***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
We may be toilet-installation and cabinet-painting experts, but when it comes to cooking we can use all the help we can get. Which is why we were psyched when our latest giveaway sponsor, America’s Test Kitchen, offered to send their newest cookbook our way in addition to doling out some great prizes for you guys (yes, prizes with an “s”). And when our complimentary preview copy of “Cooking For Two” arrived last week, we knew we were in for a good meal (sorry Burger, it’s not Cooking for Three).
I’m Young House Love’s resident (wannabe) chef, so perusing the book for a beginner-friendly recipe was the first thing I did. I loved that every recipe was already portioned for just two people (sweet, no math), but even better was all the background info surrounding each recipe. Hearing about how they arrived at the right ingredients, perfect temperatures and ideal prep techniques was extremely educational for a novice like me (so that’s how you properly shred basil). It even gave me the confidence to take on their Crunchy Baked Pork Chops with Aoili dipping sauce (page 79) on Saturday… although you’ll have to excuse the frozen veggies on the side, I was busy making my own breadcrumbs.
And a handful of you will get to try it for yourselves! Yep, America’s Test Kitchen is giving away a hot-off-the-presses hardcover copy of “Cooking for Two” to FIVE randomly selected readers. To enter, just comment on this post with the words “I WANT A TASTE” by Wednesday, April 8th at 8pm EST. And while you’re at it let us know what makes up your all-time favorite meal. You know, the one you’d pick as your last meal or eat everyday if you were trapped on a desert island.
As always, only one entry per e-mail address is permitted and our five lucky winners will be chosen using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck…
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Meaghan says
I want a taste!
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/parmigiano-crusted-rigatoni-with-cauliflower-and-prosciutto
Seraph says
I WANT A TASTE!
Favorite meal? The favorite one I could make would be the first one I made for my boyfriend (and actually one of the few I could reliably make, period) involving baked salmon with dill weed and whole-wheat pasta with sauteed zucchini, arugula, and tomatoes. It’s super easy, really delicious, and pretty darn healthy.
courtneyg says
I WANT A TASTE! :)
My favorite meal ever is probably Thai Basil Chicken. Pure deliciousness!
Kelsey says
I want a taste – BBQ beef sandwiches!
mitch says
I WANT A TASTE!
i love pizza
McKelle says
I’d probably choose Mexican food for my last meal. Carne asada tacos…mmmmm.
I want a taste!!!
Lisa says
“I WANT A TASTE!”
Wow…that looks so good! Even the frozen veggies..lol.
Lisa
Magchunk says
I WANT A TASTE!
Fingers crossed :)
Robyn says
I WANT A TASTE!
I could have a Turkey & Brie sandwich from Cosi every meal for the rest of my life and be happy.
Amy says
I WANT A TASTE!
anything chocolate!
Tori says
I WANT A TASTE!
Fajitas and White Queso!
Brandi says
I WANT A TASTE!! It’s a tossup between Penne alla Vodka or Baby back ribs with sweet barbeque sauce (vastly different, I know!!)
Amy says
“I Want A Taste” Spinach and feta cheese Turkey burgers!
rachel says
I want a taste.
My favorite meal is my grandmothers mac n cheese! It’s the best
Carrie M. says
I WANT A TASTE! Simple, homemade mashed potatoes are the best. And during summer fresh, grilled corn on the cob is amazing!
becky says
I want a taste! In fact, I want the whole meal. Except I don’t exactly eat meat. But my husband does. And I eat fish. So my favorite all time meal is salmon, preferably with a honey and teryaki glaze, steamed asparagus, a hefty salad, and homemade, mother-in-law recipe scalloped potatoes. Yum! I’m in taste bud heaven with that one!!
Mitch says
I WANT A TASTE!
i love pizza or chipotle!
Jaimee says
I WANT A TASTE! PIZZA :)
Angela O. says
I want a taste
Stephanie B says
I WANT A TASTE
I think I would take some Ice Cream with me even though its not technically a meal!
Kristi says
I WANT A TASTE!
My favorite meal is chicken hibachi!
Camile says
I WANT A TASTE!
I love shrimp scampi with linguini with garlic bread and roasted asparagus on the side…yum!
Meg says
I want a taste!! I love pasta with this homemade chunky roasted tomato sauce that I make.
Karen says
I WANT A TASTE!
My favorite meal – probably Chicken Marsala (America’s Test Kitchen has an AMAZING recipe).
Very hungry after browsing the post and all the comments!
Amanda says
I WANT A TASTE!!!! And so does my husband, the one who could eat steak and potatoes every night when all I want to do is make healthy, light dinners! We need to find a compromise and “Cooking for Two” might do the trick! Oh and my favorite meal? Spaghetti carbonara all the way!
Sonia says
I want a taste!
and need help….
Tessa says
I WANT A TASTE – My mom’s homemade lasagna and chocolate sheet cake!
Emily says
I WANT A TASTE!!!
I’m moving in a few weeks and have been eating all the food in my pantry and freezer – I need a great, new homecooked meal!!!
Jessica says
I want a taste!
my favorite meal….my mom’s lasagna! also love fresh asparagus or fresh green beans with lemon and garlic…. I have a hard time making the meals the right portion for the 2 of us (our daughter doesn’t eat enough to count yet!) – I feel like we end up wasting food. I may have to buy this book if I don’t win it!
Wendy says
I WANT A TASTE!
My favorite meal is, no competition, my dad’s burrito recipe. It’s so easy and yummy, and there’s nothing better than quick comfort food after a long day.
Sarah says
I WANT A TASTE! I’m a simple girl, chicken fingers and french fries with a diet pepsi and I’m a happy girl (and aspiring chef!!)
Joanna says
I WANT A TASTE!!!
poppyseed chicken!
Mary says
I WANT A TASTE – I love cooking!
Christa says
I WANT A TASTE!!
I make a mean penne with tomatoes and spinach in a gorgonzola cream sauce. Yum!
Kim V says
“I WANT A TASTE.”
Thanks for the giveaway!
kimspam66(at)yahoo(dot)com
Sadie says
I WANT A TASTE… please and thanks! There are just 2 of us at home, and I’ve been a long subscriber to Cook’s Country magazine now. I love the test kitchen and their easy to follow recipes. My favorite meal is chicken and broccoli fettuccine alfredo with crunchy garlic bread on the side.
Abbie in CO says
“I want a taste” is what J always says before grabbing a bite off my plate! It would be awesome to have a cookbook that doesn’t have a minimum of 4 servings!
Jeannette says
I want a taste!
kelly says
I WANT A TASTE!!!
(wow, i can’t believe how many people come out of the woodwork for these freebies!!)
My favorite meal would have to be either chicken cordon bleu with my sweet husband or my mom’s fajitas!
Amy says
I want a taste!
Your dinner looks so good! The meal I could live on is my grandma’s chicken pie! Oh man, it is so good!
Priscilla says
i want a taste! tuna casserole. mmm.
Tracy says
I WANT A TASTE of this cookbook! Yum! My fav recipies are lasagne, sweet & sour meatballs and key lime pie. De-lish!
Sarah H says
I want a taste!
Filet mignon, roasted asparagus and caesar salad. Mmmm.
CH says
I WANT A TASTE!
Shrimp and grits or my mom’s manicotti
Beth says
I WANT A TASTE! My favorite meal is anything with seafood. Alaskan King Crab legs, lobster, shrimp…I’ll take any of it!
Carol says
I WANT A TASTE
A steak broiled in butter
Loaded Baked Potato
Creamed Spinach
Red velvet cake
Victoria says
I WANT A TASTE!
Chicken enchiladas with tomatillo sauce
Our Creative Life says
I WANT A TASTE! This will be great for when hubby & I become empty nesters!
Rachel says
I WANT A TASTE!
General Tso’s Chicken. I really could eat it every day. Or maybe the non-fried Sesame Chicken we make. Hard call.
Sarah says
I WANT A TASTE
My favorite meal… shrimp and grits, with cheese and garlic! Yummy Yummy