[.ca] Barefoot Contessa Family Style: Easy Ideas and Recipes ... (ISBN 060961066X)

Not the best of the three:
I've had this book for over a year and have only cooked a few recipes from it. Today I stopped and asked myself why, considering I use her other two books almost religiously! A couple things I figured out 1) many of the recipes while they are simple, they require last minute sauteing or preparation while your guests are there. I think that's why her other books are great for entertaining -- the recipes allow you to spend time with your guests. 2) much of the book is taken up by recipes which you probably already know how to make (sauteed carrots, tomato mozzarella and basil salad, sauteed spinach, mashed potatoes, rosemary polenta, roasted winter vegetables, mashed butternut squash). 3) I'm a vegetarian, and many of the recipes are not vegetarian friendly. There are DEFINITELY great recipes in this cookbook, and if you own Ina's other two books, definitely get this one. If you are buying your first Ina Garten cookbook, go for one of the other two.

Never disappoints.:
If you are a fan of Ina Garten's, this book is a must have. Simple, easy, fun and delicious are the outcomes of all recipes. I've never had one of her dishes go wrong. The thing I love most about this book is that you can take the base for a recipie (eg., Roasted Squash Soup) and make different variations. I use at least 4 of her recipes a week, and they never disappoint. From grandparents to children, there is something for everybody, and you can never go wrong. How wonderful is that? Her style of writing like she talks is informal yet familiar and warm, inviting you to make one of Ina's favourites, one of yours too. This one is definately a must have!

Highly recommended book:
I watch Ina all the time on Food Network and her recipes are always easy and delicious! I've just recently purchased the book and prepared at least 10 recipes - all have been a great success. Highly recommended book!

Easy, kid friendly recipes that will knock your socks off!:
This is my all time favorite cookbook. I use it again and again. For my family, friends, company, and kids. I've given out many of the recipes to those who've tasted the foods I've made. These recipes are easy, not too many ingredients, big, colorful photos of the finished dish on each page. The foods are broken down into sections, i.e., breakfasts, desserts, kid meals, etc...Easy to find something quickly to make! My favs have been the broccoli/bow tie pasta dish for kids, the birthday cake and the flag cake. Both my kids love to help in the kitchen, and I always give them a job to do while cooking. They love this book and all the recipes I've made from it. You will NOT be disappointed in this one!!!

Beautifull book:
I love this book and I love ina. The picture in this book are fantastic and the recipe delicious, it's a must have in your collection. I also bought Simple and Simply Delicious by Sylvie Rocher. Both of those books are awesome