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Delicious and full of the summer's sun, squash and zucchini are aromatic and unexpectedly versatile. They are the perfect fruit to spice up a meal or snack, or perhaps used as side dishes and desserts as well. Of course, in the pumpkin's case, it may also be decorated with a ghoulish or smiling faced jack-o'-lantern for Halloween. However, if you prefer to cook with pumpkins, recipes presented will help you process these large fruits in a practical manner. Zucchini grows well in every garden and may be served raw, cooked, fried, or grilled. Thirty-five recipes ranging from soups, chili, and quiche to strudel and muffins use these wonderful fruits. Creatively, pumpkins and zucchini can spice up antipasto salad, sandwiches, pancakes, and omelets. Enhancing each recipe are nutritional facts, cooking tips, and 67 superb color images.

Let asparagus dishes and strawberry desserts shine at your next gathering with recipes from this cookbook devoted to two of early springs fresh produce offerings. Details meal-by-meal plans that you can follow to incorporate these healthy, palate pleasing products into your diet. Choose from seventy-five delicious recipes covering scrumptious breakfast dishes to divine desserts. In-depth guides on each special ingredient, including useful shopping, preparation, and cooking tips.

Kick your plating techniques up a notch with this exhaustive guide to garnishing and decorating. Ideal guide for those who regularly entertain guests. More than 330 images capture step-by-step procedures for quick and easy plate garnishes, including elaborate displays of canapes. A wide spectrum of ingredients and products, including fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, chocolate, and marzipan demonstrate how creative you can be. There is also an extensive introduction to utensils and tools used throughout the book and a section on holiday-specific decorations."