Back of the Box Gourmet

By Michael McLaughlin

Book Overview

Celebrated food writer Michael McLaughlin spotlights 75 recipes that evoke memories of picnics, parties, and potlucks cherished by and entire generation of home cooks: Lipton California Dip, Rice... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0671723561
• ISBN13: 9780671723569
• Release Date: February 1991
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.8" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

PURE NOSTALGIA FOR BABY BOOMERS.

Most of those born between the end of WWII and the late 1950s remember a time when moms delighted the family with wonderful meals that looked as if they'd taken hours to prepare. This was a time before political correctness, the "Food Police", and before the fast food industry took over. All the popular staple recipes are in here, from the famous Rice Crispies snacks to the easiest pot roast ever. Mr. Mclaughlin includes anecdotal comments that many readers will relate to. The reason I give it 4 stars is that all the photos in the book are in black and white. It could have been an outstanding presentation with color. But this does not take away from the great recipes. It's worth searching out the used books for this one.

Makes me hungry just thinking about it

This is a great little book to have on hand for late night munchies. Using items common in the pantry of most Americans, you're able to use this book to guide you through making the favorite snacks, desserts, and even some entree's we grew up on. Even has tips on "gilding the Lily", making those classics just a wee bit better.