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(More customer reviews)When I received this cookbook I decided to sit down and give it a good once over. I first noticed the beautiful cover, substantial weight and quality feel to the book. In reading the preface it gave me a better insight as to just who the Brass Sisters are, since I had not come across them previous to this book. The helpful tips and hints that they provide you throughout the book, although sometimes basic, are a good reminder of things we often overlook.
Two recipes that immediately piqued my interest were Mrs. Yaffee's Pierogi and Billionaire's Macaroni and Cheese. Two takes on recipes that were a memorable part of my childhood, but made different than how I've always done them. To give this book a full review I decided to try their macaroni recipe instead of mine this time and see what my family thought.
The directions were very clear and easy to follow. Several ingredients I don't normally use were called for here, ricotta being one and although I was confident in my recipe I can honestly say that this recipe won hands down for me. My family knew immediately that this was not my normal "Mac-n-Cheese". They said that as much as they have always liked mine, that this one was very good. I believe the combination of several cheeses gave it wonderful flavor and creaminess.
The Brass Sisters have given us a cookbook that we can feel good about giving to anyone, from your best friend to your daughter to your grandmother. All of the detailed recipes, beautiful pictures and handy ideas will keep you looking at this book over and over. One clever touch I don't want you to miss is the "My Recipes" envelope securely attached to the inside back cover for you to tuck in your own "Heirlooms".
If you already own this book or are just looking for more from the Brass Sisters, make sure to check out this one on baking also sold here on Amazon. Heirloom Baking with the Brass Sisters: More than 100 Years of Recipes Discovered from Family Cookbooks, Original Journals, Scraps of Paper, and Grandmothers Kitchen
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