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Kosher by Design: Kids in the Kitchen
Reviewed by Simon Bonim - October 8, 2007
Kosher by Design: Kids in the Kitchen is a phenomenal kosher cookbook designed specifically with kids in mind - both as the cook and the consumer of the end product. Written by Susie Fishbein, author of the Kosher by Design series and amply illustrated with amazing pictures, by John Uher, of all the dishes contained in this cookbook.
This cookbook contains 80 'kid-friendly' recipes that can be readily prepared by kids of all ages, however the younger the chef, the more adult help they might need. This cookbook features larger than normal print, making the book easier for younger readers to read, as well as colorful graphics. All the recipes include easy to follow, step-by-step directions that walk you through the preparation of each recipe. The recipes use easy to find ingredients, and each recipe includes a handy list of needed equipment as well as an ingredient list.
Kosher by Design: Kids in the Kitchen is the first kosher cookbook that I've seen that was designed specifically with kids in mind, and while designed for kids, even adults will soon find themselves adding these recipes to their own repertoire. Best of all, these recipes are also an ideal teaching tool that can be used not only to teach your kids to cook, but also to help them with their math skills. Making these recipes will encourage your kids to take an interest in meal planning and preparation.
This is an ideal first cookbook for kids, and a great book for novice chefs of all ages. In addition to the recipes, Fishbein offers tips on keeping kosher and kitchen safety. The recipes in this collection include appetizers, soups, salads, breakfast dishes, snacks, meat dishes, dairy dishes, side dishes, drinks, and desserts. I wholeheartedly recommend this cookbook. The only drawback to this book is the difficulty that you and your kids will have in deciding which recipes to try first!
Here's a sampling of some of the recipes that you'll find in this delightful cookbook:
- Asian Wonton Soup
- Chocolate Croissants
- Granola and Yogurt Sundaes
- Steak Fajitas
- Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein
- Tuna Melts
- Bean, Rice, and Cheese Burritos
- Peach Noddle Kugel
- Root Beer Floats
- Chocolate Fudge Truffles
- Creamy Rice Pudding
- and much, much more...
The other cookbooks in this series include:
- Kosher by Design, by Susie Fishbein.
Picture-Perfect Food for the Holidays and Every Day. This is the first book in the best-selling Kosher by Design series of cookbooks, and it features more than 250 recipes that will enhance any holiday celebration or which can be used for everyday fare.
- Kosher by Design: Entertains, by Susie Fishbein.
This addition to the Kosher by Design series, features not only 250 brand-new kosher recipes, but it also offers detailed guidance on hosting nine different types of parties, from engagement and anniversary parties to outdoor entertaining and buffets.
- Kosher by Design: Short on Time, by Susie Fishbein.
140 brand new, gourmet-styled quick and easy to prepare Kosher recipes from the author of the Kosher by Design series.
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