Synopses & Reviews
In 2008, Aaron McCargo, Jr., was the winner of The Next Food Network Star (the same show that best-selling cookbook author Guy Fieri won before he got his own series). As the prize for winning, McCargo's own show, Big Daddy's House, launched in August 2008. It was immediately ranked the #1 show in the Food Network's Sunday weekend block (even ranked up against Guy Fieri's show). Big Daddy's House is now filming its fourth season, and Food Network recently produced a pilot with McCargo for a brand-new show called Outrageous Foods to begin airing in the fall if picked up. As is clear by his success, McCargo's fan base is growing rapidly, and this will be his first-ever cookbook. The 120 recipes totally reflect his personal, boldly-flavored cooking style -- Spicy Beef Quesadillas, Jerk Chicken with Smoked Gouda Sandwich, Pepperoni-Cheese Burger Turnover, Salisbury Steak Bundles. This is food that makes your mouth water just from reading the recipe titles. There are chapters for soups, salads, appetizers, side dishes, and mains, all offering exciting, comfort food dishes that even beginner cooks can prepare. There are no fussy cooking techniques and esoteric ingredients here. This book is about getting creative and having fun in the kitchen. And if home cooks have any room left for dessert, they're sure to love McCargo's Candybar Cookies or the Tiramisu Cupcakes. This full color book will include finished dish shots and plenty of photos of the charming author at work in the kitchen.
Synopsis
The first cookbook from Food Network star Aaron McCargo
Simply Done, Well Done is the new cookbook from one of the televisions fastest-rising stars. Aaron McCargo won the fourth season of The Next Food Network Star in 2008 and is quickly becoming a household name. Now starring in his own Food Network show, Big Daddys House, McCargo shares his passion for big, bold flavors and fun family cooking.
Simple, flavorful, and down to earth, these mouthwatering recipes are sure to satisfy every member of the family. Leaving out the fussy cooking techniques and hard-to-find ingredients, McCargo shows you how to create bold flavors and satisfying dishes like Spicy Beef Quesadillas, Jerk Chicken with Smoked Gouda Sandwiches, or Salisbury Steak Bundles. And if, somehow, friends and family have room left for dessert, theyll love his Candybar Cookies and Tiramisu Cupcakes.
• Includes 120 recipes covering soups, salads, appetizers, side dishes, main courses, sandwiches, sauces, and desserts
• Features enticing full-color photographs throughout
When its time to cook for the family, Simply Done, Well Done will make sure that “delicious” is definitely on the menu.
Synopsis
bold, flavorful food the whole family will love
In Simply Done, Well Done, Aaron McCargo, Jr.the star of the Food Network's Big Daddy's Houseshares 120 of the fun, family-friendly recipes that have made him a rising star. From hearty comfort foods to classic barbecue favorites to radically delicious desserts, Aaron whips up mouth watering dishes inspired by family, friends, and good times shared over great food. With simple techniques and audacious ideas, he delivers big flavors and big fun with recipes like Spicy Beef Quesadillas, Pepperoni-Cheeseburger Turnovers, and Tiramisu Cupcakes.
With his trademark charm and straight forward kitchen instruction, Aaron explains the basic cooking skills and the vital ingredients that make big, bold cooking easy for any cook. For home-cooked meals that will knock your socks off and satisfy even the heartiest of appetites, look no further than Simply Done, Well Done. Gather the family around the table and get ready for some serious fun!
About the Author
Aaron McCargo, Jr., was the winner of season four of The Next Food Network Star and currently stars in Big Daddy's House on Food Network. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and children.
Table of Contents
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS & THANK YOUS.
INTRODUCTION.
APPETIZERS WITH GUSTO.
SMOOTH & HEARTY SOUPS.
SIDE SALADS & BIGGER SALADS.
SANDWICHES THAT BURST WITH FLAVOR.
MY MAIN COURSES.
MY FAVORITE SIDE DISHES.
DRESSINGS, MAYONNAISES,
SPICE BLENDS, SAUCES, & CONDIMENTS.
INDULGENT DESSERTS & SWEET TREATS.
INDEX.