Bake until Bubbly: The Ultimate Casserole Cookbook by Clifford A. Wright
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Book Reviews of Bake until Bubbly: The Ultimate Casserole Cookbook
Book Review: I really wanted to like this cookbook...
Summary: 2 Stars
I borrowed this from the local library with plans to buy it if the recipes turned out. Unfortunately, they were only mediocre and I won't make them again.
To be fair, I only tried 2 of the recipes - the stuffed shells, and a chicken casserole. The stuffed shells was very dry and not cheesy enough - next time, I'd add some tomato, spaghetti, or marinara sauce. The chicken casserole was a little salty (could have been my fault) and just didn't have the warm, delicious, goopy, "I want more" appeal we were hoping for.
Many complained about the lack of photos in this book. I didn't find that an issue since I think casseroles aren't as beautiful as they are tasty. But I was disappointed in the mediocrity of the 2 recipes I tried.
Book Review: Great Title, Mediocre Cookbook
Summary: 1 Stars
This great title drew me to "Bake Until Bubbly," as did the yummy cover illustration...the only picture in the whole book, an odd editing choice for a cookbook. Odder still, not ONE recipe appeals to me enough to try it. Even odder still for a casserole cookbook, these recipes are not quick or easy! They are of the "stand in the kitchen for 6 hours" variety. Frankly, if I'm cooking a whole chicken, THAT'S what I'll serve for dinner...not subsequently cut it up into bite sized pieces, make a homemade bechamel sauce, shred a pound of cheese, mince garlic, make homemade stock, etc., just to produce a casserole my kids will stare at and say "Why couldn't we just have chicken?" Book Review: one of the best cookbooks in my collection
Summary: 5 Stars
I've never written an Amazon cookbook review before, but I noticed some strange reviews of this fantastic book, so I had to speak up. Some of the other reviews appear to be written by people who have never cooked from the book. There are complaints that the book doesn't have photos. One complains it has too many recipes?!
Yes, this book has a lot of recipes -- that's why I buy cookbooks. No, there aren't any photos inside (except for the amazing photo on the cover -- one of the best recipes in the book, by the way). But what's really important to know is that I've made a lot of the recipes in this book, and they're fantastic. I've been impressed again and again, and dinner guests beg me for the recipes. I highly recommend: Baked Rigatoni with Sausages (unbelievably good), Baked Swiss Chard and Spinach with Chickpeas and Feta (great for veggies)and super easy, Sweet Potato Casserole with Praline Topping (perfect for Thanksgiving, although I could eat it for dessert), and Baked Macaroni with Broccoli (I'm addicted to this).
Don't expect any canned cream of mushroom soup in the recipes in this book. That's so old-fashioned. The author has a genius technique in the Broccoli-Spinach casserole for whipping up some fresh mushrooms, milk, flour, salt & pepper in the blender. It's so easy, and so much better for you than canned soup.
And so many of the recipes, after a little prep work, pretty much cook themselves. That's why I love this book, and casseroles in general. I'm too busy with a daughter at home and a full-time job to be standing over the stovetop. This book is just what I needed. Very highly recommended.
Book Review: Not Enjoyable
Summary: 1 Stars
I collect and enjoy reading cookbooks. I like well written recipes that produce good results, but I also like a cookbook that is visually appealing...one where the feast begins with the eyes. This is not at all that book. Enjoy the picture on the cover, because that is the only photo offering of the entire book.Book Review: Not impressed
Summary: 2 Stars
I had high hopes for this cookbook as I'm always looking for casserole recipes. I was very disappointed. The recipes wasn't what I was looking for and I'm probably going to give this cookbook away. Hopefully the person that I give it to will have use for it. Here in my home it's just hubby and I. This book will probably serve a family with kids better then just a 2 person home. That's really all that I can say about it.