Dewey Edition22
ReviewsBushman and her husband run a cooking school called the Nothing to It! Culinary Center in Reno, NV, and she is the host of "Nothing to It" television cooking spots. Her first book presents 150 recipes for busy cooks, with dozens of tips and hints to make their lives easier, from how to organize the pantry to what to look for when buying poultry. Organized into 20 some small chapters, from "Wrap It Up!" to "The Asian Express," the recipes are an electric selection; many seem rather familiar. For area libraries and large general collections. ( Library Journal , June 15, 2004) "Practical tips trump celebrity gloss in this handy first offering from Bushman, owner of a Nevada cooking school and a syndicated TV cook. Bushman swears "cooking even a couple of times a week will make you happier." Her formula for achieving domestic bliss-choosing simple, fresh ingredients that stimulate the senses while offering a healthful alternative to prepared food and takeout-isn't news, but the 150 recipes offer some pleasingly creative ways of transforming basic ingredients, seen in such recipes as Penne with Puttanesea Sauce, as well as "spa" recipes like Linguine with Tomato-Fennel Sauce, which I offers a fancier alternative for only marginally more prep time. While the book's 23 chapters present an array of cuisines, with chapters on how to prepare simple Asian, Mexican and Mediterranean meals, Bushman also pays tribute to unfussy comfort foods like Quick Macaroni and Cheese. Bushman's casual, fun approach to dining (relax, let your senses guide you, eat breakfast at dinner time if it makes you happy) should appeal to busy cooks. Photo insert not seen by PW. Agent, Stacey Glick. (July) Forecast : Bushman offers a great value, covering ethnic cuisine, vegetarian entrees, kids' snacks, sandwiches, etc. However, she's competing with many other books by TV cooks with higher profiles, so sales could prove challenging." ( Publishers Weekly , June 7, 2004)
SynopsisKitchen Coach Jennifer Bushman can help you get good food on the table Monday to Friday and enjoy making it! She2ll help you set up an efficient kitchen and identify the weeknight cooking challenges you may face-working late, keeping to a budget, pleasing picky eaters, juggling family schedules-then guide you to great recipes to suit your need or mood of the day. You and your family will be glad you cooked! "What to Cook" chart to solve your "What2s for dinner?" questions Meal-planning cues-from Easy Preparation to Something Special 150 simple, healthy recipes for all kinds of weeknight situations Sensational salads, hearty pastas, fresh fish entrees, and tempting chicken recipes Themed dishes for "comfort food" or sophisticated "spa cooking" nights, and more Fun foods for kids-including wraps, tacos, pizza, and foods-on-a-stick "Jennifer is a working woman2s dream. . . . There is something for everyone2s palate in this book. If you love to cook, or just love to eat, this is all you need!" -Elizabeth Vargas, anchor, ABC News "Jennifer Bushman2s creative dishes can stir even the most jaded, overworked cook. This is an invaluable book to help survive our rushed, stressed modern lives." -Shirley O. Corriher, author of CookWise "Finally a book that matches . . . [Jennifer2s] vibrant, lively, and creative personality. . . . Every kitchen needs Jennifer as their 2kitchen coach2!" -Joanne Weir, host of the PBS series Weir Cooking in the City and author of Weir Cooking in the City "Jennifer Bushman2s . . . enthusiasm reaches right out from the page and there is no reason not to cook once you have Jennifer2s book in hand." -John Ash chef, teacher, and author of John Ash Cooking One on One "Jennifer Bushman, champion cooking teacher, personifies a true Kitchen Coach: always guiding, encouraging, and inspiring." -Flo Braker, author of The Simple Art of Perfect Baking and Sweet Miniatures, In the first book of a new series, dynamic Kitchen Coach Jennifer Bushman shows home cooks how to escape weeknight cooking drudgery and whip meals into shape with ease. With friendly over-the-shoulder guidance and gentle motivation, she takes the guesswork out of the dinner dilemma and puts the pleasure back in., Kitchen Coach Jennifer Bushman can help you get good food on the table Monday to Friday and enjoy making it! She'll help you set up an efficient kitchen and identify the weeknight cooking challenges you may face--working late, keeping to a budget, pleasing picky eaters, juggling family schedules--then guide you to great recipes to suit your need or mood of the day. You and your family will be glad you cooked! * "What to Cook" chart to solve your "What's for dinner?" questions * Meal-planning cues--from Easy Preparation to Something Special * 150 simple, healthy recipes for all kinds of weeknight situations * Sensational salads, hearty pastas, fresh fish entrees, and tempting chicken recipes * Themed dishes for "comfort food" or sophisticated "spa cooking" nights, and more * Fun foods for kids--including wraps, tacos, pizza, and foods-on-a-stick "Jennifer is a working woman's dream. . . . There is something for everyone's palate in this book. If you love to cook, or just love to eat, this is all you need!" --Elizabeth Vargas, anchor, ABC News "Jennifer Bushman's creative dishes can stir even the most jaded, overworked cook. This is an invaluable book to help survive our rushed, stressed modern lives." --Shirley O. Corriher, author of CookWise "Finally a book that matches . . . [Jennifer's] vibrant, lively, and creative personality. . . . Every kitchen needs Jennifer as their 'kitchen coach'!" --Joanne Weir, host of the PBS series Weir Cooking in the City and author of Weir Cooking in the City "Jennifer Bushman's . . . enthusiasm reaches right out from the page and there is no reason not to cook once you have Jennifer's book in hand." --John Ash chef, teacher, and author of John Ash Cooking One on One "Jennifer Bushman, champion cooking teacher, personifies a true Kitchen Coach: always guiding, encouraging, and inspiring." --Flo Braker, author of The Simple Art of Perfect Baking and Sweet Miniatures
LC Classification NumberTX714.B88 2004