Fast Food My Way
by Jacques Pepin
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Book Reviews of Fast Food My Way
Book Review: No flash in this pan
Summary: 2 Stars
This book won't turn me off to JP, who I admire very much for his style of cooking and pleasant personality; but the book was a bit boring. Once I gleaned the book, my usual "How can I decide what to cook first?" didn't hit me. I picked up the book again with the same results -- just not enough inspiring stuff there. I haven't looked at the book since; so I can't even say this or that recipe was lackluster. I only remember my response to the book. It wan't the 'fast food' concept either because everyone needs quick recipes in the cooking repertoire. I cook a lot. I'm not a cookbook collector; my cookbooks are stained and tattered. I'm afraid "Fast Food My Way" will remain in pristine condition until I can give it to someone who will assign it more value than I can. Each book I have on the shelf has to carry its weight or it's off to the pantry -- my culinary Siberia for cookbooks -- where this cookbook now resides. For some reason I found JP cooking from this book on TV much more pleasurable than entertaining the idea of cooking from this cookbook.Book Review: Great Food in less time
Summary: 5 Stars
In the past, cookbooks I have tried with the promise of quick food relied way too much on canned ingredients. I wanted something that would focus more fresh foods. Although Pepin does use the occasional canned item, most of the recipes don't use them exclusively.
The chickpea recipe was super, and I am very intrigued with the idea of pressure cooking a veal roast! I like that he includes also fast desserts and starters. I plan to pair them with a more complicated main course when entertaining. Everything looks delicious, and I plan to explore this cookbook in depth. I would highly recommend this book if you'd like to explore a great chef's "personal" cooking.
Book Review: distinctive, quick, and clear
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of the best cookbooks I have bought in years, and I have quite a selection of 'em. You can search for recipes from the basic ingedients you have on hand or plan something more that requires special ingredients. THere is nothing overly elaborate to worry about or prepare. But what is so great is that the results are reliably interesting and will seem special for whomever you are serving - they will go "ah, what is that recipe! I want it!" It is the perfect thing for busy parents who want to do just that little bit extra. It is also an excellent gift book for non-gourmet cooks.
Warmly recommended.
Book Review: A great disappointment
Summary: 2 Stars
Love his show and looked forward to obtaining the book. But, and this is a big BUT, why do publishers think light green ink on a white page is conducive to reading? I opened to the Content page and it appeared blank. After taking the book right under a lamp, there was faint writing, but I couldn't decipher it. Tried to find a page number, and I wasn't able to since they, too, are so faint that they're useless. Granted, the actual recipes are in black ink, but the comments and cooking/serving suggestions are not. It's like buying a book without the author's personality coming through. A real disappointment!Book Review: Fast and Delicious
Summary: 5 Stars
If you are a busy person who still loves really good food every night, this is the cookbook for you. My husband and I have always enjoyed Jacques Pepin's TV shows and cookbooks, but this particular cookbook was dog-eared and food-stained within a month of its arrival in our home.
The recipes are as quick as he says. We especially love the beef stew and the incredibly easy cassoulet. We've also tried many of the ideas he has in the front of the book for quick snacks and meals. Everything has been delicious -- it definitely doesn't taste like "fast food!"
Bon Appetit!