The Little Black Apron: A Single Girl's Guide to Cooking with Style and Grace

by Jodi Citrin, Melissa Gibson, Katie Nuanes

Even the busiest, most kitchen-clueless woman dreams of one day making the perfect egg salad sandwiches for ladies' luncheons and baby showers. But until then, she's stuck in her kitchen for one, where she can't tell a can opener from a whisk, haricots from Gruyere, or carmelized from caramel. And even if she could, cooking herself dinner from scratch is the last thing on her mind when she leaves for work in the morning. That's why The Little Black Apron is the accessory for women in their 20s and 30s. Whether fresh out of college or on her own after a messy breakup, any woman who's on unfamiliar footing in her kitchen will feel like M.F.K. Fisher in no time. Nutritionist Jodi Citrin, chef Katie Nuanes, and writer Melissa Gibson offer tangible solutions to healthy and simple cooking, along with hilarious commentary on what it's like to be all grown up and single. This book provides the 4-1-1 on essential utensils, pantry staples, and basic cooking techniques for more than 100 delicious and nutritious recipes. With The Little Black Apron , a woman on the go needn't neglect what's important in her life, whether that's dating, friendships, or work. Armed with the tips and quick prep ideas on every page, she'll have dinner on the table in no time.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference

256 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2007

Reviews

[Heather]

Great recipes and cooking advice for us single folks. For example, recipes for only one to two servings not four!

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would have given this book four stars, there are great recipes and food tips, but no pictures! And I love pictures of food. Definitely worth checking out at the library.

[Jacque Hodges (Carter) · Rating 3 out of 5]

I bought this book for my daughter. Lots of fun, easy recipes for one or a group.

[Brenna · Rating 4 out of 5]

A sophisticated guide to cooking for the single girl, that includes recipes portioned for one and a few for a dinner party.

[Angel · Rating 2 out of 5]

Seemed like more of a diet, healthy eating book then help to make single portions like i wanted/expected