Simple Pleasures: Recipes and Memories of Real Food [Hardcover]

This is a book about good food with heart: 80 easy-to-prepare comfort food recipes.What is it about comfort food? We now know that certain foods can trigger the part of our brain that connects to pleasurable early memories: think of apple pie, mashed potatoes and butter, the smell of garlic and onions sizzling in olive oil& By early childhood we are imprinted with these sense and taste preferences.

For co-authors Chris Fennimore and Chef Daniel Ag?era, their food memories started as children in their grandmothers kitchens. Chriss Italian grandmother could make magic out of the simplest ingredients; Daniels Spanishabuelataught him to cook from the heart. In this book, they showcase their families best-loved comfort food traditions, along with American classics that should always have a place at the table. Test kitchen approved  with mouthwatering color photos for every recipe.

Simple Pleasuresis more than just a cookbook; it is an endearing collection and connection to food as it should be  memorable home cooked dishes made with everyday quality ingredients that are simply cooked to bring out real honest-to-goodness flavor with minimal effort. Simple Pleasuresfocuses on real ingredients, with meals that are simple to prepare and satisfying flavors  exactly what today's cook looks for and needs in his or her kitchen. Chris Fennimore and Daniel Aguera make preparing meals fun again, with engaging stories and recipes for comfort food even the pickiest eaters will enjoy. Simple Pleasuresis the perfect last-minute gift for the cook on your gift list, especially if he or she loves easy-to-prepare comfort food. & Illustrated with mouth-watering photographs, the cookbook will appeal to beginners as well as more accomplished home cooks. I knew I would love the recipes in this cookbook!Simple Pleasuresis all about a style of cooking that is simple, uncomplicated and respects the use of good ingredients. lc8