I’m thinking of writing a cookbook, what recipes should I include?
Written by Guest on February 27th, 2011
Question by Teri: I’m thinking of writing a cookbook, what recipes should I include?
I am writing a cookbook for my family for Christmas and I would like it to be useful. What types of recipes should I include (no need to list whole recipes, just ideas for what goes into a great cookbook)? I plan on cooking everything I include to make sure the recipes are only the best. 10 points for the best suggestions. Thanks for your input!
Best answer:
Answer by krissi
include recipes for every course obviously. make sure you include traditional meats (typically one or two of each type of meat) and alot of desserts. it is also important that you include your special family recipes so that they can be shared.
What do you think? Answer below!
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February 27th, 2011 at 1:39 pm
Some appetizers: avocado boats, bruschetta, stuffed mushrooms, quiche cups (quiches made in muffin tins), stuffed bell peppers, hummus with pita bread, Bean-Guacamole layer dip with chips
Some entrees: Black Bean burgers, Barbecue tofu, Marinated and grilled Tempeh, Broccoli-Millet croquettes, Falafels
Salads: Potato Salad, Creamy artichoke salad, Cole slaw, and a variety of green salads with dressings
Sides: Sauteed collard greens, quinoa, potatoes au gratin, roasted asparagus, spicy lentils, sweet potatoes, tabouleh, cous cous, spanish or mexican rice
Sorry, I am not a big fan of desserts but I’m sure you may be able to think of a bit.
These are all vegetarian and vegan recipes, if you haven’t noticed yet, but they are some great tasting, healthful, dishes.
Have fun and good luck!!
February 27th, 2011 at 2:37 pm
What a fun idea, I would love to receive something like that as a gift! Your family is in for a treat.
I would definitely include a section on appetizers and such. Maybe a section on meals just for one or two people? And maybe recipes large enough for a crowd. I would also include a section on breakfast items, and one for cooking with kids. Of course, desserts are always a good idea to include. And perhaps one with recipes for certain condiments or sauces that you have created. You could also make a section with special holiday recipes! Good luck! Have fun with it! I sure wish someone in my family would do this!!!
February 27th, 2011 at 3:20 pm
i would go with somethin that will impress them but at the same time easy to prepare and taste fantastic. like a compote(assembled) salad or great entree like sheperds pie, dessert like a souffle or crepes. there easy to make but very impressive when served. Good luck!
February 27th, 2011 at 3:41 pm
try and get recipes for every course, and then go from there u can look up recipes on like cooks.com.
February 27th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
Dear Teri, I am not a cooking chef, but I think I can suggest you some ideas on the book.
1) First the organization of the book should be very functional, and the book should be read from a different section each time. I mean, you could divide your books in parts like:easy cooking, medium, hard; not spicy, spicy, very spicy; low calorie, medium calorie, high calorie; French, asian, Fusion, etc….
2) The book should be divided in plastified sheets like a file. So people can organize it by their taste.
3) You should select the dishes to include by checking the most eaten one’s, so then you are sure to satisfy most readers.
4) Make a blog and a website to make a newsletter, and create forum, so people can exchange ideas.
5) Send me a copy of it, thanks
February 27th, 2011 at 4:08 pm
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