The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs: 100+ Recipes that You’ll Love to Cook and Eat
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Want to bake the most-awesome-ever cupcakes? Or surprise your family with breakfast tacos on Sunday morning? Looking for a quick snack after school? Or maybe something special for a sleepover? It’s all here. Learn to cook like a pro―it’s easier than you think.
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Using kid-tested and approved recipes, America’s Test Kitchen has created THE cookbook every kid chef needs on their shelf. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your friends, or your family, The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs has delicious recipes that will wow!
Recipes were thoroughly tested by more than 750 kids to get them just right for cooks of all skill levels―including recipes for breakfast, snacks and beverages, dinners, desserts, and more.Step-by-step photos of tips and techniques will help young chefs feel like pros in their own kitchenTestimonials (and even some product reviews!) from kid test cooks who worked alongside America’s Test Kitchen will encourage young chefs that they truly are learning the best recipes from the best cooks.
By empowering young chefs to make their own choices in the kitchen, America’s Test Kitchen is building a new generation of confident cooks, engaged eaters, and curious experimenters.
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Avocado Toast with Fried Eggs (ingredients, equipment, instructions)
Serves 2; Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 15 minutes
Instructions:
1. In small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon oil, lemon juice, pinch salt, and pinch pepper.
2. Use butter knife to cut avocado in half. Separate halves, then remove and discard pit. Scoop avocado into bowl with lemon dressing; discard skin. Use fork to break avocado into large pieces, then mash into dressing until mostly smooth.
3. Place bread in toaster and toast until golden on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes. Spread avocado mixture evenly on toasts.
4. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil over low heat for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, crack eggs into second small bowl and add pinch salt and pinch pepper.
5. Increase heat to medium-high and heat oil for 1 minute (oil should be hot but not smoking). Working quickly, pour eggs into skillet, cover skillet, and cook for 1 minute.
6. Turn off heat and slide skillet to cool burner. Let sit, covered, for about 1 minute for slightly runny yolks or about 2 minutes for set yolks.
7. Use spatula to transfer 1 fried egg to each toast. Serve.
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, measured separately 1 teaspoon lemon juice, squeezed from ½ lemon Salt and pepper 1 ripe avocado 2 (½-inch-thick) slices crusty bread 2 large eggs
Breakfast
The first meal of the day really is the most important. Kids who eat breakfast do better in school. (It’s true.) And weekend breakfasts are fun for the entire family. Start your day right!
“These pancakes are very fluffy, in a good way.” – Charlotte, 13
Snacks & Beverages
Snack food is fun. Looking for an after-school nosh or maybe something for a sleepover party? It’s all here.
“This is a quick and easy way to make popcorn.” – Hudson, 10
Cooking for Family & Friends
Making dinner is a great way to up your cooking game. And nothing says “I love you” like a home-cooked meal.
“Kind of sweet because of the sauce, but broccoli balances it.” – Mary, 9
Desserts
Celebrate something special with something sweet. Bake amazing cakes and cookies or chill out with homemade ice-cream.
“Good balance of tart strawberries and sweet cream.” – Owen, 11
Publisher : Sourcebooks Explore (October 16, 2018)
Language : English
Hardcover : 208 pages
ISBN-10 : 1492670022
ISBN-13 : 978-1492670025
Reading age : 8+ years, from customers
Lexile measure : IG960L
Grade level : 4 – 8
Item Weight : 1.55 pounds
Dimensions : 7.25 x 0.77 x 9.25 inches
Customers say
Customers find the cookbook’s recipes kid and adult friendly, with difficulty levels clearly marked, and appreciate its easy-to-follow instructions and helpful instructional aspects. The book includes plenty of pictures to highlight recipes, with one customer noting how photos help keep new cooks on track. Customers value the cookbook’s focus on healthy ingredients and nutrition information, though some find it boring for kids and consider it a waste of money.
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Ethan –
Amazing product
The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs is an outstanding resource for any aspiring young chef. This cookbook features over 100 delicious recipes that are not only easy to follow but also fun to make. From breakfast to dinner, snacks to desserts, this cookbook has it all. One of the standout features of this cookbook is how accessible it is for young chefs. The instructions are clear and concise, with step-by-step directions that are easy to follow. Additionally, the book includes helpful tips and tricks that are perfect for young chefs who are just starting out in the kitchen. The recipes in this cookbook are also diverse and appealing. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic dish like spaghetti and meatballs or something more adventurous like sushi rolls, there’s something for everyone. The book also includes recipes for a variety of dietary restrictions, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. The layout and design of the book are also excellent. The pages are filled with colorful photos that make the dishes look mouth-wateringly delicious. The book is also organized in a logical and user-friendly way, with sections for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and desserts. Overall, I highly recommend The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs to anyone looking for a fun and accessible cookbook for kids. The recipes are delicious, easy to follow, and perfect for young chefs who want to explore their culinary skills. This book is a must-have for any family with aspiring chefs in the kitchen.
NadineChristopher –
Purchase little kid – great
Actual meals and desserts to cook – Purchase this book for a little one to start cooking was great starter books and wonderful ideas and recipes made it easy and fun to follow. Great suggestions. Hope you have a wonderful rest of your day.
Tlf –
Nice!!!!! NO REASON A KID WOULD NOT BE SUCCESSFUL WITH THIS!!!
As a Family and Consumer Science teacher for over 20 years and a few thousand students, this is great. Easy to read. Recipes are simple enough that kids can make corrections if they make a mistake. Great for beginners.
JANET –
Mostly good info – for kids of all ages – with reservations as noted! ð¤
Basic recipes with good directions and photos. I’d have loved to have had this helpful info when I was young and trying to learn to cook by myself. It was always a joy to surprise my mom with food on the table when she got home from work, even when just a grilled cheese sandwich (made in an old pie pan under the broiler) and a can of soup I’d opened and heated on the stove! The possibilities available in this book are a great beginning to open the imaginations of curious kids to tastes, textures, and the many rewards and confidence boost of good cooking!My only negative comment is the use of food processors and similar newer tools when a large bowl, a spoon or spatula, and some elbow grease worked fine as ‘food processors’ for centuries…insert eye roll here! Also, describing to the kids how to to separate an egg USING YOUR BARE HANDS was a completely new and approaching barbaric idea I had never heard of or even thought of doing, ick! When there are always two halves of eggshells to use from one to the other, why would anyone pour the raw egg in their hand to let all but the yolk then dribble through their fingers?? Aside from the convenient shells already in your hands, there’s also an easy kitchen tool called an egg separater, yes really, that could have been shown among the kitchen tools. Much easier, less gross, and all around cleaner. Otherwise, this book and the baking book for kids are mostly recommended, except they both provide these same glaringly bogus instructions for unsuspecting children. Hmmm, maybe that was the point?? ð¤
Mickey –
Great beginner cookbook
This hardback book is made of great quality. The recipes are simple enough for my 12 year old to follow, yet very satisfying and tasty food. What a win. Instructions are step by step and very clear. Great pictures to view to get the over all idea of the finished recipe. My son made the monkey bread all on his own and let me tell you, it was INCREDIBLE. It built his confidence in the kitchen. We may have a new chef in the house. ð Great buy for a great price even!!!
Leila –
Our family loves this book!
The recipes are simple and easy for kids and beginners! Contains helpful tipsâeven for experienced cooks ð My 9 year old now wants to cook all the time and everything heâs made has been a success! **specifically, his pancakes! Yum!
Camel Knuckles –
Great baking book for kids
My daughter is 8 and has been able to follow the instructions easily and has made some delicious recipes from this book. Would highly recommend for 7-14 year olds learning new techniques and recipes.
Jodi K –
Great for young people who love cooking!
This was a Christmas gift for my nephew who wants to be a chef. He and his dad sent me pictures and a wonderful thank you note as they loved the selection of recipes.
LATighe –
Great cookbook for my 10 year old. Really easy to follow and some decent healthy options too.
Talita G –
livro prático para receitas simples com crianças… bem divertido
DK –
My 10 year of daughter loves this book and uses it often, especially when her friends come over. The recipes are well-explained, easy to follow, and fun for kids. Some ingredients are more common in the U.S., but weâve had no problem finding substitutes. Overall, a great cookbook that keeps her excited about cooking!
Amazon Customer –
very great book. But some ingredients were hard to get. Otherwise its a really good book
Robert –
Incredible book for teaching kids to cook, simple recipes and great visuals which help kids to get into the content.