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Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, February 19th, 2009
By Abby Horowitz
“Casserole Crazy: Hot Stuff for Your Oven.” Emily Farris. Penguin Books, 208 pgs., $15.95
Better start washing the dust off those old Pyrex dishes. The age of the casserole is back … with a vengeance.
But never fear.
“Casserole Crazy,” the debut cookbook—and oftentimes autobiography—from New York City editor/blogger Emily Farris will ensure your condensed soup days are a thing of the past.
Farris’ cookbook, bursting with original recipes (along with a handful from cooking greats like Bobby Flay and Donatella Arpaia), aims to brings an air of sophistication back to the one-dish meal.
“A casserole is no more than the sum of your favorite ingredients baked together in one dish,” Farris said. “Do you like lasagna? Kugel? Baked ziti? Enchiladas? If the answer is yes to any of those, my work is done.”
Still not convinced?
Farris forked over her personal recommendations for every occasion, from church potlucks (cauliflower and potato gratin) and the kids’ pre-soccer practice rush (beefy mac) to Sunday morning breakfast (French toast casserole) or romantic dinners with that special someone (a pasta dish she calls “Seduction”). With a wide range of vegetarian and good-for-you recipes, plus easy tips for personalizing each dish, this collection ensures that no matter the situation, casseroles have got you covered.
(February 2009)