networks.

Grilling out is an essential part of the American culture, and Weber's name is synonymous with barbecue, bringing friends and families together to create moments that make lasting memories. "Weber's New Real Grilling" celebrates the joy of being in the backyard and gathering around the grill. Complete with more than 200 simple, classic, and --most of all-- drop-to-your-knees delicious recipes, this book explores the foods and flavors that are made for grilling: the very best recipes for beef, pork, poultry, and seafood, small plates, vegetables and sides, desserts, and the best rubs, marinades, brines, and sauces. Find basic grilling skills, valuable tips, and tried-and-true techniques in "Weber's New Real Grilling" that will turn any griller into an expert outdoor entertainer."Weber's New Real Grilling" includes:
200 delicious recipes, each with a full-color photoA guide on mastering the basics, including essential tools, advice on how to stock the griller's pantry, knife skills, common techniques, and moreTips on various grill set ups, different fuel types including lump charcoal and how to us and control it, plus grill cleaning essentials and safetyAdvanced Training on how to get the most from your grill with smoke cooking basics, rotisserie cooking, pizza on the grill, and using a wok to stir-fry on the grillGrill skills sections with tips, tricks, and how-tos of barbecue favorites for perfect steaks, ribs, turkey, and salmonFun detours into the past with classic recipes from Weber's grilling archives -- complete with an update for modern palatesClassic remix recipes which dive into Weber's grilling archives and update classic recipes for the modern palate.

We all love to get the barbecue out on a hot summer's day and enjoy some down-to-earth al fresco dining, but why restrict ourselves to only one season in the year? This comprehensive guide shows you how to cook food the Weber way to get the most from your grill throughout the year, and contains everything the avid barbecue enthusiast needs to know. Enjoy over 150 delicious triple-tested recipes for meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables and fruit, as well as invaluable ideas for rubs, marinades and sauces. You will also find expert answers to common questions about barbecuing, plus tips and advice on safety, upkeep, fuel and lighting methods.From simple kebabs to elaborate rotisseries, a grilled cheese salad or a tasty fruit pudding, Weber's Complete BBQ Book is packed with an extensive range of delicious recipes for all-year-round barbecuing.

We all remember watching our mothers, dads and grandparents cooking with a favorite pan. It was a seasoned cast-iron wonder that could cook on top of the stove or in the oven and transformed a simple recipe into a mouthwatering meal. That humble, heavy-duty pan did double duty indeed. Today there are dozens of cast-iron pans available that you can use to create your own amazing recipes. Our Best Cast Iron Cooking Recipes will become your go-to cookbook for making all-time-favorite dishes for family & friends. In this book you'll find: delicious one-pan recipes, fresh ideas for using your cast-iron cookware in new ways and tips on how to use your favorite cast-iron pans to make cooking successful, easy & fun. 237 Recipes.

Marla Rawlings truly has a knack for choosing and preparing simple, delicious Dutch oven meals, and the unique ability to share those skills with others in an easily understood fashion! In this valuable book, she teaches novice Dutch oven chefs the basic techniques they need to know to enjoy this hobby. She tells about different sizes of Dutch ovens and how much they hold, how to break in, season, clean and store a new oven so foods cooked in it will retain its unique Dutch oven flavor. She explains how to control Dutch oven temperatures, comparing the number of charcoal briquettes to the temperature listings found in regular cookbooks. She gives useful tips concerning equipment and tools that can make the cooking process easier, and warns of safety concerns. The extensive collection of 136 delectable, easy-to-prepare recipies is sure to make this one of the most enjoyed Dutch oven cookbooks available!

This comprehensive guide to baking bread using a bread machine will show you how to make more types of loaf, roll and flatbread than you could ever imagine. The recipes are organized by styles of bread and include examples from many countries. Each has been specially tested on and adapted for a large range of bread machine models. The recipes cover world-famous classics such as Ciabatta and Soda Bread to fresh, modern creations such as Wholemeal Apple and Cider Bread, and Gluten- and Wheat-free Bread. Stunning photography, step-by-step techniques and a multitude of helpful cook's tips make this the ultimate book on bread machine baking.

Everyone loves soup, it is the ultimate comfort food. Whether you yearn for a traditional creamy tomato, a spicy fish chowder or a deliciously umami-rich ramen, a mug of soup is the perfect supper on the sofa, quick lunch and between-meal savoury snack. But a great-tasting soup has to involve long cooking with big pans and bulk ingredients, right? Wrong! Every soup in this book has been specially created to suit the microwave and to be cooked in a single mug, ready to eat. Instead of opening up a can, you can have an even yummier home-cooked mushroom soup, or chicken, even minestrone - made fresh in just the same amount of time.

This book will show you how you can use it to whip up the most velvety, vitalising smoothies and drinks, even using tough, fibrous raw vegetables. You will be able to quickly make AND heat up nutritious soups and sauces and, amazingly, produce perfectly frozen, fabulous, ice creams and sorbets in minutes. It will also show how you can use your blender as a food processor, too, for chopping or mixing ingredients and making - to name but a few - fresh, vibrant salsas; fast-kneaded doughs; light, airy batters; even-textured minced mixtures; quick-mix cakes and bakes; effortless ground spice pastes; and even your own flours. if you want a gadget that's amazingly versatile, stunningly efficient and easy to clean, then why not make it a high-speed blender? You'll be able to whiz up drinks, sustaining soups, dips, and spreads, omelettes, bakes, desserts, in fact just about everything you need to make in next to no time, using the freshest ingredients with very little effort.

An accessible book of 100 easy-to-make recipes for delicious dishes prepared in your air fryer, including roasting, frying, baking, dehydrating, and proofing bread. Authorized by Instant Brands. Air fryer ovens are wildly versatile appliances, and the newest model from Instant Brands, ranked #1 in the category, promises to be the best of them all. They have the requisite air fryer basket, as well as an oven rack, baking sheet, and rotisserie spit. The temperature settings are precise and wide-ranging, allowing you to do everything from dehydrating jerky and proofing bread dough to high-heat roasting and broiling. The Ultimate Air Fryer Oven Cookbook makes use of all of these functions and more! The recipes include family-friendly breakfasts such as baked oatmeal and breakfast burritos, snacks and appetizers such as vegetable spring rolls and Scotch eggs, and a wide variety of lunches and dinners for vegetarians and omnivores alike. Whether you have a fully equipped kitchen or a studio kitchenette, you can cook wholesome and delicious meals for any occasion, all with one countertop appliance.

For thirty years Microwave Cooking Properly Explained has been the standard work on microwave cooking. Its recipes show how to use your microwave to make delicious soups, starters, desserts and main courses using fish, meat, poultry, eggs, cheese, vegetables, rice, pasta and pulses. Don't just use your microwave to heat up a ready-made meal - use it to make your own Lamb Korma, Salmon with Creamy Chive Sauce, Ratatouille and Chocolate Truffles to delight your family.

Today, 58 per cent of American households consist of only one or two people, yet most cookbooks still contain recipes designed to serve 6-8. In this follow-up to the bestselling "Not Your Mother's Slow Cooker Cookbook", Beth Hensperger offers 125 new recipes specifically designed for the increasingly popular 1 12- to 3 12-quart slow cooker. This is the perfect book for busy singles and small families who want the convenience of a small slow-cooker-made meal without sacrificing wholesomeness and flavor.

The microwave has many advantages over conventional cooking: it's quicker, more economical, cleaner and easier. Microwave ovens take up very little space. They produce fewer cooking smells and less steam, and kitchen/cooking areas remain cool. Annette Yates' book is designed specifically for the person who lives alone, or who has to prepare individual meals for some other reason: perhaps members of the family need to eat at different times or have conflicting tastes and preferences, or perhaps someone is on a special diet which requires food to be cooked separately. Included are recipes for: breakfasts; soups, starters and sauces; fish, meat, poultry, vegetable, cheese, egg and pasta dishes; and desserts - PLUS an indispensable cooking guide which explains how to adapt family recipe instructions to the smaller amounts needed for a single portion.