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The Modern Proper
Simple Dinners for Every Day (A Cookbook)
1 of 1 copy available
"Simple and elegant is the name of the game here. Holly Erickson and Natalie Mortimer have created the ultimate use-everyday cookbook...If the veggie-forward, 'beautiful, make-able' recipes don't convince [you] to dive in, the luscious photography surely will." —Food & Wine
Get the most out of your time in the kitchen with these 100 fast, instant-classic dinners that everyone will love.
For pretty much everyone, life gets busy—but you still want to cook up a good meal, ideally one that's accessible, efficient, and doesn't sacrifice any of the delicious flavors you love. The creators of the popular website The Modern Proper are all about that weeknight dinner, and now, they're showing you how to reinvent what proper means and be smarter with your time in the kitchen to create meals which will bring friends and family together at the table.
The Modern Proper will expand your "go-to" list and help you become a more intuitive, creative cook. Whether you're a novice or a pro, a busy parent or a workaholic, this book will arm you with tools, tricks, and shortcuts to get dinner on the table. Every ingredient is easy to find, plus you'll find plenty of swaps and options throughout. Each of the 100 recipes (some all-time fan favorites and many brand-new) includes prep time, cook time, and quick-reference tags.
These include:
-Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mozzarella and Creamy Kale
-Stir-Fried Pork Cutlets with Buttermilk Ranch
-Sweet Cider Scallops with Wilted Spinach
-Tofu Enchiladas with Red Sauce
-And more!
With recipes to feed a crowd, an entrée for every palate, a whole chapter of meatballs, and plenty of pantry essentials, The Modern Proper is the new essential cookbook for any and all food lovers.
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Release date
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781982177676
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781982177676
- File size: 51133 KB
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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December 20, 2021
Great minds think alike when it comes to pleasing the household in this satisfying guide to weeknight family dinners. Bringing their Modern Proper blog to print, self-taught cooks Erickson and Mortimer’s quest to rediscover the “lost art of hospitality for the modern homemaker” begins with eggs for all hours in dishes such as jammy eggs on lentils with wilted greens, and shakshuka-inspired curry poached eggs. Meatless entrées take on an international flair with such choices as tofu enchiladas with red sauce, and a Moroccan lentil and chickpea tagine. Meanwhile, chicken, seafood, and soups each get their own chapters, all related in the chatty prose of two friends who, to the point of distraction, are in lockstep agreement on everything from their favorite recipe in the collection (crispy pork lettuce wraps) to their favorite foods in general (“We love eating paella”). Meatballs hold a special place in their collective heart, with an entire chapter dedicated to the likes of miso ginger meatballs with cabbage, lemongrass pork meatballs with glass noodles, and spiced lamb meatballs. And in lieu of dessert, they offer spreads and dips, including make-your-own versions of taco seasoning and ranch dressing. Those looking to add a little variety to their repertoire without reinventing the wheel will find much to enjoy. -
March 1, 2022
Erickson and Mortimer have long run a successful food blog (The Modern Proper) that offers ways to update and reimagine classic Western European cuisine. Their new cookbook is a reflection of their blog, and several recipes appear in both. The first half of the cookbook includes an account of the authors' creation of their blog, followed by their suggestions for essential ingredients to keep permanently stocked, including favorite sauces (homemade or store-bought) and basic and special spices they use in several of the recipes that follow. Recipes for sauces and seasoning mixes are grouped at the end of the book but are referred to throughout. Chapters follow in logical order, beginning with basic egg recipes, followed by "meatless" recipes and other main dishes. Several of the entr�e recipes are accompanied by menu suggestions or recipes for side dishes. Color photographs accompany most recipes and add context. VERDICT Erickson and Mortimer's cookbook terrifically updates traditional Western European cuisine, as well as copying and improving on favorite restaurant dishes. This wide-ranging collection will appeal to basic and experienced cooks.--Danielle Williams
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