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Double Delicious!: Good, Simple Food for Busy, Complicated Lives
The follow-up to the #1 New York Times bestseller Deceptively Delicious goes beyond purees and kids' foods to make family mealtime more delicious, more wholesome, and simpler than ever.
In her bestselling book Deceptively Delicious, Jessica Seinfeld inspired millions of parents to improve their kids' eating habits by giving everyday classics a nutritional boost with hidden vegetable purees. Now in Double Delicious!, she's turned her attention to the whole family. Here are more of her easy, imaginative recipes that use the power of purees to make everything healthier, from a hearty Turkey Meatloaf to an irresistible Tiramisu. Again, she's raised the bar nutritionally and eliminated unnecessary sugar and fat, boosted fiber and nutrients, and cut way back on sodium to bring us more healthful food with fantastic flavor. (She's even developed a Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie that nutritionist Joy Bauer loves!)
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About the author
Jessica Seinfeld
14 books128 followersJessica Seinfeld is the author of four New York Times bestselling cookbooks: DECEPTIVELY DELICIOUS, DOUBLE DELICIOUS, THE CAN’T COOK BOOK, and FOOD SWINGS.
In October, Jessica will release her fifth cookbook, VEGAN AT TIMES. The book focuses on relieving the pressure and shame that is frequently associated with veganism and instead shows how easy it can be to be a vegan, at times, by cooking flavorful, affordable, and robust plant-based meals whenever you want.
Jessica is the Founder and Chair of the Board of Good+Foundation, a national nonprofit that uses a multi-generational approach to address family poverty. Good+Foundation’s ground-breaking model meets the short-term needs of mothers, fathers, and caregivers and helps families create pathways for long-term, self-determined success. For over 20 years, the organization has provided goods to encourage families to attend programs that support mothers and create a healthier, happier environment for children through a focus on father engagement.
In October, Jessica will release her fifth cookbook, VEGAN AT TIMES. The book focuses on relieving the pressure and shame that is frequently associated with veganism and instead shows how easy it can be to be a vegan, at times, by cooking flavorful, affordable, and robust plant-based meals whenever you want.
Jessica is the Founder and Chair of the Board of Good+Foundation, a national nonprofit that uses a multi-generational approach to address family poverty. Good+Foundation’s ground-breaking model meets the short-term needs of mothers, fathers, and caregivers and helps families create pathways for long-term, self-determined success. For over 20 years, the organization has provided goods to encourage families to attend programs that support mothers and create a healthier, happier environment for children through a focus on father engagement.
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January 1, 2015
I don't mind the whole idea of vegetable purees hidden in foods: I have a Blendtec that goes largely unused that I thought I could make use of with these recipes, but I won't bother with a cookbook that advises eating margarine. Sick.
March 21, 2011
I feel really bad that I didn't end up liking this book. Glancing over other reviews, I really don't understand how I had such a negative experience and so many others think it's great.
One thing I found frustrating was the disproportionate measurements. Like for the Honey Mustard Chicken(which is probably the best tasting recipe that I tried from this book), I still had tons of chicken and sweet potato mixture left over when the pretzels mixture ran out. When I made the fig bars, I only ended up needing about a third of the filling, so I ended up having to make the fig bars a few more times to use up the filling that supposedly should have been the amount needed for just one recipe.
I felt like making all of the veggie puree made it too complicated and involved for what I would consider "simple food for busy, complicated lives." I'd rather just steam some cauliflower and eat it with my meal than go to all the trouble of making the puree and freezing the extra and making sure if there's a recipe that I want to try that I have the correct puree ready.
I have found better and easier recipes in other books, and I'm sorry to give this one such a scathing review, but I'm just trying to keep it honest.
One thing I found frustrating was the disproportionate measurements. Like for the Honey Mustard Chicken(which is probably the best tasting recipe that I tried from this book), I still had tons of chicken and sweet potato mixture left over when the pretzels mixture ran out. When I made the fig bars, I only ended up needing about a third of the filling, so I ended up having to make the fig bars a few more times to use up the filling that supposedly should have been the amount needed for just one recipe.
I felt like making all of the veggie puree made it too complicated and involved for what I would consider "simple food for busy, complicated lives." I'd rather just steam some cauliflower and eat it with my meal than go to all the trouble of making the puree and freezing the extra and making sure if there's a recipe that I want to try that I have the correct puree ready.
I have found better and easier recipes in other books, and I'm sorry to give this one such a scathing review, but I'm just trying to keep it honest.
December 2, 2010
I can cook too healthy sometimes. You know, so healthy it tastes "healthy". I trained myself to like the taste, while my boyfriend trained himself to deal with it. When we discuss dinner, he asks for "something like a home-cooked meal". Fat, sodium, calories... Double Delicious is our new compromise. I have to give additional props to her new video blog on DoItDelicious.com. Ridiculously awesome fast recipes (Cherry tomato pasta is our new fave). I'm going to see how creative I can get with making vegetarian versions of some things.
March 18, 2013
This book is as cute (or cutesy, however you see it) as Seinfeld's first book, Deceptively Delicious. I think I actually prefer this one, however. Aside from being full of "cute" picture and comments and advice, it is full of recipes that sound tasty and seem surprisingly easy to adjust to a low fat vegan and gluten free diet. I've tried several recipes from her first cookbook, and never been disappointed, so I copied out a few more to try later. Then I picked up this cookbook, and found a much higher percentage of recipes I could/ would try. I've copied down quite a few, and am looking forward to trying them: recipes like Butternut Tomato Soup, Cinnamon-Maple Quinoa, Carrot Orange Pops, Watermelon Punch, Summer Corn Fritters, Cherries Jubilee Brownies, Maple Peanut Butter Fondue, and Creamy Whole Grain Risotto, among others.
I know some people have a problem with her "hiding" vegetables and fruit in foods to make kids eat them. I agree in theory that children should be taught (by example) from an early age to love all fruits and veggies and whole grains. However, for many reasons, there are parents that don't or haven't done so. Also, there are especially sensitive children who have issues with specific textures and tastes (like how my brothers still can't stand tomatoes or apples raw--only cooked.), and for them this approach might be one way to incorporate foods the children otherwise couldn't stand.
Frankly, however, I think instead of marketing this to moms, it ought to be marketed to wives/ girlfriends/ fiances. Seriously. Many men that I know are much pickier about what they eat than any children I know. Okay, maybe some women too--but in all the couples I know, it's the men who insist that something bled and died for every single meal they eat, slathered in more animal products for flavor and fat. I've had countless friends say to me, "I'd make more vegetables (meatless meals, healthier foods, etc), but my husband just won't eat them, and I don't want to cook for two. I had a coworker who incorporated pureed pumpkin and shredded carrot into her chili just to get her husband to eat vegetables other than pizza sauce, and this concept is very similar.
The other bonus to this practice of incorporating fruit and veggie purees is that it leaves foods feeling rich, sweet, creamy, and moist, without as much added fat, starch, sugar, etc. It's the same way that you can replace butter in most baking recipes with applesauce or mashed banana, and end up with an equally moist cookie or cake, with a fraction of the fat (and often better taste than the original). If you're trying to eliminate fat entirely, many of these recipes could simply have the oil/ margarine omitted entirely and replaced with extra puree. At least that's my hope, and why I copied down so many recipes. Once I've tried making several of the ones I copied, I'll try to come back and post some updates.
For now, I do recommend this cookbook, if you're looking for a healthier way to eat. There are ideas for everyone in here, many favorite recipes, including many meat recipes that I won't be making, but which sound tasty. A large portion of this book is devoted to desserts, and they sound great. All in all, worth checking out, at least from a local library, and giving it a try. Happy Eating!
Review also available at Once A Week Or More
I know some people have a problem with her "hiding" vegetables and fruit in foods to make kids eat them. I agree in theory that children should be taught (by example) from an early age to love all fruits and veggies and whole grains. However, for many reasons, there are parents that don't or haven't done so. Also, there are especially sensitive children who have issues with specific textures and tastes (like how my brothers still can't stand tomatoes or apples raw--only cooked.), and for them this approach might be one way to incorporate foods the children otherwise couldn't stand.
Frankly, however, I think instead of marketing this to moms, it ought to be marketed to wives/ girlfriends/ fiances. Seriously. Many men that I know are much pickier about what they eat than any children I know. Okay, maybe some women too--but in all the couples I know, it's the men who insist that something bled and died for every single meal they eat, slathered in more animal products for flavor and fat. I've had countless friends say to me, "I'd make more vegetables (meatless meals, healthier foods, etc), but my husband just won't eat them, and I don't want to cook for two. I had a coworker who incorporated pureed pumpkin and shredded carrot into her chili just to get her husband to eat vegetables other than pizza sauce, and this concept is very similar.
The other bonus to this practice of incorporating fruit and veggie purees is that it leaves foods feeling rich, sweet, creamy, and moist, without as much added fat, starch, sugar, etc. It's the same way that you can replace butter in most baking recipes with applesauce or mashed banana, and end up with an equally moist cookie or cake, with a fraction of the fat (and often better taste than the original). If you're trying to eliminate fat entirely, many of these recipes could simply have the oil/ margarine omitted entirely and replaced with extra puree. At least that's my hope, and why I copied down so many recipes. Once I've tried making several of the ones I copied, I'll try to come back and post some updates.
For now, I do recommend this cookbook, if you're looking for a healthier way to eat. There are ideas for everyone in here, many favorite recipes, including many meat recipes that I won't be making, but which sound tasty. A large portion of this book is devoted to desserts, and they sound great. All in all, worth checking out, at least from a local library, and giving it a try. Happy Eating!
Review also available at Once A Week Or More
January 14, 2012
I think I have the same problems with this cookbook as many others have. It's one thing to "hide" veggie purees into main entrees for toddlers who are just starting to eat whole foods, but at this point I'm not really interested in hiding healthy and tasty veggies from my preschooler who is almost four years old.
So I haven't actually made any of the recipes yet from this book, but I've copied about 6 of them which I'm interest in trying (like Cinnamon-Maple Quinoa and Orzo Risotto with Chicken)
Aside from the cutesy drawings of Jessica Seinfeld and her family (which are super annoying and I could care less which recipe is one of Jerry's favorites), I did learn a few good tips from her first book, "Deceptively Delicious" that I continue to use today (adding in some veggie purees into baked goods, for example, or mac & cheese). But for the most part I am not super excited about using purees anymore...mostly because of the time involved in planning ahead to make them, freeze them, etc. I want my child to recognize foods in their whole form, learn how to prepare and cook them with me, and learn to enjoy them, or at least try them at minimum.
So I haven't actually made any of the recipes yet from this book, but I've copied about 6 of them which I'm interest in trying (like Cinnamon-Maple Quinoa and Orzo Risotto with Chicken)
Aside from the cutesy drawings of Jessica Seinfeld and her family (which are super annoying and I could care less which recipe is one of Jerry's favorites), I did learn a few good tips from her first book, "Deceptively Delicious" that I continue to use today (adding in some veggie purees into baked goods, for example, or mac & cheese). But for the most part I am not super excited about using purees anymore...mostly because of the time involved in planning ahead to make them, freeze them, etc. I want my child to recognize foods in their whole form, learn how to prepare and cook them with me, and learn to enjoy them, or at least try them at minimum.
December 29, 2017
Picked this up at my all-time fave used bookstore, and am eager to try several of these recipes. I was initially concerned when I kept seeing all manner of references to purées (e.g., squash purée, cauliflower purée, spinach purée, etc.) without any directions to the reader of where to find a recipe for whichever of the many purées was being cited. Thankfully, recipes are provided for them at what is nearly book’s close. Maybe a footnote or author’s note should be inserted in any reprint so that reader’s are assured that this is a stand-alone book and they need not locate its predecessor in order to make full use of it. I can’t wait to try the pea pesto!
May 4, 2011
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Madeleine - 3 stars
Meh. None of the recipies were interesting enough to try and really what's the point of adding 1/2 veggie puree to a dish with 8 servings. Drop in the bucket.
Madeleine - 3 stars
Meh. None of the recipies were interesting enough to try and really what's the point of adding 1/2 veggie puree to a dish with 8 servings. Drop in the bucket.
January 7, 2025
Double Delicious Foods that are good and delicious but that take very little time to prepare. I like fast meals because sometimes I just need to be able to fix something quickly. Other times I like to make meals that take some time. This is on my list to buy.
December 29, 2023
I DON’T WANT LOW FAT DAIRY, MARGERINE AND PURÉE IN ALL MY RECIPES deceptively delicious was better😞
April 17, 2018
Just like her initial cookbook (Deceptively Delicious), this cookbook is most beneficial to a specific audience: parents whose small children refuse to put anything even remotely healthy in their mouths. I wasn’t too worried about my kids imbalanced diets (as long as they eat something, right?) until my 3 year old developed some health problems that needed a veggie-laden diet to improve. I immediately bought these two cookbooks and went to work - pureeing and cooking up a storm. The additional work (and it is work) of pureeing vegetables is worth it since my kids are eating it. Biggest surprise: my husband and I are actually enjoying the food too! I’ve made lots of items from both books from cookies to chicken to pasta to muffins. The only fail so far has been eggs with cauliflower (in my opinion, the taste of cauliflower is hard to hide). All in all, if you’re in a similar situation as I am, you won’t be disappointed by the recipes in this book.
June 29, 2014
Originally posted on Sarahsbookshelf.com:
One of my favorite cookbooks for my family is Jessica Seinfeld’s Deceptively Delicious, which really is the intro to this cookbook. You learn all about using purees in “regular” meals and how to make things less fatty/more healthy.
Just as her other cookbook, this one is easy to use, doesn’t use ingredients that normal grocery stores typically carry, and doesn’t really require any special equipment. A few recipes were duds, but we found some new favorites. Highly recommend this book if you have concerns about your kids eating their veggies. These recipes hide all that stuff so you can worry about other things…
One of my favorite cookbooks for my family is Jessica Seinfeld’s Deceptively Delicious, which really is the intro to this cookbook. You learn all about using purees in “regular” meals and how to make things less fatty/more healthy.
Just as her other cookbook, this one is easy to use, doesn’t use ingredients that normal grocery stores typically carry, and doesn’t really require any special equipment. A few recipes were duds, but we found some new favorites. Highly recommend this book if you have concerns about your kids eating their veggies. These recipes hide all that stuff so you can worry about other things…
February 4, 2016
Found this at my local library, and glad I did! This cookbook includes simple, healthy, family friendly meals (that I actually will cook!); useful and interesting nutrition info; healthy family food tips from real moms; and more! I enjoyed Jessica's "Kitchen Cabinet" comments, food facts, and stories found with each recipe. Most recipes include a full page photo of each dish, which is always nice when your doing a quick flip-through for meal ideas. I liked this cookbook so much I'm planning to buy my own copy for my kitchen very soon!
December 30, 2010
I'm really excited about this book. I love the premise of putting various pureed veggies into everyday recipes. I think it will be a great way to up the healthy factor. I'm sure I won't make every recipe; some don't appeal to me. But looking forward to trying them out. And I like the idea of prepping the purees early and freezing them so you have them on hand. And I love the design of the book, the spiral binding, the little notes throughout. It's a fun cookbook!
March 3, 2011
This is a follow-up to her first cookbook, Deceptively Delicious. Basically it's all recipes that incorporate vegetable purees. I don't really have a problem getting my kids to eat veggies, but I could use more veggies myself! I haven't tried any of the breakfast or dessert recipes from this book, but there are some great main dish ideas and I plan to make more of them. This book is definitely worth a look because it has some great ideas.
May 6, 2013
Absolutely love the upgrades in this book! especially the ticker strip at the bottom of each recipe page stating all the nutritional information break downs. I've been doing the figures and writing them in under each recipe in her previous book. Nutritional ticker strip is an extremely valuable time saver for a person like me who has to keep track of those numbers! Delicious recipes, good variety and selection. Another fantastic winner for my pantry shelf!
November 17, 2011
Jessica has alot of good ideas for preparing more nutrtious foods for the family. She also gives great instructions for preparing, pureeing and preserving vegetables. I would especially recommend this book to any parent of 'picky' or "finicky" or even regular eaters. I checked this book out at the library.
December 28, 2010
I liked this book better than the first book she wrote. Its very practical. My super picky eater will eat most of the foods. The recipies are clear enough for my husband to follow and things can be made ahead.
December 21, 2010
Not just for kids! This book is a great way to put some extra nutrients in your food without even noticing! The purees are a fantastic idea and make it very easy and simple to prepare good, tasty homecooked meals without all the fat and calories. I especially love the satay chicken!
December 31, 2010
This a great cookbook! Finding ways to slip in healthy foods can be hard. Not so much for my daughter but for my husband it is a challenge. These recipes are easy to follow and are made with things that most people already have in there cubbords. What more could a busy person ask for?
January 11, 2011
I now have a food processor to puree veggies to sneak into foods! Now all I need is a buttload of time and money for fruits and veggies! In my alternate universe, I would be a lot like Jessica Seinfeld.
January 28, 2011
So far I've tried 5 recipes or so and they've all been awesome. I've never had that many successes in a row out of one cookbook. I don't know how good her first cookbook is, but this one is a keeper. We had the chicken parmesan tonight with hidden spinach and carrots. Really good!
February 9, 2012
This is a neat book...I mean she tells you how to make chocolate chip cookies with chick peas!!! I have tried a couple of the reciepes and enjoyed them. They dont always turn out as pictured...
great book for people with kids as you truly cant taste the veges!!!
great book for people with kids as you truly cant taste the veges!!!
August 21, 2011
I think this one might be even better than Deceptively Delicious which is the one I have. There are a lot more grown up ideas and meals in here. I have got to start puree-ing some vegetables around here!
September 1, 2011
I liked the first cookbook but I love this one. Can't wait to try them. Much less explaining and lots more easy, yummy, healthy meals where I can sneak in some veggies for the kids (and me too). Gonna need to own this soon!
October 28, 2010
This book is a good follow up from her other book. It is filled with photos and easy recipes for the average cook to prepare.
October 31, 2010
Great healthy cookbook for families with children. Even better than her first book.
March 27, 2013
I really liked her first book, Deceptively Delicious, which focused on purees. The recipes are really yummy too.
December 14, 2010
Another good cookbook worth buying.
February 1, 2011
Great Ideas - Based on the "deceptions" as the 1st one, but some really good recipes.
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