The winner of the December 2011 Cookbook of the Month vote is The 150 Best American Recipes

[LulusMom]

The winner of the December 2011 Cookbook of the Month vote is THE 150 BEST AMERICAN RECIPES by Fran McCullough and Molly Stevens. If you’ve been lurking, please join us, we’re a welcoming bunch. If you're new to Cookbook of the Month, the COTM archive thread explains how it all works: http://www.chow.com/cookbook_of_the_month_archive

The nomination process this month was pretty much a landslide. If you’re interested in reading the nominating thread you’ll find it here: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/816926

Please use this thread to discuss techniques, ingredients, meal planning, along with interesting tidbits about these books and recipes.

If you discover any online sources for recipes from these books, please feel free to post them.
On December 1 I will post the official threads for reporting.

[smtucker]

Just got a notice that the book is at the library, awaiting my arrival. Will start reading the book tomorrow just under the wire.

[clepro]

Joining in this month, after a long hiatus. Caitlin, you're amazing! Thanks so much.

[dkennedy]

Thanks for all this hard work Caitlin. Can't wait for December!

[ellabee]

This is the first time I've immediately bought a cookbook announced as the COTM, and I'm very glad I did -- despite just about every recipe in the book being available online (awe-inspiring work, Caitlin, thanks!). It was on my wishlist, and is much better than hoped for. I've never seen a cookbook in which I wanted to make so many of the dishes right off the bat. Perfectly timed for holiday and winter entertaining.

[smtucker]

That was a total nail-biter. :-)
Well done!

[pikawicca]

I was on the edge of my seat.

[smtucker]

:-)

[The Dairy Queen]

I can't wait!

ETA: Wow, Caitlin, thank you for all of the links!

~TDQ

[LulusMom]

As promised, a quick list of some of the things I've made:

parsi deviled eggs (loved these)
Cherry tomato salad with olive (a JO recipe, probably my first, and I love it)
Tagliatelle w/ creme fraiche and arugula (a river cafe recipe that I made during that month - found it good but samey)
Rigatoni alla Toto (I love this one too)
Turkey sloppy joes (I liked these, husband had never heard of sloppy joes and was unwowwed)
Roasted sausages with grapes (made, but obviously had to use turkey sausages and that is probably why they were not a hit for me)
Tex-mex mac and cheese with green chilies (I liked this)
Double chocolate layer cake (I'm one of the few people who isn't madly in love with this Gourmet recipe)
Walnut and prune cake perigord style (I think this is one of those love or hate cakes - I loved it)

There is SO much I want to make from this book. I'm really excited.

[buttertart]

Love that walnut and prune cake. Keeps very well, too.
ETA - I bought the book it came from because of the cake.
ETA x 2 - WOW Caitlin!

[LulusMom]

Isn't that walnut and prune cake killer good?? I didn't really know what to expect the first time I made it, but wow, loved it.

[jen kalb]

We made it a couple weeks ago with prunes soaked in Armagnac from Paula Wolfert. It was quite easy and very well liked!

[buttertart]

Hmm, I always have prunes in booze in the fridge, must try that way next time. Think I'll do it all-walnut too (the recipe calls for almonds too -- for those who haven't made it yet).

[LulusMom]

Yes, the boozy prunes sound like they would put this over the top (in a good way).

[BigSal]

LLM,

Great list, thank you! Do you have another favorite chocolate cake recipe?

Sally

[LulusMom]

Well, it doesn't have frosting, but I'm very found of the (sooo easy to make) chocolate whisky bundt cake in Gourmet Today. And it is one of those cakes that gets better after a day or two, which is nice for entertaining since you tend to get busy (or at least I do - and sometimes a little flustered).

[LulusMom]

Oh, and there is also a chocolate cake that you roll up with flavored whipped cream (I usually do bourbon) somewhere on epicurious. I'll try to look it up a bit later ... have to run with Lulu this second.

[LulusMom]

Here is a link to the other cake. This is really wonderful, and a lot easier than it looks: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/foo...
Basically flourless chocolate cake rolled around whipped cream. As I mentioned before, I usually use bourbon instead of the grand marnier to flavor my whipped cream, but I think any sort of flavoring at all that you like with chocolate would be great. This one impresses people.

[BigSal]

Thank you. I love roulades, we'll have to give it a try.

[LulusMom]

Now I want to make it again too. If you've done a roulade before, you'll have no problem with this one.

[herby]

I have been making a similar cake from Dessert Lover's by Marlene Sorosky. Everyone loves it and it looks very impressive if decorated with chocolate curls as she suggests. There is also a similar lemon one without dairy - very yummy too:)

[Caitlin McGrath]

DESSERTS

Hot Blackberries and Cream
https://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=149658526876

Ported Rhubarb
http://boards.epicurious.com/thread.jspa?messageID=617108&

Pear Crisps with Dried Sour Cherries
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Pear-Crisps-with-Dried-Sour-Cherries-105882

Skillet Blueberry Cobbler
http://www.mywesttexas.com/life/top_stories/article_0bffa3eb-3183-5c4b-8609-4529c14ca89f.html

Santa Rosa Plum Galette
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2000/06/28/FD30245.DTL&ao=3

Souffled Lemon Custard
http://www.tasteoftheseacoast.com/Food-Recipes/souffled-lemon-custard-hamersleys-bistro.html

Lemon Posset
http://tucsoncitizen.com/morgue/2006/10/25/29875-a-veritable-world-series-of-recipes/

-Butterscotch Custard

Mocha Fudge Pudding
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/mocha-fudge-pudding

Brown Butter Dream Cookies
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2000/01/26/FD19781.DTL

Frozen Lemon Cream Sandwiches
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/frozen-lemon-cream-sandwiches

Italian Shortbread with Almonds and Jam
http://cookstalk.info/italian_shortbread_with_almonds_&_jam.htm

Peanut Butter Cookies
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Mom-Mom-Fritchs-Peanut-Butter-Cookies-100848

Mayan Mystery Cookies
http://www.projo.com/food/content/fd-book27_09-27-06_5P24BT3.2782254.html

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
http://events.nytimes.com/recipes/11244/2006/01/22/Flat-and-Chewy-Chocolate-Chip-Cookies/recipe.html

Perfect Brownies
http://voices.washingtonpost.com/mighty-appetite/2009/01/poll_how_do_you_take_your_brow.html

Tuscan Rosemary and Pine Nut Bars
http://projects.washingtonpost.com/recipes/2009/12/09/tuscan-rosemary-and-pine-nut-bars/

Matzo Buttercrunch
http://articles.latimes.com/2001/mar/28/food/fo-43518/2

Brown Sugar Sour Cream Cheesecake
http://weblogs.baltimoresun.com/features/baltimoremomblog/2008/12/the_holiday_potluck_cheesecake.html

Intense Chocolate Torte
http://mandyinminneapoland.blogspot.com/2007/04/intense-chocolate-torte.html

Grandmother's Creamy Chocolate Cake
http://coinerdinner.blogspot.com/2010/04/if-cake-and-fudge-had-baby.html

Double Chocolate Layer Cake
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Double-Chocolate-Layer-Cake-101275

Walnut and Prune Cake Perigord Style
http://domesticintelligence.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/2-mccs-spread.jpg

Almond Cake with Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote
http://smittenkitchen.com/2008/04/almond-cake-with-strawberry-rhubarb-compote/

Cashew Cake with Maple Frosting
http://www.atlantamagazine.com/southernrecipes/desserts/Story.aspx?id=1352665

Ginger Mascarpone Icebox Cake
http://www.recipecircus.com/recipes/Kimberlyn/CAKESandPIES/Ginger_Mascarpone_Icebox_Cake.html

Sticky Toffee Pudding with Chocolate Chips and Toffee Sauce
http://www.bigoven.com/recipe/161320/sticky-toffee-pudding-with-chocolate-chips-and-toffee-sauce ?

Bitter Orange Ice Cream
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ni...

[LulusMom]

You are amazing. Thank you so much.

[bayoucook]

Wow. This is gonna be a great month!

[Berheenia]

Triple WOW - now I don't have to go to the library!

thank-you so much!

[oakjoan]

Yowie Zowie Caitlin! What a feat! Thankyouthankyouthankyou.

[Caitlin McGrath]

BREADS

Buttermilk Scones
http://www.joyofbaking.com/SconesCoffeehouse.html

Corn Bread with Sage Leaves and Feta
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/07312/832113-107.stm

-Green Onion Buttermilk Biscuits

Lemon Thyme Biscuits
http://cultivatingsustainability.com/2009/10/10/lemon-thyme-biscuits/

Kona Inn Banana Muffins
http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/taste/11444731.html

Cinnamon Buns From Heaven
http://brendabmiller1.blogspot.com/2008/11/cinnamon-rolls.html

Cranberry-Pecan Bread
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/cr...

[Caitlin McGrath]

BREAKFAST AND BRUNCH

Christmas Morning Melon Wedges
http://www.denverpost.com/popular/ci_11292002

Sesame Orange Granola
http://cwwfac.blogspot.com/2010/12/great-granola.html

-Cherry Almond Twist Pastry

Marion Cunningham's Buttermilk Pancakes
http://pret-a-gourmet.blogspot.com/2009/12/marion-cunninghams-buttermilk-pancakes.html

Pecan Praline French Toast
http://www.virtualcities.com/ons/tx/a/txa86011.htm

Amazing Overnight Waffles
http://www.culinate.com/books/collections/all_books/The+150+Best+American+Recipes/Amazing+Overnight+Waffles

Baked Eggs in Maple Toast Cups
http://www.dakinfarm.com/xq/aspx/category_id.25/qx/Recipe.htm

Eggs with Crunchy Breadcrumbs
http://www.culinate.com/books/collections/all_books/The+Zuni+Cafe+Cookbook/fried_eggs_in_breadcrumbs

Smoked Salmon Hash
http://www.oregonlive.com/foodday/index.ssf/2008/06/recipe_detail.html?id=6824

Green Chile Cheese Puff
http://www.mywesttexas.com/life/top_stories/article_0bffa3eb-3183-5c4b-8609-4529c14ca89f.html

Glazed Bacon
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2000/12/13/FD125507.DTL&ao=3

Rosemary and Mustard Breakfast Sausages
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/foo...

[Caitlin McGrath]

SIDE DISHES

Oven-Roasted Asparagus with Fried Capers
http://love2cooksweets.blogspot.com/2010/09/150-best-oven-roasted-asparagus-with.html

Roasted Green Beans with Garlic
http://www.projo.com/food/content/fd-book27_09-27-06_5P24BT3.2782254.html

Braised Green Beans With Tomato And Fennel
http://www.stltoday.com/lifestyles/food-and-cooking/recipes/article_6cd19070-c52d-5ddc-8eab-03e65fc9c4e4.html

Roasted Broccoli Florets with Gremolata
http://www.justbestrecipes.com/egg-nog/roasted-broccoli-with-gremolata.html

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts and Pecorino
http://www.globalgourmet.com/food/special/2006/150best/brussels-sprouts.html#axzz1azmKKZDy

Pan-Roasted Carrots
http://www.nytimes.com/2001/04/04/dining/eating-well-holding-the-sauce-not-the-flavor.html?pagewanted=3&src=pm

Cauliflower with Garlic and Paprika
http://www.cyberkitchen.com/ubbs/archive/VEGETABLES/Cauliflower_Cauliflower_with_Garlic_and_Paprika.html

-Pan-Roasted Cauliflower with Capers Maccioni

-Chard with Ginger

Double-Corn Polenta
http://www.projo.com/food/content/fd-book27_09-27-06_5P24BT3.2782254.html

Breakthrough Polenta (Tip)
http://www.giovannastrifles.com/2010/02/oven-baked-polenta-recipe.html

-Nutty Roasted Cremini

Creamy Anchos and Onions
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/creamy-anchos-and-onions

Potato-Green Chile Gratin
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Potato-Green-Chile-Gratin-104405

Roasted Potato Crisps with Fresh Herbs (scroll down to post from Winchester)
http://www.thecatsite.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-210808.html

Party Potatoes
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Party-Potatoes-236303

Mashed Potatoes with Sage and White Cheddar Cheese
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Mashed-Potatoes-with-Sage-and-White-Cheddar-Cheese-108831

Sweet Potato Purée with Ginger and Cider
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Sweet-Potato-Puree-with-Ginger-and-Cider-107318

Whipped Chipotle Sweet Potatoes (Variation)
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Whipped-Chipotle-Sweet-Potatoes-108756

Zucchini with Cilantro and Cream
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Zucchini-with-Cilantro-and-Cream-106491

Mushy Zucchini
http://events.nytimes.com/recipes/9632/2004/06/20/Mushy-Zucchini/recipe.html

-Pumpkin and Goat Cheese Gratin

-Butternut Squash Rounds with Sage

Arroz Verde
http://www.livemom.com/2010/02/18/thursdays-dish-arroz-verde/

Persian Rice with Pistachios and Dill
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Persian-Rice-with-Pistachios-and-Dill-105035

Sardinian Bread and Tomato Casserole
http://www.roadfood.com/Forums/quotLi...

[Caitlin McGrath]

MAIN DISHES

Southwestern Black Bean Burgers
http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/recipefinder/southwestern-black-bean-burgers-1110

Pasta With Asparagus Lemon Sauce
http://www.grouprecipes.com/71239/pasta-with-asparagus-lemon-sauce.html

Tagliatelle with Crème Fraiche and Arugula
http://northeastlocavore.blogspot.com/2010/03/river-cafes-tagliatelle-with-creme.html

-Spaghetti with Slow-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, and Parmesan Cheese

Rigatoni alla Toto
http://www.tastebook.com/recipes/993868-Rigatoni-alla-Toto

Cremini Mushrooms With Chive Pasta
http://projects.washingtonpost.com/recipes/2005/10/12/cremini-mushrooms-chive-pasta/

Spaghettini with Tuna Sauce
http://love2cooksweets.blogspot.com/2010/05/150-best-spaghetti-with-tuna-sauce.html

Tex-Mex Macaroni and Cheese with Green Chiles
http://www.finecooking.com/recipes/tex-mex-macaroni-cheese-garlic-green-chiles.aspx

Onion, Bacon, and Ricotta Tart
http://www.food.com/recipe/onion-bacon-and-ricotta-tart-439369

-Spanish-Style Shrimp Cooked in Olive Oil

Shrimp and Grits
http://southernculinarybookclub.com/2010/09/20/southern-cooking-shrimp-and-grits-crooks-corner-style/

Crab Cakes with Scallions and Jalapenos
http://events.nytimes.com/recipes/8396/2001/08/19/Jasons-Best-Crab-Cakes-Ever/recipe.html

Sear-Roasted Salmon Fillets with Lemon Ginger Butter
http://www.finecooking.com/recipes/sear_roasted_salmon_ginger_butter.aspx

-Slow-Roasted Salmon

Mussels with Smoky Bacon, Lime, and Cilantro
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/steamed-mussels-with-smoky-bacon

Stir-Fried Chicken With Lime and Coconut
http://projects.washingtonpost.com/recipes/2005/11/20/stir-fried-chicken-lime-and-coconut/

-Garlicky Baked Chicken

Chicken Thighs Baked with Lemon, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme
http://www.finecooking.com/recipes/chicken_thighs_lemon_herbs.aspx

Zuni Roast Chicken with Bread Salad
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/4401342/ns/today-food/t/zuni-roast-chicken-bread-salad/#.Tq3z20Mg9Vw

Chicken Fricassee With Lemon, Saffron, and Green Olives
http://www.food.com/recipe/chicken-fricassee-with-lemon-saffron-and-green-olives-439372

The Amazing Five-Hour Roast Duck
http://www.culinate.com/books/collections/all_books/The+150+Best+American+Recipes/Braised+Beef+Short+Ribs*2C+ChineseStyle/www.globalgourmet.com/food/special/2006/150best/roast-duck.html#axzz1azmKKZDy

Turkey Sloppy Joes
http://articles.courant.com/2005-03-17/features/0503170187_1_turkey-sloppy-joes-red-wine-ground-turkey-meat

-Spice-Rubbed Turkey with Sage Gravy and Wild Mushroom Stuffing

Spicy Sirloin Steak with Cilantro Relish
http://books.google.com/books?
id=J4ymUAjB_OwC&pg=PA144&lpg=PA144&dq=spicy+sirloin+steak+with+coriander+relish+bills+open+kitchen&source=bl&ots=97yK103Y5X&sig=GbQnB_z6km8oSYtvvZCTwouOMwc&hl=en&ei=AH6bTsa_M6WLsAKKvoW1BA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&sqi=2&ved=0CCQQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false

-Fillet of Beef with Roquefort Sauce and Mixed Nuts

High-Temperature Rib Roast Of Beef
http://www.foodmaven.com/diary/00000179.html

Pomegranate-Braised Brisket with Onion Confit
http://www.jewishholidaycooking.com/recipes/brisket_braised.shtml

Brisket a la Carbonnade
http://www.mycatholickitchen.com/2011/02/brisket-la-carbonnade.html

Braised Beef Short Ribs, Chinese-Style
http://www.culinate.com/books/collections/all_books/The+150+Best+American+Recipes/Braised+Beef+Short+Ribs*2C+Chinese-Style

Roasted Sausages and Grapes
http://www.projo.com/food/content/fd-book27_09-27-06_5P24BT3.2782254.html

-Tuscan Pork Roast with Herbed Salt

Slow-Roasted Chipotle Pork (click on link in pork recipe list to expand)
http://www.nimanranch.com/Recipes.aspx

Pork Chile Verde with Posole
http://eat.at/swap/forum1/94323_Rec__Pork_Chile_Verde_with_Posole_from_150_Best_American_Recipes__I_love_this

Monte's Ham
http://www.nytimes.com/books/98/09/27/daily/saveur-book-review.html

-North-African Slow-Roasted Lamb

Kashmiri-Style Leg Of Lamb
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/foo...

[Caitlin McGrath]

SALADS

Alice Waters's Coleslaw
http://events.nytimes.com/recipes/5976/2004/04/11/Alice-Waterss-Coleslaw/recipe.html

Crunchy Cucumber, Celery, and Red Pepper Salad with Cucumber and Fresh Mint
http://www.grouprecipes.com/71408/crunchy-cucumber-celery-and-red-bell-pepper-salad.html

Green Bean Salad with Cream
http://books.google.com/books?
id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA71&dq=green+bean+salad+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=DDybTuD-FIGksQK6tbGtBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEkQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=green%20bean%20salad%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon Salad
http://nymag.com/listings/recipe/heirloom-tomato-and-wate/

Carrot, Parsley, and Pine Nut Salad with Fried Goat Cheese
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2003-07-09/entertainment/0307090095_1_goat-cheese-pine-nuts-cup-flour

Cherry Tomato Salad with Olives
http://www.20somethingcupcakes.com/2011/08/cherry-tomato-olive-salad/

Tomato, Avocado, and Roasted-Corn Salad
http://www.thestar.com/article/251763

Tomato Salad with Cumin
http://www.thestar.com/living/food/article/153545--spinach-rebounds

Beet Salad with Horseradish and Fried Capers
http://events.nytimes.com/recipes/10411/2004/10/10/Beet-Salad-With-Horseradish-and-Fried-Capers/recipe.html

Sicilian Slow-Roasted Onion Salad
http://muchdependsondinner.blogspot.com/2009/04/sicilian-onion-salad.html

Fennel, Red Pepper, and Mushroom Salad
http://puppychownow.blogspot.com/2011/05/fennel-red-pepper-and-mushroom-salad.html

Sugar Snap Pea and Prosciutto Salad
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/sugar-snap-pea-and-prosciutto-salad

Corn Bread Salad with Grilled Sausages and Spicy Chipotle Dressing
http://books.google.com/books?id=WIr_...

[Caitlin McGrath]

SOUPS

Pea Soup with Crispy Pancetta, Bread, and Sour Cream
http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/taste/recipes/124365379.html

Carrot Ginger Soup with Lime Creme Fraiche
http://books.google.com/books?
id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA34&dq=carrot+ginger+soup+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=NDObTojuBNPKsQLS14WnBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEUQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=carrot%20ginger%20soup%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

Yellow Pepper and Pine Nut Soup
http://heartoftheartichoke.wordpress.com/2009/02/15/soup-week-yellow-pepper-and-pine-nut-soup/

Fresh Corn Soup
http://www.thestar.com/living/food/article/154375--this-book-really-is-one-of-the-best

Italian Pumpkin Soup
http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/taste/11460751.html

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Bacon
http://quitelucid.blogspot.com/2010/11/butternut-squash-soup-with-bacon.html

Garlic Soup with Ham and Sage Butter
http://randomvibrations.blogspot.com/2008/12/garlic-soup-with-ham-and-sage-butter.html

Senegalese Peanut Soup
http://www.truestar.com/encyclopedia/article_index.aspx?resource=/assets/recipe/senegalese-peanut-soup/~default

Crab Soup with Sweet Spices and Ginger Juice
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/cooking-live/crab-soup-with-sweet-spices-and-ginger-juice-recipe/index.html

Tortilla Soup with Chicken and Avocado
http://books.google.com/books?
id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA48&dq=tortilla+soup+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=4TabTvjDB-aosQKB6-nhBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEMQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=tortilla%20soup%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

Roasted Mushroom-Leek Soup with Crispy Pancetta
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA52&dq=roasted+mushroom-
leek+soup+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=LDebTrSGJ8HKsQLg7sjdBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEsQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=roasted%20mushroom-leek%20soup%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

The Lentil Soup
http://books.google.com/books?
id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA54&dq=the+lentil+soup+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=qTebToX3E6H-sQK25aCpBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEkQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=the%20lentil%20soup%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

Malaysian Noodle Soup
http://books.google.com/books?
id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA57&dq=malaysian+noodle+soup+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=ODibTsf1BonhsQKI_djqBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEkQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false

Smoky Shrimp and Halibut Stew
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Smoky-Shrimp-and-Halibut-Stew-106206

Wild Rice and Turkey Soup
http://books.google.com/books?
id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA62&dq=wild+rice+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=5zibTu-
uJ4vLsQKz18DjBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEcQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=wild%20rice%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

[Caitlin McGrath]

STARTERS

Charred Tomatillo Guacamole with Seeded Tortilla Triangles
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Charred-Tomatillo-Guacamole-103707
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Seeded-Tortilla-Triangles-103710

Sweet and Spicy Pecans
http://books.google.com/booksid=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA7&dq=sweet+and+spicy+pecans+new+tastes+from+texas&hl=en&ei=riCXToj_AseusQLVs_jRBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEsQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=sweet%20and%20spicy%20pecans%20new%20tastes%20from%20texas&f=false
or
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/foodwine/2003361643_pecans08.html

Cheddar Walnut Crisps
http://books.google.com/booksd=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA9&dq=cheddar+walnut+crisps+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=FyGXTrrFLsKosAKKoajCBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CD8Q6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false
or
http://wegottaeat.com/karden/recipes/cheddar-walnut-crisps

Phyllo Cheese Straws
http://books.google.com/booksid=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA10&dq=phyllo+cheese+straws+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=UyGXTrXSAYKPsQLPubHmBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEcQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=phyllo%20cheese%20straws%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false
or
http://www.jsonline.com/features/food/79774567.html

Pancetta Crisps with Goat Cheese and Pear
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Pancetta-Crisps-with-Goat-Cheese-and-Pear-231265

Salsa-Baked Goat Cheese
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA13&dq=salsa-baked+goat+cheese+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=syKXTtz4B8KIsgLT5e25BA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEcQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false
or
http://suzysaid.com/index.phppage=stories&family=foodies&category=Recipe_of_the_Week&display=4413

Parsi Deviled Eggs
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA15&dq=parsi+deviled+eggs+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=MSOXTvjMD4qesQKMptXdBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEcQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false
or
http://www.copykatchat.com/appetizers/16919.htm

Vodka-Spiked Cherry Tomatoes with Pepper Salt
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA16&dq=vodka-spiked+cherry+tomatoes+with+pepper+salt+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=jSOXTvORHrSAsgKh18C6BA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CC4Q6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=vodkaspiked%20cherry%20tomatoes%20with%20pepper%20salt%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false
or
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Vodka-Spiked-Cherry-Tomatoes-with-Pepper-Salt-105108

Crimped Shrimp
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA18&dq=crimped+shrimp+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=GiSXTvXnEO7sQKamN2wBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEcQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=crimped%20shrimp%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

Smoked Salmon Rolls with Arugula, Mascarpone, Chives, and Capers
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA19&dq=smoked+salmon+rolls+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=eySXTr2dOIShsQKak5G4Cg&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEcQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false
or
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/foodwine/2003361644_salmon08.html

Roasted Asparagus with Panko Bread Crumbs
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA22&dq=roasted+asparagus+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=0ySXTq-4IOeusQKSqzSBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CEUQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=roasted%20asparagus%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

Mini Frittatas with Wild Mushrooms
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA24&dq=mini+frittatas+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=TiWXTpGcGK-
BsgL439jhBA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CD0Q6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=mini%20frittatas%20150%20best%20american%20recipes&f=false

Manly Meatballs
http://books.google.com/books?id=AnrlIPJJi9kC&pg=PA25&dq=manly+meatballs+150+best+american+recipes&hl=en&ei=niWXTsJ5pKWxAuvOnNME&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CDcQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&=false
or
http://www.thefoodmaven.com/radiorecipes/meatballs.html

Savory Fig Tart
http://books.google.com/books?id=Anrl...

[Caitlin McGrath]

As I mentioned in the nomination thread, I have online links to 134 of the recipes. I had thought to post them to the appropriate threads when LulusMom puts them up, but if people would like to see them beforehand to get in planning mode, I should post them here, eh? I'll do it broken down by chapters.

BTW, I didn't include include links where I could only find ones that changed the recipe.

[Gio]

I totaly forgot you had that list, Caitlin. Shall I delete my post so everythimg will be in one place?

[Caitlin McGrath]

Doesn't seem necessary, Gio. I see one of your links (the Steak with Cilantro Relish) will be a good alternate for those who can't access Google Books. I did try to find some alternate links for folks outside the US, but don't really have more time to devote to the project.

ETA, I've tried everything to get those Google Books links not to break. Don't know what's going on, but if you can access that service, if you go to the main page for the book and type in the recipe name, you should get a clickable link. A few of the GB links are to the books where the recipes originated. At any rate, my apologies for the messy posts below.

[pikawicca]

Yes! Perfect book for December.

[Gio]

A real cliff hanger this month, eh LLM... Here's the recipe for...

Brown Butter Dream Cookies

http://www.katyandchristine.com/2009/11/28/baking-bonanza-brown-butter-dream-cookies/

Amazing Overnight Waffles

http://www.culinate.com/books/collections/all_books/The+150+Best+American+Recipes/Amazing+Overnight+Waffles

Braised Beef Short Ribs, Chinese-Style

http://www.culinate.com/books/collections/all_books/The+150+Best+American+Recipes/Braised+Beef+Short+Ribs*2C+Chinese-Style

Steak with Cilantro Relish
http://love2cooksweets.blogspot.com/2...

[LulusMom]

Gio, you and Caitlin are amazing, and thanks so much for the help and the links. Tomorrow I'll try (have to go visit Lulu's school, so time will be short) to note some of my favorites from those I've made in from the book. Very excited about this one.

[buttertart]

Oh those cookies.