Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Cooking
by Sandra Lee
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Book Reviews of Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Cooking
Book Review: Barely edible
Summary: 1 Stars
I am all for shortcuts in the kitchen and I am not a health nut or a food snob, but I was hard-pressed to find more than a handful of recipes in this book that were edible. Most of them were seriously lacking in the flavor department. The fact that most of them are very poor, nutrition-wise, also concerned me a lot. She seems beholden to too many ingredients that are high in fat and sodium, as well as chemicals and preservatives. I mean, why use artificial coffee creamer in an eggnog recipe? I received this book as a gift, from a well-meaning friend. I would have much rather gotten one of rachel Ray's books, as she really knows how to make fast and simple meals from fresh ingredients.Book Review: Do Not Buy This Book
Summary: 1 Stars
I do not think I am exagerating when I write that this woman has created an empire in which she is enabling people to become seriously overweight and possible worse health problems. This woman adds fat, additives, and perservatives when there is not need at all. For example, she adds mayonnaise to store bought salad dressing, basically for no reason. But most of all, she is advocating that packaged foods are the way to go. That is simply not good. The human body is meant meant to take in the amounts of chemicals that are contained in her recipes. Check the labels; if you see chemicals, don't eat it! If you care about your health, you will stay clear of Sandra Lee.Book Review: Don't be fooled by these books,
Summary: 5 Stars
just because the recipe says to use pre-made ingredients doesn't mean you can't take the extra time to make as many of them from scratch that you can, like shredding your own cheese, cutting up a onion, or making your own mashed potatoes, etc. I sub as many fresh ingredients as I can for the pre-packaged and I still have a good meal made in no time. That may defeat the purpose of the cookbook, BUT, the recipes are what stand out, and any can me made with fresh or pre-packaged items.
They are good, everyday family meals. The photos and lay out are outstanding, and the books are well priced for the quality we get from them. Worth the money.
Book Review: Perfect for Crazy Schedules
Summary: 5 Stars
My husband and I love to cook, but our crazy schedules during the week don't allow us to cook meals from scratch like we love to do on the weekends. In the past, we'd pick up fast food since we didn't have time to cook, leaving us frustrated because we weren't spending any time in our kitchen Monday through Thursday. Eating out is also terribly expensive and unhealthy.
We bought both of Sandra Lee's cookbooks and love them for the purpose they were created. We're now getting to spend time in our kitchen on Mondays through Thursdays, producing healthful meals. We're losing weight and saving money!
Book Review: Cooking Made Easy
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this cookbook! If you are an on the go, busy person, this cookbook is for you. Most of the meals contain everyday items you have in your pantry. If you have to go shopping for an item, it gives you a name brand to look for. Using pre-made items helps you to make a faster meal. But, not only are the meals made quickly, the are delicious! The pictures are beautiful and they inspire you to cook. The meals are grouped together so you don't even have to think about what would compliment the entre. I give this cookbook to every new bride and recommend it to all my on the go mom friends.