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The Best of Southern Living Cookbook: Over 500 of Our All-Time Favorite Recipes
No one knows the South better than Southern Living , and no one knows food better than the magazines Test Kitchens Professionals and Food Editors. They tasted their way to culinary bliss while compiling this best-ever collection, and now you can, too! Each recipe, over 500 in all, was handpicked for this book based on the following
Earned a high rating in the Test Kitchens
Named a reader favorite recipe based on calls, letters, e-mails, and comments on southernliving.com
Voted most popular among the Southern Living Food Staff--these are the recipes they cook for their families and friends
Earned a high rating in the Test Kitchens
Named a reader favorite recipe based on calls, letters, e-mails, and comments on southernliving.com
Voted most popular among the Southern Living Food Staff--these are the recipes they cook for their families and friends
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First published January 6, 2009
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August 1, 2020
I have read a couple of books from this author and have enjoyed them but I have to say this one..hmm I still can't even explain how I feel, it certainly was in no way what I was expecting. It wasn't bad but I think you kind of should be warned that it definitely will not leave you in a happy place. These two both had horrid upbringings and to me you can't really say it got that much better. Just be prepared to expect the unexpected, again if you are looking for a happy go lucky HEA, this isn't it.
June 26, 2020
Tempest Heart (Hearts of the Highlands Book Five) by Paula Quinn
Paula Quinn delivers a action packed adventure drama with twists of romance along the way! This book surpasses my expectations of a series especially the fifth! Usually by the third or fourth one they are struggling to keep there sizzle! Paula Quinn kept a constant spark between the characters and there is even a hint of a sixth book that sounds exceedingly promising from the teaser clues!!
Tristan MacPherson is a paid killer, but was raised to be a man with morals and integrity. He only assassinate those who have done evil. He will not kill women or children. He comes from a loving Scottish family and was raised in the church faith .
Kate Callanach was isolated by her father after someone tried to burn down their home and she was scarred on her legs from the incident. A few years earlier her mother and a maid were killed in a carriage accident and as a result of these two things her father keeps her locked and gated behind a giant wall! She has no friends and no visitors.
Finally, her uncle comes to visit with her cousin and they finally convince her father to let her leave to go to the uncles home because the Black Death is further from his keep.
This plague is so deadly it can wipe out the whole village. The plague is like our Covid19 you have to wash your hands and they didn’t know basic cleanliness. While traveling to her uncles they were in an Inn and a man who apparently had the plague spit up blood all over Kate! Her uncle was terrified and left her there alone! Soon the town was exposed and everyone was dead and the kings men came in to burn the bodies! Kate was barely alive and Tristan was traveling through and he saved her and nursed her back to health. Tristan did not realize that Kate was one of the men on his list to kill daughter!! This is where the book takes a turn you won’t even begin to imagine!!!
The author’s narrative had so much inflection that I had goosebumps with anticipation for the next chapter to see what was going to await Tristan & Kate!
Writers are like sculptors with clay in they have to keep molding that lump and that’s how they develop each chapter! The end result is the epilogue and this particular story you won’t be disappointed!! The body of this book is so intertwined with adventures & impassioned with developing personalities that there is no way you can not be gripped by the emotional facet that explodes off the pages!!!
I received a advanced copy from netgally and these are my words and thoughts!!!
Paula Quinn delivers a action packed adventure drama with twists of romance along the way! This book surpasses my expectations of a series especially the fifth! Usually by the third or fourth one they are struggling to keep there sizzle! Paula Quinn kept a constant spark between the characters and there is even a hint of a sixth book that sounds exceedingly promising from the teaser clues!!
Tristan MacPherson is a paid killer, but was raised to be a man with morals and integrity. He only assassinate those who have done evil. He will not kill women or children. He comes from a loving Scottish family and was raised in the church faith .
Kate Callanach was isolated by her father after someone tried to burn down their home and she was scarred on her legs from the incident. A few years earlier her mother and a maid were killed in a carriage accident and as a result of these two things her father keeps her locked and gated behind a giant wall! She has no friends and no visitors.
Finally, her uncle comes to visit with her cousin and they finally convince her father to let her leave to go to the uncles home because the Black Death is further from his keep.
This plague is so deadly it can wipe out the whole village. The plague is like our Covid19 you have to wash your hands and they didn’t know basic cleanliness. While traveling to her uncles they were in an Inn and a man who apparently had the plague spit up blood all over Kate! Her uncle was terrified and left her there alone! Soon the town was exposed and everyone was dead and the kings men came in to burn the bodies! Kate was barely alive and Tristan was traveling through and he saved her and nursed her back to health. Tristan did not realize that Kate was one of the men on his list to kill daughter!! This is where the book takes a turn you won’t even begin to imagine!!!
The author’s narrative had so much inflection that I had goosebumps with anticipation for the next chapter to see what was going to await Tristan & Kate!
Writers are like sculptors with clay in they have to keep molding that lump and that’s how they develop each chapter! The end result is the epilogue and this particular story you won’t be disappointed!! The body of this book is so intertwined with adventures & impassioned with developing personalities that there is no way you can not be gripped by the emotional facet that explodes off the pages!!!
I received a advanced copy from netgally and these are my words and thoughts!!!
June 14, 2020
This book is full of twists and turns; but in a really good way. I loved that it wasn't the typical romance book that I can guess what's going to happen next. I couldn't put it down and the characters were very well developed. I cant wait to read more from Paula Quinn.
Tristian turned to being a hired killer after the war. But he only kills bad people the law cant touch (governor, earl etc) Men fear just hearing his name; and is known to be the silent hero of women as most of the men he kills is to rescue a women held captative.
Rose is 20 but since the death of her mom when she was in her teens she has been in her castle guarded by 14 men and not allowed to leave. She survived a fire at the age of 8 and her dad is very protective over her. Her uncle convinces her dad to allow her to go with her cousin to London. When they pass through a town she and her 7 men are inflected and left for dead. She is laying a pile of bodies about to be burned alive when Tristian sees her. At first he just wants to comfort her as she dies; but as she gets better, she grows on him. He feels drawn to her but fights all temptation as he feels he's evil due to his occupation.
They must lean on each other to face her past; which involves his next job. The villian is unexpected and I absolutely loved how it all turned out. You can see how the characters grow through the book and its just beautifully written.
Tristian turned to being a hired killer after the war. But he only kills bad people the law cant touch (governor, earl etc) Men fear just hearing his name; and is known to be the silent hero of women as most of the men he kills is to rescue a women held captative.
Rose is 20 but since the death of her mom when she was in her teens she has been in her castle guarded by 14 men and not allowed to leave. She survived a fire at the age of 8 and her dad is very protective over her. Her uncle convinces her dad to allow her to go with her cousin to London. When they pass through a town she and her 7 men are inflected and left for dead. She is laying a pile of bodies about to be burned alive when Tristian sees her. At first he just wants to comfort her as she dies; but as she gets better, she grows on him. He feels drawn to her but fights all temptation as he feels he's evil due to his occupation.
They must lean on each other to face her past; which involves his next job. The villian is unexpected and I absolutely loved how it all turned out. You can see how the characters grow through the book and its just beautifully written.
June 29, 2020
Two isolated, lonely people fated to meet each other. Tristan saves her from death. She saves his soul.
Tristan is the son of Cainnech and Aleysia, both warriors at heart. Tristan is raised learning to fight and defend ones family and property. After being at war for a while, Tristan leaves but cant settle his fighting spirit, so he turns to vigilantism. He is paid to meet out justice where the law fails. He earned a certain reputation, and as a result leads a very solitary life.
Rose is raised in total seclusion. Her father protects her from someone who is out to kill his family. But she is a sweetheart whom everyone loves.
This story was sad yet hopeful. I did have a hard time with Tristan's killing people so easily. The back and forth of his being a vigilante and then a hero was a little confusing. I didn't know whether to like the man or not.
I liked the story of Tristan and Rose. Her goodness and love quiets his fighting spirit, just as it did for his mother and father.
4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
I want to thank Netgalley for the chance to review this book.
Tristan is the son of Cainnech and Aleysia, both warriors at heart. Tristan is raised learning to fight and defend ones family and property. After being at war for a while, Tristan leaves but cant settle his fighting spirit, so he turns to vigilantism. He is paid to meet out justice where the law fails. He earned a certain reputation, and as a result leads a very solitary life.
Rose is raised in total seclusion. Her father protects her from someone who is out to kill his family. But she is a sweetheart whom everyone loves.
This story was sad yet hopeful. I did have a hard time with Tristan's killing people so easily. The back and forth of his being a vigilante and then a hero was a little confusing. I didn't know whether to like the man or not.
I liked the story of Tristan and Rose. Her goodness and love quiets his fighting spirit, just as it did for his mother and father.
4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
I want to thank Netgalley for the chance to review this book.
June 30, 2020
Lady Rose Callanach’s life has been one of protected isolation by her father. Kept inside with guards to protect her, especially after the fire that damaged her legs, and the murder of her mother, mother’s maid and burning of their bodies, her father protected her from life. Now she is going with her uncle and cousin to spend the winter with them. On their travels, Rose is infected with the Black Death and her uncle leaves her to die. She is about to be burned alive on the death pile, a man saves her when he realizes she is still alive. Tristan MacPherson, a hired killer, could not leave her to die in such a fashion. I was so engrossed in this book by the time Tristan rescued Rose, that I could not put it down. The mystery that continues thru this book, keeps you deeply connected. Thank you, Paula, for a wonderful adventure into Tristan and Rose’s lives.
February 2, 2015
This was my cookbook selection for the month of January 2015. I made multiple recipes from each section except the beverages (just not much of a cocktail drinker or many causes for punch this month), and tried to make choices that would give me the best possible range of what the cookbook had to offer. I always make the recipes as written the first time. However, at over 500 recipes, the 29 I made may or may not be fully representative.
The Pros: Every single recipe I made, I would make again. The balance of flavors was excellent in every recipe (never felt it needed more salt, or spice, or etc.). Recipes are well written with clear instructions. I didn't find any recipes where I thought steps were left out or assumed. Some of the best include the tiramisu toffee trifle pie (our #1 favorite from this month), smokey mashed potato bake (our other #1), king ranch chicken casserole, spicy beef filets, red pepper jelly glazed carrots, and the chocolate oatmeal bars.
The Cons: Both of the recipes I made containing rice (arroz con pollo and ragin' Cajun casserole)came out with the rice way overcooked - as in soft and mushy. The flavor was great on both, but the soft texture of the rice was a turn off. When making again, I would adjust the liquid and cook times in hopes of a better result. Also, each recipe makes a LOT. Since there are only 2 of us, we ended up with crazy amounts of leftovers. Most excess leftovers seemed to freeze OK, but time will tell.
The Neutral: I enjoy cooking and don't mind more complicated recipes. But be warned that most of the recipes in this cookbook aren't quick fix. I learned quickly to start with an empty dishwasher as I would fill it up with just one dish - lots of steps made for lots of pots, pans, measuring equipment, etc.
The Pros: Every single recipe I made, I would make again. The balance of flavors was excellent in every recipe (never felt it needed more salt, or spice, or etc.). Recipes are well written with clear instructions. I didn't find any recipes where I thought steps were left out or assumed. Some of the best include the tiramisu toffee trifle pie (our #1 favorite from this month), smokey mashed potato bake (our other #1), king ranch chicken casserole, spicy beef filets, red pepper jelly glazed carrots, and the chocolate oatmeal bars.
The Cons: Both of the recipes I made containing rice (arroz con pollo and ragin' Cajun casserole)came out with the rice way overcooked - as in soft and mushy. The flavor was great on both, but the soft texture of the rice was a turn off. When making again, I would adjust the liquid and cook times in hopes of a better result. Also, each recipe makes a LOT. Since there are only 2 of us, we ended up with crazy amounts of leftovers. Most excess leftovers seemed to freeze OK, but time will tell.
The Neutral: I enjoy cooking and don't mind more complicated recipes. But be warned that most of the recipes in this cookbook aren't quick fix. I learned quickly to start with an empty dishwasher as I would fill it up with just one dish - lots of steps made for lots of pots, pans, measuring equipment, etc.
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