We wanted to love this cookbook. We did. The design is friendly and accessible. The recipes are relatively easy. And we like Ellie Krieger's philosophy, which is basically: moderation. Go ahead and cook with that egg yolk or with that beef, but don't go overboard. And substitute healthier options when you can.
But we only liked this cookbook. We tried three of the recipes, the Olive Burgers, the Lemony Lentil soup and the New Tuna Noodle Casserole (which we modified somewhat). And nothing really knocked our socks off. They were all fine. They were quite edible. But they weren't fabu.
Still, we have So Easy (Hardcover) in really nice condition that we'd like to give away. So, if you think you want to give Ellie's recipes a whirl, leave a comment on this post by 10:00 p.m. PST, Sunday, January 10th and we'll randomly choose a winner.
If you're the lucky one, we'll email you on Monday, January 11th.
Good luck!
I'd like to give it a whirl.
Posted by: Maureen | 01/07/2010 at 07:49 AM
I've always wondered if her recipes tasted as good as they looked on tv or in pictures.
Posted by: Bing | 01/07/2010 at 10:23 AM
She has nice recipes, I'd love to try some out of her book!
Posted by: Jackie | 01/07/2010 at 10:31 AM
I'd like to try it.
Posted by: Jen K | 01/07/2010 at 10:34 AM
Anything that says "so easy" when it comes to cooking has my full attention~
Posted by: JoAnn | 01/07/2010 at 11:07 AM
I have been looking for a cookbook that my son can start making recipes from. I know I should buy a kids' cookbook, but something that is called "easy" on the cover might contain things that are tastier. Maybe? I'd love to try it.
Posted by: MommyTime | 01/07/2010 at 11:40 AM
I'm moving next week and would love to be able to try out some new EASY recipes!
Posted by: Jill in Vermont | 01/07/2010 at 11:42 AM
I've been wanting to try it!
Posted by: Lindsay | 01/07/2010 at 12:43 PM
I would love to win this book. I need to shake up my recent pattern of "melt cheese, dip chips in it." Thanks!
Posted by: Jenny | 01/07/2010 at 01:50 PM
I would love to try it out! I am wanting to cook healthier this year.
Posted by: Melissa Jean | 01/07/2010 at 02:02 PM
I like her show so I'd like to try her cookbook
Posted by: gail | 01/07/2010 at 02:33 PM
Yes. "Easy" sounds good!
Posted by: Jennifer | 01/07/2010 at 03:30 PM
Sure, why not, count me in on the giveaway!
Posted by: Kirsten | 01/07/2010 at 06:17 PM
Sounds good!
Posted by: Betsy | 01/07/2010 at 06:34 PM
I am always on the lookout for new recipes.
Posted by: Tanya | 01/07/2010 at 07:04 PM
Well, people mocked me for years with my "moderation" standpoint so sure, I'd like to give this like minded book a shot.
Posted by: marcy brown | 01/07/2010 at 07:39 PM
*comments*
*waits, chin on hands*
Posted by: Ladyjoust | 01/07/2010 at 08:42 PM
I've always liked her show. She's so ... low key but you can tell seh likes what she does.
Posted by: Lemon | 01/07/2010 at 08:55 PM
Ellie Krieger is my new favorite on the Food Network. I'd love to try out her book.
Posted by: Jessica | 01/07/2010 at 10:20 PM
I would like to try some of her recipes. I do think I would modify a little.
Posted by: Lisa | 01/08/2010 at 01:56 AM
I'll take it!
Posted by: Mary | 01/08/2010 at 08:35 AM
Thanks for the giveaway. I'm intrigued and would love to try it.
Posted by: Carey | 01/08/2010 at 09:45 AM
I'd like to try that.
Posted by: Vanita | 01/08/2010 at 11:00 AM
I would like to try it! :) Sounds like some interesting recipes.
Posted by: Holly | 01/08/2010 at 03:58 PM
I would like to try it. I am always looking for new ideas.
Posted by: Mel | 01/09/2010 at 02:29 AM