Cookbook Reviews
Make this Spring Unforgettable with Easter Delights
by Kim Saunders
Easter Delights is a cookbook that is destined to become a well-loved classic, filled with over 240 delicious recipes that will make planning for this holiday a breeze. Even at a glance, it is clear that author Karen Hoodhas chosen recipes that reflect the freshness and vibrance of Spring, using seasonal ingredients that bring dazzling flavors to life. Cooks of all experience and skill will be thrilled with this book, for it offers both traditional dishes and inspiring new recipes that are laid out in a consistent format that is easy to understand and follow. Whether you want to create an elegant brunch or a satisfying dinner, this cookbook provides everything you need to make your Easter meal a success.
While the garden freshness of many of the other appetizers appealed strongly to me, I simply couldn’t resist trying out the Empress Chicken Wings. These Asian style wings were amazing, very flavorful without being overly hot and spicy like most recipes I have tried in the past. The selection of light, fruity beverages were so tempting that I had trouble picking just one. The Springtime Freezy Punch was easy to make and got high marks from my entire family, and I can easily imagine how well it will compliment an Easter brunch. For dinner, we had Roast Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Cranberry Glaze, Garlic Bacon Cheddar Mashed Potatoes, and Sweet & Nutty Holiday Peas. All of the food was outstanding, the pork tender and the glaze delightful, the mashed potatoes so packed with flavor that I don’t think we’ll ever be able to go back to eating them plain. The peas were downright amazing. I must confess that I have never liked peas and was actually a bit nervous about how this side dish would be received at the dinner table. No one complained, and there wasn’t a single pea left, not even on my plate.
There are so many enticing recipes in Easter Delights that I will be cooking up a storm for some time to come. I am very impressed with the variety, elegance, and quality of Hood’s recipes–she has transformed me from a shy and inexperienced housewife into a first-class hostess always excited for the next family gathering! My husband’s large (and rather daunting) extended family will be coming to Easter at our house for the first time this year, and with Easter Delightsin hand I have no worries about making a good impression. There are recipes for everything I could want, from delicious desserts and sweet treats to fancy quiches and salad dressings. Traditional Easter foods like hot cross buns, deviled eggs, and the classic Easter ham are just the beginning: there is also Bourbon Pecan Roast Chicken, Spiced Cherry Salad, Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, and much more. Now the only trouble is deciding which amazing recipes will make up my holiday menu…
…“Easter, a season rich in symbols, customs, and history, as well as a time for delectable and distinctive traditional dishes and boisterous Easter egg hunts, is easily one of the most enjoyable times of the year. Easter Delights Cookbook has fun-filled recipes, as well as facts, customs, and history about this most splendid holiday. You will find the poetry heartwarming and inspirational and the dishes scrumptious, with unique as well as traditional holiday favorites. Easter Delights will soon be a favorite in your family for generations to come.”…
Mary Scripture
Graphic Designer
…“Easter Delights is not only a cookbook, it is a wealth of information about Easter. It includes fascinating facts, folklore, history of Easter, Easter symbols, poetry, and traditions. It even includes information on caring for your Easter lily.
In addition to all this information, it has a collection of over 240 delicious recipes that will be enjoyed by your family and friends.
This cookbook is a great value for the price and makes a wonderful gift.”…
Dr. James G. Hood
Editor
…“I always look forward to Easter because it’s a holiday that represents renewal, along with the ringing in of Spring!
Easter Delights Cookbook is a wonderful way to supplement the occasion. It’s filled with hundreds of flavorful recipes, fun traditions, and interesting facts about the holiday. By adding Easter Delights to your cookbook collection, it’s sure to help you make some special memories that you’ll forever cherish!”…
Kimberly Carter
Publicist
…“Easter is a time for worship. It is a time for friends and family to come together and celebrate the victory over death and a new life under the grace of God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Easter Delights Cookbook is a wonderful tool to help you plan this time of celebration. With over 240 recipes at your fingertips, you will have all you need to make this a special occasion to remember.
Celebrate this new beginning with a new menu from Easter Delights Cookbook.”…
Ed Archambeault
Spokane, WA
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