I was once a foolish novice chef who thought casseroles were campy concoctions that grandmas and soccer moms whipped up using the staple ingredients: cream of mushroom soup, chicken breasts, etc. Nothing against those recipes--I love the convenience of canned soup as much as the next person--but Beatrice Ojakanga's Best Casserole Cookbook Ever blows them right out of the water. Who would have ever thought that a succulent Havarti-Stuffed Chicken Breast, breaded and doused in white wine, would be in a casserole cookbook? Or Beer-Baked Irish Beef? Or Hot Ricotta Dip with Garlic and Herbs? Granted, Beatrice includes the classics--even helpful hints and quick recipes to make your own cream of mushroom soup. The difference is that this cookbook contains innovative, almost gourmet-quality new ideas that, for the most part, can be assembled ahead of time and popped into the oven. It's great for entertaining and contains everything from appetizers to brunch to dinner to dessert--each recipe more delicious than the last. Quite honestly, this is the most delicious, best, and most unique cookbook I own. Don't let the relative lack of pictures fool you; each of the 500+ dishes turns out beautifully. What can I say but buy this cookbook--your family and your stomach will both thank you.
Beth gives this five out of five carrots!
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