Whiskey or Blue Ribbon Recipes

Whiskey

Author: Michael Jackson

From grain to glass, Whiskey tells you everything and anything you'll ever want to know about whiskey, from storing and serving whiskey, whiskey cocktails, to pairing whiskey with food. Whether interested in the story behind aromas and flavors, what makes certain distilleries unique or how weather and environment influence taste-this is the most fascinating illustrated examination of whiskey on the market.

About the Author:
Michael Jackson is the world's bestselling writer on the subjects of whiskey and beer. He has written numerous books on the subjects, including DK's Malt Whiskey Companion and Great Beer Guide. He also contributes to Whisky magazine, The Washington Post, and Playboy.

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Blue Ribbon Recipes: 693 Award-Winners from America's State and County Fairs

Author: Barbara Greenman

This magnificent collection of award-winners from America’s state and county fairs—presented in the same appealing comb-bound, paper-over-boards format as the bestselling Church Suppers—includes 693 delicious recipes sure to please everyone at the table.

Blue Ribbon Recipes is the ultimate collection of recipes from across the U.S.A. Created and tested by some of the best cooks ever—America’s home cooks—each tasty dish is a proven award-winner from one of the country’s many highly competitive state or county fair cooking competitions.

The recipes are simple to make and include something for everyone, from appetizers and salads to main dishes and entrees, from breads and pastries to desserts and preserves. Regional dishes encourage readers to sample favorites from every corner of America, including Bayou Breakfast Casserole, Corn-Jalapeño Fritters, Green Chile Whiskey Stew, Kansas City Beef, Balsamic Chicken with Peach Glaze, Lemonade Marmalade, Triple Layer Mud Pie, Maine Blueberry Pie, Cappuccino Cheesecake, and Molasses Sugar Cookies. Entertaining features throughout share with readers some state fair history and facts and give the recipes for such favorite fair foods as corn dogs, soft pretzels, and funnel cakes.

Filled with local flavor and handsomely illustrated with original illustrations of the food and ingredients, Blue Ribbon Recipes is a winner—and the perfect addition to every home kitchen.