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The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes That Will Bring Your Family to the Table
ERIN REAGAN: How many times have you and I been setting the table together for Sunday dinner?
NICKY REAGAN: A million.
Anyone who has ever seen the hit TV show Blue Bloods knows that the family dinner is the centerpiece of every episode. And there are really only three things that Blue Bloods-and everyone else-need to make a successful family dinner: family, love and food. Bring the first two to the table and The Blue Bloods Cookbook will provide the third!
Bridget Moynahan, the show's star, invites you to partake in that sacred family ritual, offering food lovers more than 100 delectable recipes and bringing you Irish/Italian comfort food that will make you feel right at home, including:
-Clam Chowder (Manhattan, of course!)
-Arthur Avenue Spaghetti and Meatballs
-Chicken Francese
-Pizza, Reagan Style
-Standing Rib Roast with Cippolini Onion Sauce
-Cheesecake with NYPD Blue Topping
Just as there is a chair around the table for every family member, there is a recipe in this cookbook sure to make any eater happy to be home again. Hearty and soulful, The Blue Bloods Cookbook will make you say, "Amen, now pass the potatoes!"
NICKY REAGAN: A million.
Anyone who has ever seen the hit TV show Blue Bloods knows that the family dinner is the centerpiece of every episode. And there are really only three things that Blue Bloods-and everyone else-need to make a successful family dinner: family, love and food. Bring the first two to the table and The Blue Bloods Cookbook will provide the third!
Bridget Moynahan, the show's star, invites you to partake in that sacred family ritual, offering food lovers more than 100 delectable recipes and bringing you Irish/Italian comfort food that will make you feel right at home, including:
-Clam Chowder (Manhattan, of course!)
-Arthur Avenue Spaghetti and Meatballs
-Chicken Francese
-Pizza, Reagan Style
-Standing Rib Roast with Cippolini Onion Sauce
-Cheesecake with NYPD Blue Topping
Just as there is a chair around the table for every family member, there is a recipe in this cookbook sure to make any eater happy to be home again. Hearty and soulful, The Blue Bloods Cookbook will make you say, "Amen, now pass the potatoes!"
288 pages, Hardcover
First published November 3, 2015
About the author
Wendy Howard Goldberg
2 books4 followersWENDY HOWARD GOLDBERG currently serves as President Emeritus of the California State Summer School Arts Foundation. The highly respected summer school, headquartered at Cal Arts, is acclaimed as one of the finest programs of its kind in the United States. Now entering its 29th year of providing arts education to young people ages 13-20, CSSSA provides scholarships to 45% of its students. Appointed by the Governor as a member of the California Arts Council in 1982, Ms. Goldberg spearheaded the passage of legislation, which established CSSSA in 1987 and for which she has since served as a Trustee.
Currently she serves as an Executive Vice President of Cedars-Sinai Hospital Women’s Guild. Ms. Goldberg received the group’s “Evie” award for her outstanding contributions. In 2012, Ms. Goldberg and her husband Leonard were honored by Cedars Sinai with the 1st Annual Hollywood Icon Award in recognition of their achievements in film, television, and charitable endeavors.
As an author, Ms. Goldberg co-wrote, with Betty Goodwin, the highly acclaimed book Marry Me, which was the subject of two network television specials. She collaborated with Joyce Ostin on the New York Times and Los Angeles Times bestseller, Hollywood Moms. Proceeds from the book benefited breast cancer research.
Ms. Goldberg majored in Political Science and Theatre Arts at the University of California, Los Angeles. She is married to Leonard Goldberg, former President and Chief Operating Officer of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, and one of Hollywood’s most successful motion picture and television producers. Daughter Amanda is the co-author of New York Times bestseller Celebutantes and its sequel Beneath a Starlet Sky, son John Mirisch, is the former Mayor of Beverly Hills and current Vice Mayor, and son Richard Mirisch, a successful film producer, also reside in Los Angeles with the Goldbergs’ five grandchildren.
Her newest book is The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes that Will Bring Your Family to the Table co-authored with Bridget Moynahan.
Currently she serves as an Executive Vice President of Cedars-Sinai Hospital Women’s Guild. Ms. Goldberg received the group’s “Evie” award for her outstanding contributions. In 2012, Ms. Goldberg and her husband Leonard were honored by Cedars Sinai with the 1st Annual Hollywood Icon Award in recognition of their achievements in film, television, and charitable endeavors.
As an author, Ms. Goldberg co-wrote, with Betty Goodwin, the highly acclaimed book Marry Me, which was the subject of two network television specials. She collaborated with Joyce Ostin on the New York Times and Los Angeles Times bestseller, Hollywood Moms. Proceeds from the book benefited breast cancer research.
Ms. Goldberg majored in Political Science and Theatre Arts at the University of California, Los Angeles. She is married to Leonard Goldberg, former President and Chief Operating Officer of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, and one of Hollywood’s most successful motion picture and television producers. Daughter Amanda is the co-author of New York Times bestseller Celebutantes and its sequel Beneath a Starlet Sky, son John Mirisch, is the former Mayor of Beverly Hills and current Vice Mayor, and son Richard Mirisch, a successful film producer, also reside in Los Angeles with the Goldbergs’ five grandchildren.
Her newest book is The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes that Will Bring Your Family to the Table co-authored with Bridget Moynahan.
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October 5, 2018
THE BLUE BLOODS COOKBOOK: 120 RECIPES THAT BRING YOUR FAMILY TO THE TABLE
Written by Bridget Moyahan and Wendy Howard Goldberg with Chris Peterson
2015; St. Martin's Press (288 Pages)
Genre: food, cooking, based on tv show, actress
RATING: 3 STARS
I am a big fan of Blue Bloods even though I am a season and a half behind (damn PVR!) at the moment. Who does not like a show starring Tom Selleck and Donnie Whalberg, with cops and mysteries and wholesome family dinners?! I have to say one of my favourite scenes in every episode is when the whole family gets together for Sunday night dinners and bicker. When I was quite young our family did have dinners like this but bigger, louder and with a lot more bickering. When most of got to school age our family drifted away from this, and being an only child dinners were quiet and quick. Part of me still longs for the big family dinners and that is one aspect of the show that appeals to me. I was very excited to see that they were putting out a cookbook! I am so glad I decided to borrow it from the library first as I was quite disappointed. There were some stories from the show in the book but it was more on Bridget and even the recipes had less to do with the show and was again more of Bridget's favourites. The recipes are good comfort food for Sunday dinners but nothing more to them than standard recipes found online.
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Written by Bridget Moyahan and Wendy Howard Goldberg with Chris Peterson
2015; St. Martin's Press (288 Pages)
Genre: food, cooking, based on tv show, actress
RATING: 3 STARS
I am a big fan of Blue Bloods even though I am a season and a half behind (damn PVR!) at the moment. Who does not like a show starring Tom Selleck and Donnie Whalberg, with cops and mysteries and wholesome family dinners?! I have to say one of my favourite scenes in every episode is when the whole family gets together for Sunday night dinners and bicker. When I was quite young our family did have dinners like this but bigger, louder and with a lot more bickering. When most of got to school age our family drifted away from this, and being an only child dinners were quiet and quick. Part of me still longs for the big family dinners and that is one aspect of the show that appeals to me. I was very excited to see that they were putting out a cookbook! I am so glad I decided to borrow it from the library first as I was quite disappointed. There were some stories from the show in the book but it was more on Bridget and even the recipes had less to do with the show and was again more of Bridget's favourites. The recipes are good comfort food for Sunday dinners but nothing more to them than standard recipes found online.
My Novelesque Blog
October 30, 2015
A nice cookbook but I didn't think it was anything too special. The recipes are pretty simple and sound good but are pretty common. As a more experienced cook, I found that I already have favorite recipes for most of the dishes in this book.
I would recommend this book to more beginner cooks or those looking just for recipes for everyday, common dishes like meatloaf, pot roast and mashed potatoes.
I received a copy of this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
I would recommend this book to more beginner cooks or those looking just for recipes for everyday, common dishes like meatloaf, pot roast and mashed potatoes.
I received a copy of this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.
December 25, 2019
One of the reasons the TV show "Blue Bloods" is so popular is the family ties cemented in each episode with the finale of Sunday dinner. It celebrates the family ties we all long for and seldom find. This cookbook celebrates that series,its cast and the bond. It's put together by ocipesne of the stars, the wife of an executive producer with contributions from cast and crew.
Basics offered along with more elaborate recipes. Lavish photos look delicious, I just wish each dish had its own photo.
Basics offered along with more elaborate recipes. Lavish photos look delicious, I just wish each dish had its own photo.
April 20, 2023
This was a very informative, healthy, and fun cookbook that is quite intriguing... Highly recommended
February 6, 2016
If you are familiar with the television show Blue Bloods you are aware that every episode has the family dinner scene. Despite the busy schedules of a trauma nurse, police officers, and other family members, that dinner scene always happens. That show anchor led to the creation of the The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes That Will Bring Your Family To The Table by Bridget Moynahan and Wendy Howard Goldberg with the help of Chris Peterson.
The book is broken into eight sections covering everything from soups to salads, main dishes, desserts, and more. Each recipe has detailed instructions regarding ingredients and how to make the meal. While there is information on number of services the dish will make, there is a lack of information regarding the dietary and nutritional information. In addition to the 120 recipes and the colorful pictures of completed dishes, there are behind the scenes details of what goes on at the set during filming.
Along with details from the set and the recipes shared by cast members, a real highlight of the book is the section titled “Blue Bloods Family Dinner Menu” that starts on page 255. The six pages here suggest meals from appetizers to dessert with the name of the dish and page number listed. While the section references the fact there are holiday meals in the book, there are also plenty of other dishes to occupy your non-holiday cooking and eating.
A nine page index brings the nearly 300 page book to a close.
Filled with basic and holiday meals along with plenty of neat stuff from behind the scenes of the show, The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes That Will Bring Your Family To The Table is a good one. Despite the obvious lack of important nutritional and dietary information, it does its job of promoting the show and family dinner time very well. No matter your personal preferences, at least some of the 120 recipes included should work for you and your family.
The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes That Will Bring Your Family To The Table
Bridget Moynahan, Wendy Howard Goldberg, and Chris Peterson.
St. Martin’s Press
http://www.stmartins.com
November 2015
ISBN# 978-1-250-07285-6
Hardback (also available in e-book format)
288 Pages
$29.99
Material for my use was supplied by the good folks of the Haggard Branch of the Plano Public Library System.
Kevin R. Tipple ©2016
The book is broken into eight sections covering everything from soups to salads, main dishes, desserts, and more. Each recipe has detailed instructions regarding ingredients and how to make the meal. While there is information on number of services the dish will make, there is a lack of information regarding the dietary and nutritional information. In addition to the 120 recipes and the colorful pictures of completed dishes, there are behind the scenes details of what goes on at the set during filming.
Along with details from the set and the recipes shared by cast members, a real highlight of the book is the section titled “Blue Bloods Family Dinner Menu” that starts on page 255. The six pages here suggest meals from appetizers to dessert with the name of the dish and page number listed. While the section references the fact there are holiday meals in the book, there are also plenty of other dishes to occupy your non-holiday cooking and eating.
A nine page index brings the nearly 300 page book to a close.
Filled with basic and holiday meals along with plenty of neat stuff from behind the scenes of the show, The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes That Will Bring Your Family To The Table is a good one. Despite the obvious lack of important nutritional and dietary information, it does its job of promoting the show and family dinner time very well. No matter your personal preferences, at least some of the 120 recipes included should work for you and your family.
The Blue Bloods Cookbook: 120 Recipes That Will Bring Your Family To The Table
Bridget Moynahan, Wendy Howard Goldberg, and Chris Peterson.
St. Martin’s Press
http://www.stmartins.com
November 2015
ISBN# 978-1-250-07285-6
Hardback (also available in e-book format)
288 Pages
$29.99
Material for my use was supplied by the good folks of the Haggard Branch of the Plano Public Library System.
Kevin R. Tipple ©2016
July 7, 2016
Whether you enjoy Blue Bloods the television series or not, if you enjoy "traditional American" cooking (read that as meat and potatoes style 1970s style American food) you'll find plenty of good, useful recipes in this collection. There's a bonus in that some of the recipes seem to have been modified to conform to more current acceptable levels of fats, salt and sugar. Oh, and I almost forgot, if you're a fan of the show then you'll also get snippets about characters and backstage happenings from the set too.
If you're vegan or even vegetarian, you'll be mostly out of luck with the recipes but there are a few included as several of the cast are Veggies. And, since most of my own cooking is vegetarian, there are plenty of recipes that I can convert from this book and make for my family and friends.
A particularly delightful find for me was Nikki's Red Velvet Cupcakes with Ermine Frosting on page 225. This recipe for Red Velvet Cupcakes had beets in it rather than red food coloring and was the one recipe that made me really want my own copy of this cookbook.
If you're vegan or even vegetarian, you'll be mostly out of luck with the recipes but there are a few included as several of the cast are Veggies. And, since most of my own cooking is vegetarian, there are plenty of recipes that I can convert from this book and make for my family and friends.
A particularly delightful find for me was Nikki's Red Velvet Cupcakes with Ermine Frosting on page 225. This recipe for Red Velvet Cupcakes had beets in it rather than red food coloring and was the one recipe that made me really want my own copy of this cookbook.
March 5, 2016
I love cookbooks. This one has many recipes that I already cook but there are some variations that I would like to try. The Blue Bloods family meals are just about my favorite thing on television. I love the discussions, the disagreements, the always having each others back of the family. These recipes are staples, the backbone of your cooking repertoire and would be perfect for family gatherings of any type. One of the things they add to many recipes are options for making sandwiches that you can take to work. Also love the insights to the actors and the show provided by Bridget Moynahan and Wendy Goldberg.
November 8, 2015
I thought this was a pretty good cook book. It is perfect for someone who wants a range of recipes. There are plenty of simple things that most people who cook already know how to make (such as meatloaf) but they also have "fancier" things in here too you might not have ever tried before, or maybe you would like to try their variant for a food you like. I also enjoyed the commentary for each recipe and it was interesting to read how some of the meals were invented.
Disclaimer: I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads. The opinions I expressed are entirely my own.
Disclaimer: I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads. The opinions I expressed are entirely my own.
June 25, 2016
Great quality...photos, stories, cooking tips, and ideas of setting the table for your family. However, you will be in the kitchen for some time (which is cool if you don't work 50+ hours a week). I will certainly added a few of these meals for birthdays and other special occasions.
November 23, 2015
If you love the show,this book is a must have! Even if you merely enjoy family dinners, this will still be a delicious treat.
January 23, 2016
I can't wait to make a bunch of these recipes! Thank you for such a wonderful cookbook!
November 11, 2015
good hearty meals. wish there was more behind the scenes stories from Bridget and cast.
July 8, 2016
An absolute winner!
April 16, 2018
Wonderful!! We love the show. We have been enjoying cooking the recipes.
Great cookbook. Love the corn beef and cabbage recipe.
Hope they make a second cookbook!! I don’t usually buy cook books, but we love the show. So glad we bought the book!
They are great recipes for novice cooks like myself.
Great cookbook. Love the corn beef and cabbage recipe.
Hope they make a second cookbook!! I don’t usually buy cook books, but we love the show. So glad we bought the book!
They are great recipes for novice cooks like myself.
March 21, 2018
This will become a staple on your for your go-to cookbooks. Just like the Sunday dinners on the show, you'll be able to easily make your own Reagan feast. Recipes are accurate and easy to follow. The best part? They are sure to please.
June 20, 2017
love it!
January 1, 2019
So far, so good! We've tried their pot roast. It's a very tasty version of the recipe. If the next recipe is as good, I'll move the rating to 5 stars.
March 30, 2019
Good recipes with ingredients that can be gotten easily in the local area.
Meat and meatless recipes included.
A must for your collection!
Meat and meatless recipes included.
A must for your collection!
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December 13, 2020good basic cookbook - lots of simple stuff that appeals to my teen. One exciting find - bacon almond butter toasts for a super easy HdO. Didn't Bridget date Bobby Flay?
October 17, 2016
Over 100 recipes (of mostly traditional American and Irish American Food) with accompanying photographic illustrations and some brief background info and anecdotes about the stars of the TV show. Probably of interest only to diehard fans of the show.
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