Synopses & Reviews
When you have to give up gluten, either for yourself or a family member, you may think you have to say good-bye to all of the comforting foods you love. It's hard enough adopting a new way of eating, but the idea of giving up your favorite fried chicken, mac 'n' cheese, or oatmeal raisin cookies is downright unfair and intimidating (and if your kids are the ones diagnosed, it can be even more difficult!). It's a story Jilly and Jessie Lagasse know well.
With a father famous for his bold Creole cuisine, Jilly and Jessie grew up loving rich foods full of big flavor. When they learned they both had to eliminate gluten, the Lagasse girls made it their mission to demonstrate that "gluten-free" doesn't have to mean "flavor-free." After years of gluten-free eating and experimentation, they're here to help you re-create classic recipes and all-time favorites made without glutenand#151;without sacrificing any of the signature flavors that make them so irresistible.
Using everyday ingredients you can find at most grocery stores, Jilly and Jessie share recipes for breakfasts, lunches (including hearty salads and soups), appetizers, mains, and, of course, scrumptious desserts. With dairy-free and quick-and-easy options as well, Jilly and Jessie make gluten-free eating simple and extraordinarily deliciousand#151;whether you're cooking for one or two, hosting a family get-together, or feeding the whole Little League team.
Review
"The Lagasse Girls have done it again, this time bolder than ever! These recipes are robust, creative, and most of all mouth-watering. Each page oozes warmth, comfort, creativity, and joy, as well as empathy and clear direction for a fulfilling gluten-free life."and#151;Gail Simmons, TV host and author of
Talking with My Mouth Full"The Lagasse Girls' newest project certainly demonstrates that a gluten-free way of life does not have to be flavor-free. Their years of experimentation and gluten-free eating have turned what was once considered a dietary restriction
into a fun, flavorful club I want to be a member of."and#151;Mario Batali, Chef, Author, and Entrepreneur
"Forget that this is a gluten-free cookbook. The book is full of delicious and exciting recipes that I would cook for my family and friends any day of the week. The recipes and photos tell a great story from a great family."and#151;Chef Donald Link, Link Restaurant Group, James Beard Award Winner
"Truly a breath of fresh air for anyone who wants to experiment with the idea of living gluten-free. Playful, charming, and more than anything, it is a perfect example of two gluten-free talents realizing themselves."and#151;Karen Morgan, author of The Everyday Art of Gluten-Free
"A veritable bonanza of down-home comfort with a heaping and delicious helping of global inspiration! The recipes say yes to good food and big flavorsand#151;clearly illustrating that gluten- free doesn't mean giving up or being deprived."and#151;Chef Virginia Willis
Eater.com, Most Anticipated Cookbooks of Fall, 8/22/14
Yahoo!, Most Anticipated Cookbooks for Fall, 8/22/14
Milwaukee Shepherd Express, 10/21/14
and#147;Lingering doubts about gluten-free flavor should be put to rest by the latest cookbook from Jillian Lagasse and Jessie Lagasse Swanson.and#8221;
Ottawa Healthwise, Spring 2015
and#147;Recipes are adaptable to portion size, are neatly laid out, and easy to follow. Nice full-colour pictures, too.and#8221;
Synopsis
The second cookbook from Emeril Lagasseand#8217;s daughters, featuring over 100 gluten-free recipes, marrying tried-and-true comfort food favorites with big, bold flavor.
Synopsis
With a father famous for his bold Creole cuisine, Jilly and Jessie Lagasse grew up loving rich foods full of big flavor. After learning they both had to eliminate wheat from their diets, the Lagasse girls made it their mission to demonstrate that gluten-free” doesnt have to mean flavor-free.” In this second cookbook, Jilly and Jessie offer classic recipes and family favorites made without glutenand without sacrificing any of the signature tastes that make them so enticing.
Now that I am also forced to cook gluten-free for my family, I am delighted to have this remarkable resource! [It] offers heartfelt advice but also delicious recipes that everyone can enjoy.”Chef John Besh, on The Gluten-Free Table by the Lagasse Girls
About the Author
Jilly Lagasse's passion for food was apparent from a very early age. Recognizing her natural talent in the kitchen, her father gifted her with a set of Chefs Whites and allowed her to start helping in the Pastry and Dessert Department in one of his restaurants. This led to her assisting him on book tours, cooking events and even working alongside him on his Emeril's Creole Christmas cookbook. Jilly currently splits her time between New Orleans, New York City, Nashville, and London. An apron is always packed and on hand for cooking in anyones kitchen she can along the way.
When Jessie Lagasse Swanson learned she needed to follow a gluten free diet, she decided she wanted tastier food than was typically offered to those with her condition. Prior to her position of full-time Mom, Jessie was a Certified Public Accountant specializing in tax and litigation support. She obtained an undergraduate degree in Classical Studies and a Masters of Business Administration from Tulane University. Always wanting to run her own business, Jessie and her husband started a waste vegetable oil recycling business, Louisiana Oilworks, in 2008. She handled the administrative end until 2009, when she "retired" to motherhood. Jessie currently resides in New Orleans with her husband, Steven, and two sons, Jude and John Peter.
www.lagassegirls.com