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Lemon Zest: More Than 175 Recipes with a Twist
As a main ingredient or an aromatic accent, the distinct flavor of lemon is part of virtually every cuisine in the world. Now the best of these zesty ideas come together in a truly vibrant collection. From breakfast to cocktail hour to bedtime snacking, and every meal in between, Lemon Zest delivers a refreshing range of unbeatable offerings: Lemon-Blueberry Scones, Pork Tenderloin with Lemon and Fennel, Creamy Lemon Fettuccine, Tangy Tabbouleh, Ginger-Lemon Dipping Sauce, Lemongrass Lemonade, and even homemade Lemon Vodka–all highlighting the irresistible flavor of this fabulous fruit.
Lemon Zest also brims with juicy tidbits of lemon lore, as well as household hints for making the most of this all-natural cleanser throughout the home. Complete information on using every part of the lemon, along with advice for selecting and storing–and even growing them!--is included, too. Lemon Zest is a burst of brilliant flavors sure to please every palate.
Lemon Zest also brims with juicy tidbits of lemon lore, as well as household hints for making the most of this all-natural cleanser throughout the home. Complete information on using every part of the lemon, along with advice for selecting and storing–and even growing them!--is included, too. Lemon Zest is a burst of brilliant flavors sure to please every palate.
272 pages, Paperback
First published May 14, 2002
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Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews
February 7, 2011
All of you with this book on your to-read list need to get off your duff and give it a look. I love lemon flavour in anything, so the recipes here are right up my alley.
Not everything in the book is TA-DA lemon flavour, hello! Which I appreciate. My husband doesn't like lemon to be the dominant flavour in his food, but we do use it to finish a lot of dishes. There is something in a dash of lemon that no other ingredient can provide. Many recipes here use lemon in a supporting role.
Not everything in the book is TA-DA lemon flavour, hello! Which I appreciate. My husband doesn't like lemon to be the dominant flavour in his food, but we do use it to finish a lot of dishes. There is something in a dash of lemon that no other ingredient can provide. Many recipes here use lemon in a supporting role.
November 7, 2007
Another book from Longbotham filled with delicious lemon sparked recipes.
June 3, 2026
Lemon Zest delivers exactly what its subtitle promises—more than 175 recipes featuring bright, citrus-inspired flavors. There is certainly no shortage of variety, and readers looking for a large collection of recipes will find plenty to explore.
My biggest disappointment was the lack of photographs. While I understand that including full-color images would likely have meant fewer recipes, I personally prefer cookbooks that offer a more immersive experience. For me, beautiful food photography is part of the enjoyment, providing inspiration and helping me visualize the finished dishes.
The recipes themselves seem well-organized and plentiful, but without photos, the book felt more like a recipe reference than a cookbook I wanted to sit down and browse. Overall, it was a perfectly fine cookbook, but it didn't provide the complete culinary experience I look for when adding a new title to my collection.
My biggest disappointment was the lack of photographs. While I understand that including full-color images would likely have meant fewer recipes, I personally prefer cookbooks that offer a more immersive experience. For me, beautiful food photography is part of the enjoyment, providing inspiration and helping me visualize the finished dishes.
The recipes themselves seem well-organized and plentiful, but without photos, the book felt more like a recipe reference than a cookbook I wanted to sit down and browse. Overall, it was a perfectly fine cookbook, but it didn't provide the complete culinary experience I look for when adding a new title to my collection.
May 7, 2008
I enjoyed learning all the uses for lemons. I can't wait to try out some of the recipes.
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