Brody, Esther. The 250 best cookie recipes - Book Review

Kliatt, March, 2002 by Shirley Reis

Firefly, Robert Rose. 192p. illus. index. c2001. 0-7788-0036-9. $18.95. JSA

Who doesn't love cookies? This fabulous and inclusive book is sure to contain cookies that will please absolutely everyone. Brody has developed thousands of recipes over the years and has a well-deserved reputation for baking. She is also the author of other cookbooks: 250 Best Muffin Recipes and Another 250 Best Muffin Recipes, and The 250 Best Brownies, Bars and Squares. Several beautiful, mouthwatering, color photographs are included. A special section includes information about ingredients, preparation, storing and troubleshooting. All recipes are grouped by category--drop, hand-shaped, cut, sliced, biscotti, specialty, sandwich, no-bake. A detailed index allows for easy access to the recipes. These delectable recipes, ranging from the standard to the exotic, are irresistible: Tricolor Neapolitan Cookies, Chocolate Cream Puff Cookies, Cherry Nut Biscotti, Cinnamon Nut Rugelah, Raspberry Chocolate Chip Crackles, and Diced Rhubarb Cookies are just a few of the delights included here. This is sure to be one of the most popular cookie books in your collection. Shirley Reis, IMC Dir., Lake Shore M.S., Mequon, WI