Do you spend more time in the kitchen when fall and winter arrive? I love to prepare more soups and chili, cookies and pies and breads. If you’re in need of some inspiration, take a look at these five new cookbook releases from America’s Test Kitchen and Simon & Schuster. There’s something for every budget and diet.
The Complete Autumn & Winter Cookbook
America’s Test Kitchen
Available for $19.99 at Amazon
From seasonal-ingredient-focused meals and desserts to one-pot dinners designed to help you eat well on those quiet, in-between days, The Complete Autumn and Winter Cookbook has a recipe to keep you and your family feeling satisfied no matter the occasion. Even when you’re not preparing to host, the Food Gifts section provides you with a selection of delicious treats to pass along to loved ones, such as Spiced Pecans with Rum Glaze or sugar cookie and chocolate layer cake mixes. You’ll also find chapters fully devoted to versatile, seasonal staples like apple and pumpkin. Plus, chapters organized by side dishes, double-take-worthy centerpieces, appetizers, festive drinks, and desserts help you to plan a menu that you’ll be eager to bring to the table.
The I Love My Air Fryer Affordable Meals Cookbook
From Simon & Schuster
By Aileen Clark, on sale 10/12/21
Sure to please families looking for easy, healthy, and delicious food options, Aileen Clark’s newest title features one of America’s most popular appliances: the air fryer.
Inside you’ll find 175 fool-proof air fryer recipes that cost less than $3 dollars per serving. Each recipe contains a cost estimate so you can easily stay on budget and manage food costs. You’ll also find beautiful photos, a guide to getting the most out of your air fryer, and practical, easy-to-follow ways to spend less and save big at the grocery store.
Healthy & Delicious Instant Pot Cookbook
Available at America’s Test Kitchen
By Aileen Clark, on sale 10/12/21
The experts at America’s Test Kitchen has developed a myriad of Instant Pot Pot recipes, making sure to tweak details here and there for each model, and found that the key to successful Instant Pot cooking relies on using the right portions for the dish; employing a few basic strategies (that you can use for plenty of healthy meals going forward!) and keeping the recipes as flavorful as they are wholesome.
Don’t get stuck in a rut with stews, chili and beans. With this newest release, featuring internationally-inspired cuisine (my favorite part!), I think you’ll love using your Instant Pot even more than you did before. Recipes include Javaher Polo, Shrimp Jambalaya, Baba Ghanoush with Chickpea and Arugula Salad, and Ginger Ramen Noodles with Beef and Bok Choy. Designed to accommodate a range of serving sizes and tastes, this cookbook captures the spirit of health-conscious cooking. And it results in less mess and less stress in the kitchen.
The 400-Calorie Mediterranean Diet Cookbook
Simon & Schuster
By Peter Minaki, for $16.99 at Amazon
Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean while keeping at a healthy weight, with 400 calories or less.
In The 400-Calorie Mediterranean Diet Cookbook you’ll find 100 healthy recipes packed with rich flavors and in satisfying portion sizes. With photos throughout and recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus good-for-you snacks and low-calorie desserts, you will find everything you need to manage your calorie intake while enjoying fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, olive oil, seafood, and lean meats and nuts.
The Everything Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Baking Cookbook
Simon & Schuster
By Alice Wiggins, for $17.99 at Amazon
Enjoy all the things you crave – cookies and breads and muffins and more – with 200 plus recipes to choose from that are all gluten-free. Whether you have a food allergy or intolerance, or are simply baking for family or friends, The Everything Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Baking Cookbook features recipes for decadent cakes, chewy cookies, tasty breakfasts, and sweet treats with ingredients that align with special diets.
Featuring easy swaps and creative combinations, you won’t miss the gluten or the dairy. With 200 recipes and beautiful color photographs, this book is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. No need to skip dessert!
The Everything Easy Pre-Diabetes Cookbook
Simon & Schuster
By Lauren Harris-Pincus, on sale 10/19/21 $18.99
A pre-diabetes diagnosis can be concerning, whether it’s your or someone close to you, but taking action and incorporating a better diet and more activity at an early stage can help you avoid the real thing (type-2 diabetes) altogether. And The Everything Pre-Diabetes Cookbook is here to help on accomplish that worthwhile goal.
This book includes 200 healthy and easy recipes that will help manage pre-diabetes. You will enjoy meals like a savory stir fry, chili, pasta, and even sweet baked goods like doughnuts, all while creating positive change and improving health outcomes. In 30 minutes or less you can devour these easy-to-make recipes that you’re sure to enjoy. I’m eager to start using this cookbook to prepare dishes and desserts for my father when he visits! Having never personally dealt with diabetes, I was always in a quandary about what to cook, and during the holidays I really could have used some ideas for diabetic-friendly sweet treats. Lauren’s cookbook is the answer!
Which cookbook would you choose if you win the giveaway?
Giveaway: Enter to win a $10 Amazon gift card PLUS a cookbook of your choice. Pick from among any of the five titles featured today! Use the form below.
My giveaway is part of the Scaredy Cat Giveaway Hop,
which means there are lots of other sweepstakes for you to enter! (see below)
Terms: US residents aged 18 and up are eligible to enter; one person per household may enter. Winner will be contacted via email and have 2 days to claim prize before an alternate winner is drawn. No purchase necessary; use the entry form below and come for daily entries! This giveaway is coordinated and hosted by Anne Marie at the Zephyr Hill Blog. Please allow up to 4 weeks for prize shipment due to disruptions and delays in the postal industry.
Good luck!
