Synopses & Reviews
One pan + fresh ingredients = dinner for two! With an emphasis on reducing prep time and the usual sinkful of dishes, cooking instructor Carla Snyder serves up the ideal couple's guide to simple, complete, and truly delicious meals—imagine Balsamic Braised Chicken Thighs with Figs and Creamy Polenta or Thyme-Rubbed Salmon with Shallots and Caramelized Cauliflower "Risotto"—that can be made in one skillet, in less than 60 minutes. With recipes for home-cooked pasta, grains, sandwiches, beef, pork, chicken, and seafood, plus wine or beer pairings for each dish, One Pan, Two Plates will nourish couples, from newlyweds to empty nesters, every night of the week.
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"A story that's as funny as it is fraught with incident. It's gorgeous, too."-Publishers Weekly, starred review
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New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2013
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"The ecologically sound and emotionally satisfying ending is sure to please all ages." - Kirkus Reviews
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"Terrific for children just learning their letters, and a stellar read-aloud."--Shelf Awareness for Readers, starred review
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"Perfect for read-aloud and read-along."--Common Sense Media
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"Great fun to read aloud."--School Library Journal
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"Absolutely demands to be read aloud. Grade A+."--Cleveland Plain Dealer
Synopsis
Frog is settling in for a relaxing day at the pond. (AAHH.) But wait—there are other creatures at the pond as well. (AH HA!) And some of them are out to get Frog. (AHHH!) Not to worry, Frog gets the last laugh. (HA HA!) Using only two letters, along with many brightly colored and lively illustrations, Jeff Mack brings his hallmark humor to this rollicking book that will leave young readers guessing, laughing, and on the edge of their seats.
About the Author
Jeff Mack has illustrated 13 children's books, two of which he also authored, including the international hit Good News Bad News. He lives in Massachusetts.