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Pork Chops and Applesauce: A Collection of Recipes and Reflections
PORK CHOPS & APPLESAUCE: A COLLECTION OF RECIPES AND REFLECTIONS is a treasure chest of remembrances. With its amusing, heartfelt tales of family living in the country, it's clear PORK CHOPS was harvested from the heart.
"Pork Chops" touches the soul as Cynthia dishes-up fond memories of those with whom she has shared plentiful dinners and prized recipes. This is two books in one with a tale about growing up "in the good old days" with a corresponding, family-favorite recipe to follow.
Her thread of humor about raising children on a Pacific Northwest farm, coupled with the comfortable easiness of those simpler times, reaches out to the heart of the reader.
Join Cynthia where all culinary hearts beat as one. Connect with family, friends and acquaintances by sharing some recipes in the kitchen and then create bonds at the dinner table that will stay with you forever.
"Pork Chops" touches the soul as Cynthia dishes-up fond memories of those with whom she has shared plentiful dinners and prized recipes. This is two books in one with a tale about growing up "in the good old days" with a corresponding, family-favorite recipe to follow.
Her thread of humor about raising children on a Pacific Northwest farm, coupled with the comfortable easiness of those simpler times, reaches out to the heart of the reader.
Join Cynthia where all culinary hearts beat as one. Connect with family, friends and acquaintances by sharing some recipes in the kitchen and then create bonds at the dinner table that will stay with you forever.
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First published February 1, 2003
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About the author
Cynthia Briggs
16 books1 followerCynthia Briggs celebrates her love of cooking and writing through her cookbooks, PORK CHOPS AND APPLESAUCE and SWEET APPLE TEMPTATIONS. She has authored two e-books titled, THE ADVENTURES OF LILY AND LEON: A SOPPY FISH TALE and BUMPER CROP: BEGINNING WITH APPLES.
Cynthia has written nearly 500 nostalgic cooking columns for newspapers; she's published in seven CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL books; WOMAN'S WORLD MAGAZINE and numerous on-line publications.
Her most recent accomplishment was being published in SPRING, SUMMER and AUTUMN volumes of the four-volume Amazon best seller, SEASONS OF OUR LIVES.
She enjoys speaking to women’s groups, critiquing cookbooks, teaching memoir and publishing to seniors and coaching budding authors.
Contact Cynthia at books@porkchopsandapplesauce.net, through her blog www.cynthiabriggsblog.com or on Twitter @cynthiacooks.
Cynthia has written nearly 500 nostalgic cooking columns for newspapers; she's published in seven CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL books; WOMAN'S WORLD MAGAZINE and numerous on-line publications.
Her most recent accomplishment was being published in SPRING, SUMMER and AUTUMN volumes of the four-volume Amazon best seller, SEASONS OF OUR LIVES.
She enjoys speaking to women’s groups, critiquing cookbooks, teaching memoir and publishing to seniors and coaching budding authors.
Contact Cynthia at books@porkchopsandapplesauce.net, through her blog www.cynthiabriggsblog.com or on Twitter @cynthiacooks.
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September 27, 2013
This is a book you can quickly get lost in with its yummy recipes and feel-good stories of family and friends.
Author Cynthia Briggs weaves nostalgic tales of life on the farm and in general with numerous delicious recipes to fit the occasion. The stories are a mixture of humor and inspiration with a fondness for family and friends. She takes a look back at life when she was growing up, as well as present day.
Briggs highlights how food and cooking are a link to connecting people. She explains that it’s not just family and friends, but strangers and even other cultures can come together over food.
One aspect of the book that can have a deeper meaning for the individual reader is what the author calls ‘heart-points.’ This is when a certain food or recipe triggers memories for you. Readers of PORK CHOPS AND APPLESAUCE will find themselves reflecting on their own ‘heart-points’ as the author draws them back to happy times around food.
The book is divided into chapters that will not only whet reading appetites, but the taste buds as well. You’ll discover: Starters, Side Dishes and Specialties; Serving-up Soup and Salads; Breads - Warm Bundles of Joy; Enter the Entrees; ‘Voila! Dinners in a Snap!; There’s Never Enough Dessert!; and Culinary Hearts.
There is a hearty portion of recipes scattered throughout the book. They cover a vast array of dishes from appetizers to desserts and everything in between. Such recipes as Homemade Chunky Applesauce, Family Reunion Calico Beans, Almond Shrimp Salad, Heavenly Chocolate Cake, and so much more.
PORK CHOPS AND APPLESAUCE will quickly be a staple book in your household that’s not just for cooking, but for those times you need a refreshing pick-me-up of warmth and comfort.
FTC Full Disclosure - I received a copy of this book from the author as part of her virtual book tour in hopes I would review it. However, receiving the complimentary copy did not influence my review.
Author Cynthia Briggs weaves nostalgic tales of life on the farm and in general with numerous delicious recipes to fit the occasion. The stories are a mixture of humor and inspiration with a fondness for family and friends. She takes a look back at life when she was growing up, as well as present day.
Briggs highlights how food and cooking are a link to connecting people. She explains that it’s not just family and friends, but strangers and even other cultures can come together over food.
One aspect of the book that can have a deeper meaning for the individual reader is what the author calls ‘heart-points.’ This is when a certain food or recipe triggers memories for you. Readers of PORK CHOPS AND APPLESAUCE will find themselves reflecting on their own ‘heart-points’ as the author draws them back to happy times around food.
The book is divided into chapters that will not only whet reading appetites, but the taste buds as well. You’ll discover: Starters, Side Dishes and Specialties; Serving-up Soup and Salads; Breads - Warm Bundles of Joy; Enter the Entrees; ‘Voila! Dinners in a Snap!; There’s Never Enough Dessert!; and Culinary Hearts.
There is a hearty portion of recipes scattered throughout the book. They cover a vast array of dishes from appetizers to desserts and everything in between. Such recipes as Homemade Chunky Applesauce, Family Reunion Calico Beans, Almond Shrimp Salad, Heavenly Chocolate Cake, and so much more.
PORK CHOPS AND APPLESAUCE will quickly be a staple book in your household that’s not just for cooking, but for those times you need a refreshing pick-me-up of warmth and comfort.
FTC Full Disclosure - I received a copy of this book from the author as part of her virtual book tour in hopes I would review it. However, receiving the complimentary copy did not influence my review.
September 6, 2013
This book is a collection of easy-going and humorous tales about growing up on a farm and then raising children on a farm. Each story brings a smile and a reminiscent tear to one's eye. It makes the reader want to buy a farm in the country and make sure everyone gathers around the dinner table to eat instead of sitting in front of the TV.
Each story is followed with a recipe. The recipes are down-home comfort food style cooking. Nuttin' fancy, just good home cooking.
It's perfect for those who still like to read cookbooks, and would make an excellent gift. It's a good one!
Each story is followed with a recipe. The recipes are down-home comfort food style cooking. Nuttin' fancy, just good home cooking.
It's perfect for those who still like to read cookbooks, and would make an excellent gift. It's a good one!
June 18, 2015
An easy and charming read that's like sitting in the kitchen with your mom, learning family recipes as she tells you the stories behind them. A unique cookbook filled with delicious-looking twists on comfort food.
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