Confessions of a Coffee Bean or Making Meals Easy with Goodness from the Valley

Confessions of a Coffee Bean: The Complete Guide to Coffee Cuisine

Author: Marie Nadine Antol

Yes, I have a few things to confess. But before I start, I just want you to know that I couldn't help it. It just happened. Everywhere I went, they wanted me. Whether it was my full body or my distinctive aromatic scent, I can't tell you. All I know is that no matter where you go in this crazy mixed-up world, they all want coffee. Now, I have a few things to share--I think it's time to spill the beans.

Our love affair with coffee continues to blossom. From coast to coast, coffee bars are a shining testament to this glorious romance. And now we have a wonderful new book that explores all things coffee. Confessions of a Coffee Bean is a complete guide to understanding and appreciating this object of our affection. It provides a fascinating history of the bean and its lore. It looks at the uniqueness of coffee houses found around the world--from Turkey to Germany to England. It details the various types of coffee available, as well as the best way to brew each to its own distinct perfection. It then concludes with over sixty enticing recipes that celebrate the very taste that is coffee.

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Making Meals Easy with Goodness from the Valley

Author: Andi Bidwell

Making Meals Easy celebrates the 75th anniversary of Green Giant. This contemporary cookbook offers wholesome, great-tasting meals that are quick and convenient. Tailored to today's busy lifestyles, this cookbook offers a wide variety of innovative recipes. Over 70 easy-to-make recipes bring exciting ways to capture the flavor of vegetables in appetizers, side dishes, soups, and skillet and oven dishes. Highlights:

• Filled with great-tasting recipes that demonstrate the versatility of Green Giant products.
• Features easy-to-make recipes tailored to busy lifestyles.
• Geared to the time-conscious cook with prep times and cook times included for every recipe.
• Includes complete nutrition analysis and dietary exchange information for each recipe.
• Contains tips on food preparation and timesaving techniques.