The Biggest Loser Cookbook: More Than 125 Healthy, Delicious Recipes Adapted from NBC's Hit Show

by Devin Alexander, Karen Kaplan, Bob Harper (Foreword)

Biggest Loser Cookbook Provides More Than 125 Healthy, Delicious Recipes From The Biggest Loser Experts and Cast—As Seen On NBC's Hit Show!

By Chef Devin Alexander and The Biggest Loser Experts and Cast with Karen Kaplan and a Foreword by Bob Harper and Kim Lyons

Building on the groundbreaking success of The Biggest Loser brand, this sequel to last year's best-selling book is sure to be a hit!

The Biggest Loser Cookbook

• 125 recipes from The Biggest Loser cast, trainers, and fans

• motivational before-and-after photographs of the cast

• 50 beautiful 4-color food shots

• dozens of trainer tips from The Biggest Loser trainers

• inspiring stories of how the cast members did it

• at-a-glance guides to The Biggest Loser Diet and The Biggest Loser Exercise plan

Armed with this arsenal of nutritional information and training tips, readers will be inspired to achieve the dramatic weight loss transformations that have amazed TV fans around the country.

Genres: Cookbooks, Cooking, Health, Nonfiction, Food, Diets, Reference

224 pages, Paperback

First published October 3, 2006

About the author

Devin Alexander is an American chef, author and media personality. She is the Host of Healthy Decadence on Fit TV. She has appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, The Biggest Loser and Access Hollywood.

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is one of the best cookbooks I've ever owned! My friends and I have made several recipes from this cookbook, which contains everything from breakfast to dessert and everything in between. With helpful tips from contestants and trainers, it is a must have for anyone living a healthy lifestyle or wanting to cook more healthful versions of their favorite foods!

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome recipes in this book that are good for you, too. I've made probably 50-60% of the recipes in this cookbook, which is pretty rare for me. And we've liked every one of them!

[Lisa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was looking for some healthy lunch ideas, and copied about 3 recipes. A lot of it is health food I already figured out how to make on my own.

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

I often feel these tv show books are slapped together quickly to make a quick sale. I think this book is no different. There are a few great ideas in this book, but on the whole, its really a book you could be successful without. There isn't any new information here that you wouldn't know already if you have dieted in your life.

[Lynda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Recently saw a video and read several articles about how few of the contestants kept their weight off. Compared recipes with my recent experiences and knowledge of nutrition. Will not be keeping this book.

[Tisha · Rating 3 out of 5]

The recipes are for 1 serving portions.

[Joan · Rating 2 out of 5]

This sequel to the previous year’s bestseller “The Biggest Loser” gives readers short background stories from some of the show’s many contestants. There’s also a section on the Biggest Loser diet and on exercise. Additionally, several "tips" are scattered throughout the book.

As for the recipes themselves, all but a handful are, unfortunately, for just a single serving [which is of no help at all for the many readers who prepare meals for families]. And while they may sound delicious, many have an extremely high sodium content, several call for artificial sweetener, and many are less recipe and more “layer this, this, and this in a parfait glass/bowl” or “sprinkle this over some fruit” sort of ideas that do not begin to qualify as an actual recipe.

Overall, this one’s a “Biggest” disappointment.

[Hayley Shaver · Rating 4 out of 5]

Holy cow, this is a good cookbook! The only thing I don't love so far is the book's Thai salad. This cookbook is well worth your time to read and cook from.

[Wendy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Page one got my son's attention: Boston Cream Pie Peanutbutter Banana Split. And I love all of the Yoplat light dessert yogurts:) We loved the frozen hot chocolate - just like a fudge-cicle. The parmesian popcorn was good. I don't think we'll try the red clam sauce spaghetti again, but it wasn't bad. The Southwest Chicken Pile Up was a hit and my kids are picky. I loved the Barbecue Chicken Pizza even if the kids didn't. And I'm going to try the meatball recipe because the frozen meatballs I got at the store are horse meat as far as my husband is concerned.

[Yves · Rating 1 out of 5]

Horrible recipes are more complicated than what you can make on your own with a broiler and some pepper. Plus, while the foot may be low in fat, the salt content is through the roof! Do not buy this book if you want to be healthy! Your money would be better spent on a simple book on nutrition. As for recipes, you really don't need any for salad, rice, and steamed vegetables. For protein, just broil some meat. Good luck!

[Peggy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was surprised to come across this book at the library. I enjoyed the book--it has some interesting background stories of some of the contestants from the show and their recipes. I especially liked the section that talks about good nutrition. I was surprised that the recipes incorporate artificial sweeteners, as I do not considerable this a healthy option. There are lots of good ideas though.

[Chris · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was a little disappointed with this book. It has great ideas and weight loss recipes. The recipes are all "for one" so it doesn't help planning meals for a family.

The contestants from the show have put in their favorites--mostly salad. There are also TONS of motivational quotes from the show's contestants.

It's OK, but not great, I guess is what I'm trying to say.

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did find some great recipes that can be used to help me and my family eat healither.

I think this is geared toward folks that don't cook a lot or need to eat on the run sometimes. I think folks new to cooking/singles or busy parents will get the most out of this cookbook.

I did find the stories inspiring - the books has lots of past participants from the Biggest Loser tv show.

[Tabitha · Rating 1 out of 5]

The recipes actually weren't all that healthy, were for tiny portions (for individuals, nothing to feed families) and there was a lot of filler (talking about contestants and things). I'm not a huge fan of "diet" cookbooks to start with, but I wasn't even a little impressed. On top of that, there was very little in the way of recipes that were good for pickier people.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book had all kinds of great sounding recipes and a lot of helpful hints and tips for eating right. I can't wait to make some of the dishes for parents and boyfriend!!!


I liked this so much I ordered the original Biggest Loser book to go along with it!

[Trissa White · Rating 5 out of 5]

I didn't realize cookbooks were on goodreads. How great! There are many ideas in here that I use over and over. Its the first cookbook that I have used every page of. (not every page tasted good though)

[Kristin · Rating 5 out of 5]

You know how I love to read cookbooks? Well, this cookbook is amazing and has delicious recipes! My most used cookbook....

[Amanda · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am not very brave with my cooking so there wasn't much in here that I was interested in. A couple of breakfast recipes maybe. The 4-3-2-1 pyramid is interesting though.

[Jennifer Lintz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the BEST cookbook EVER. It doesnt make you "DIET" just shows you how to make awesome meals while keeping calories low!!! Really changes how you cook!!!!

[Lizzie]

AWESOME recipes!!!!! It seems as though they use a lot of ingredients, but the end result is so worth it! Healthy cooking that won't make you miss the old stuff!

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good ideas for healthy versions of indulgent food. Wish it had more vegetarian main course options though.

[Brad · Rating 4 out of 5]

A pretty good cookbook when looking for healthier meals however the recipes are not as good as the family version.

[Anita · Rating 5 out of 5]

I made the lemon poppyseed muffins and I really liked them--they were very moist! Also, pita pizzas. Can't wait to try more!

[Kristen · Rating 4 out of 5]

has lots of recipes, I just wish there were more dessert recipes

[Kristin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this cookbook and have made many recipes from it. I loved the smoothie recipes too!!

[Peter Derk]

My favorite recipes from this book:
Creme Brûlée JK (carrots)
Chicken Disappointment
It's Broccoli, Bitch!
Hey Fats, Eat This Salad
You're A Loser And Here's Quinoa