Easter Delights Cookbook

by Karen Jean Matsko Hood

Overview

During this deeply spiritual time of the year, author and cook Karen Jean Matsko Hood brings her readers a unique cookbook full of inspiration in these tasty and filling recipes. This cookbook is written with the novice cook in mind and will be enjoyed by the accomplished cook as well. It is satisfying to the soul to include all members of the family in helping to prepare for this yearly feast time. Hood's recipes are wholesome and will please the whole family as well as company for this special time of the year. These recipes contain ingredients that are easily found at your local market year round.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781598082470
Publisher:	Whispering Pine Press International, Inc.
Publication date:	05/31/2012
Series:	Delights Series
Pages:	326
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.88(d)

Read an Excerpt

Did You Know? . . . .

Did you know that the week before Easter is very special in the Christian tradition? The Sunday before is Palm Sunday, and the last three days before Easter are Maundy Thursday or Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday (sometimes referred to as Silent Saturday). Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday respectively commemorate Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, the Last Supper, and the Crucifixion.


Fruit and Nut Easter Eggs

These eggs are both colorful and sweet with the addition of candied fruit. They store for a long period of time, and make great homemade gifts. Try making some ahead of time to beat the Easter day hustle and bustle in the kitchen.

Ingredients:

2½ c. sugar
1 c. light corn syrup
¾ c. water
½ lb. marshmallow cream
½ c. shortening, melted
¼ c. powdered sugar
2 c. candied fruit
nuts
chocolate candy coating, sufficient for 10 eggs

Directions:

1. In saucepan cook sugar, corn syrup, and water to 265 degrees F. using candy thermometer.
2. Add marshmallow cream and beat until almost firm.
3. Add melted shortening, powdered sugar, candied fruit, and nuts; mix well.
4. Shape eggs with your hands, then dip in melted chocolate candy coating.
5. Eggs will keep for 6 to 8 months, stored between sheets of wax paper in airtight container.

Yields: 10 eggs.


Did You Know? . . . .

Did you know that one of the best-known sunrise services, held at the Hollywood Bowl, began in 1921?

Table of Contents

Introduction	18
Easter Information:
Easter Botanical Classification	19-20
Easter Cultivation and Gardening	21-24
Easter Facts	25-26
Easter Folklore	27-28
Easter History	29-32
Easter Nutrition and Health	33-34
Easter Poetry	35-44
Easter Symbols	45-46
Recipe Sections:
Appetizers and Dips	49-64
Beverages	65-80
Breads and Rolls	81-100
Breakfasts	101-120
Cakes	121-138
Candies	139-150
Cookies	151-166
Desserts	167-184
Dressings, Sauces, and Condiments	185-196
Jams, Jellies, and Syrups	197-208
Main Dishes	209-222
Pies	223-238
Preserving	239-252
Salads	253-264
Side Dishes	265-278
Soups	279-290
Wines and Spirits	291-303
Festival Information	304
Measurement Charts	305
Glossary	306-310
Recipe Index	311-313
Reader Feedback Form	314
About the Cookbook Delights Series	315
Order Forms:
Book Club	316
Fundraising Opportunities	317
Personalized and/or Translated Order Form	318
Gifts and Gift Baskets Order Form	319-321
Whispering Pine Press International, Inc., Order Forms	322-232
About the Author and Cook	324

What People are Saying About This

Dr. James G. Hood

…"Easter Delights is not only a cookbook, it is a wealth of information about Easter. It includes fascinating facts, folklore, history of Easter, Easter symbols, poetry, and traditions. It even includes information on caring for your Easter lily.

In addition to all this information, it has a collection of over 240 delicious recipes that will be enjoyed by your family and friends.

This cookbook is a great value for the price and makes a wonderful gift."…
(Dr. James G. Hood, Editor)

Kimberly Carter

…"I always look forward to Easter because it's a holiday that represents renewal, along with the ringing in of Spring!

Easter Delights Cookbook is a wonderful way to supplement the occasion. It's filled with hundreds of flavorful recipes, fun traditions, and interesting facts about the holiday. By adding Easter Delights to your cookbook collection, it's sure to help you make some special memories that you'll forever cherish!"…
(Kimberly Carter, Publicist)

Mary Scripture

…"Easter, a season rich in symbols, customs, and history, as well as a time for delectable and distinctive traditional dishes and boisterous Easter egg hunts, is easily one of the most enjoyable times of the year. Easter Delights Cookbook has fun-filled recipes, as well as facts, customs, and history about this most splendid holiday. You will find the poetry heartwarming and inspirational and the dishes scrumptious, with unique as well as traditional holiday favorites. Easter Delights will soon be a favorite in your family for generations to come."…
(Mary Scripture, Graphic Designer)