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We had just gotten home from
grocery shopping. With bags in tow we had our arms full and hurried to get
inside from the cold weather. When we opened our front porch screen door I
noticed a package on the little white table. It was a large decorative Christmas
bag with handles and a bit heavier than I expected.
Excited about the surprise
package left at my door, I couldn't wait to open it. Even though it was a few
days until Christmas, I decided to take the package out of the gift bag hoping
to get a glimpse of the item. Nope, it was in a box!
Feeling like a child I shook,
smelled, tilted and held the package trying to figure out what it was and who
gave us this treasure. The intrigue was exhilarating and kept me guessing as to
its contents until Christmas morning.
My collection of cookbooks has
been depleted over the past ten years. Looking for new recipes I bugged all my
neighbors for peeks at their collections. Knowing that I love chocolate, one of
my neighbors (whom I have borrowed her recipe books oodles of times) had the
good sense to get me a cookbook she knew I would like. As a matter of fact,
when she received it in the mail she liked it so much she ordered another one
for herself.
Hershey's is more than a name,
candy or recipe book to me; it is part of my growing up in the Tri-State area
where Hershey's is a part of everyone's family. We traveled to Hershey,
Pennsylvania more times then I can remember, spent time in the Amusement Park,
visited the chocolate factory and gave out five pound candy bars at ball games.
Having Hershey cookbooks and recipes seemed almost natural for me, so when I
received it for Christmas in 2011 you can tell it was most appreciated.
About
the Cookbook
There are so many things I love
about this cookbook besides the recipes (which is a given). I like that it is a
sturdy hardback, five ring binder making it easy to view recipes. There are two
protective page covers and great tips in the front of the book for working
specifically with all types of chocolate. I've learned so much from this
section alone.
Overall there are 24 sections
of recipes from cakes, pies, cookies, cheesecakes, candies, breads, muffins and
so much more. If you aren't sure what to give someone there is also a section
for chocolate gift giving ideas.
One of my favorite sections is
the one called "Treats
for Kids" where everyone can get involved baking, making more
fun for the family. If you are in the mood for a chocolaty beverage you'll find
recipes for those kinds of drinks. For meat lovers, there are recipes for
chicken, chili or shrimp as well. That's right, a chocolate chili recipe!
In the very back of the book is
a metric conversion chart, oven temperature suggestions and baking times
according to the pans you use. All-in-all this 512 page hardbound book is a
simple pleasure you will come to love and use over and over for years to come.
Considering all you get, plus 475 chocolate recipes with colorful pictures for
practically all the recipes, it is really a great price.
Take a look at the
scrumptious recipes from my own
Hershey's Recipe Collection Cookbook.
The sections included in this book are: Layer and Sheet Cakes, Cheesecakes, Tube or Bundt Cakes, Cupcake or Mini-Cakes, Drop Cookies, Candy, Holiday and Gift Giving Ideas, Puddings, Mousses, Cream Pies, Pastries, Coffee Cakes, Hershey Kisses Ideas and a special section for kids treats.
If you like cheesecake my Easy Chocolate Cheesecake was also a take on a recipe from this cookbook.
It is the best, richest cheesecake I've ever eaten, and it's easy to make.
Another recipe that has become
a favorite of ours was taken from a basic recipe in the cookbook and tweaked a
bit to suit our taste. Hershey's Chocolate Chip Applesauce Coffee Cake is a great recipe for the fall
and to make for those guests you have over for the holidays.
Cookbooks from Top
Kitchens
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I have several of these
cookbooks and each one is a culinary delight.
You won't be disappointed in the
ideas or recipes.
Select one for yourself or as a gift for a friend, newlywed
or for the cooking and baking lover.
View my recipes and ideas for
the Campbell's Recipe Collection.
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Fabulous review, Fay. It is very obvious how much you love this cookbook. - Brenda (Treasures By)
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