National Cheeseburger Day

Each September, two National days are dedicated to one of America’s favorite foods – cheeseburgers! National Double Cheeseburger Day falls on September 15th, and National Cheeseburger Day is celebrated three days later, on the 18th. Whether you prefer one patty or two, there’s a day for you, and thanks to BPL, there’s also a recipe and a cookbook to help you celebrate! Our vast selection of cookbooks have hundreds, if not thousands of recipes for mouthwatering cheeseburgers, but we thought you might like to know which ones we recommend. Check out the three titles below for recipes that will blow your taste buds away. Feel free to read our included website description, featured below each title, to see if it’s the best selection for your National Cheeseburger celebration. Don’t forget to let a staff member know which recipes were your favorites!

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Not That Fancy By Reba McEntire (641.5 McE)
The best things in life are really not that fancy. This photo-driven book featuring all-things-Reba invites you to get back to the basics of life: fun, food, friends, and family. In her first book in over two decades, actress and country music legend Reba McEntire takes you behind the scenes and shares the stories, recipes, and Oklahoma-style truths that guide her life.
The perfect gift for anyone who loves down-home recipes, the western lifestyle, heartwarming stories, and a good laugh from the Queen of Country!
FROM REBA: "To me, there's nothing better than sitting on the back porch looking out at the land that goes on for miles. A beautiful sunset and then me, just sipping on a glass of iced tea (or whiskey and Sprite) with my friends and family. I don't know what heaven's going to look like, but I hope it feels like Oklahoma. Throw in some beans and cornbread, and I'm all set.
"Okies know that the secret to a good life is to keep things simple and be thankful for what the good Lord's given you. That's what I want to get back to. Simple fun, hard work, good food, and laughing with those you love. Everything I'm doing in my life from here on out--personal or professional, doesn't matter--I'm going to have fun.
"That's what I'm sharing in this book--some simple, not-that-fancy truths I live by and a bunch of good stories, photos, and recipes that go along with them. So if you're looking to slow down, get back to basics, and have a heckuva lot of fun, I think we're going to have a good time together in these pages. Come on in, kick off your boots (or leave them on, I don't care), and learn how to bring a little bit of my downhome-inspired life into your own."
FROM THE PUBLISHER: Not That Fancy includes:

• Nearly 200 photographs from Reba's childhood, career, and personal life--many of which are straight from Reba's phone
• Never-before-told stories from rodeoing with her family to pranks with Brooks & Dunn to falling in love over a plate of tater tots
• Behind-the-scenes anecdotes from her music and acting career, with inspiration on how to follow your passion, trust your gut, and take a chance on yourself
• More than 60 recipes of appetizers, mains, sides, desserts, and cocktails from Reba's personal kitchen, from friends and family, and from her restaurant, Reba's Place
• Lighthearted lifestyle tips on how to achieve Reba's signature hairstyle, plan a down-to-earth date night, throw an effortless dinner party, and more

Not That Fancy is the perfect deluxe gift for Christmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and special occasions. This keepsake book is ideal for Reba fans, country music lovers, or anyone who enjoys an easygoing western lifestyle.

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Country Cooking Made Easy (641.5 Cou)
       Country Cooking Made Easy offers a wealth of healthy, delicious and easy-to-make dishes for every meal -- comfort food at its best. The collective wisdom of generations of inspired country cooks is gathered here in this comprehensive cookbook of over 1000 simple, family-favorite recipes. These recipes are tried-and-true treasured classics with easy-to-follow directions that make cooking a pleasure. The collection includes a variety of fresh and satisfying dishes for breakfast, lunch, snack time and dinner, including such favorites as:

• Old-Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie
• Gingerbread Waffles
• Orange Pecan Muffins
• Tomato and Basil Tart
• Squash Blossom Soup
• Shrimp and Avocado Salad
• Mushroom Barley Casserole
• Steak and Kidney Pie
• Chili for Twenty
• Roast Pork Stuffed with Apples and Prunes
• Roast Mustard Lamb
• Linguini with Zucchini al Pesto
• Swiss Chard Pickles
• Apricot Jam Amandine
• Chocolate Buttermilk Cake
• Grandma Marion's Coconut-Oatmeal Cookies
• Sour Cream Peach Pie.

       Gleaned from the kitchens of expert country home cooks dedicated to the celebration of country food, these easy-to-make, good-to-eat recipes are guaranteed to please the whole family.

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Grill It! By Taste of Home (641.578 Tas)
Whether you're a novice outdoor cook or an aspiring grill master, Taste of Home Grill It! will be your guide to foolproof grilling and barbecuing, with 343 recipes and secrets for flame-broiled success.

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The Outdoor Cook By America’s Test Kitchen (641.578 Ame)
    Go beyond burgers and basic proteins to become your best outdoor cooking self. Whether you use a gas or charcoal grill, flat-top griddle, open-fire setup, smoker, or pizza oven, you can revel in the outdoor cooking lifestyle. By learning to harness fire and smoke the ATK way, you'll even be able to convert many of these recipes between different cooking methods.
    In-depth information covers fire setups and heat levels; reviews of outdoor cooking equipment including grills, griddles, planchas, rotisseries, pizza ovens, and smokers; and all the invaluable tips ATK has learned from more than 25 years of outdoor cooking experience.
Whether you need fast, creative weeknight dinners or you're gathering friends around the fire pit for Charred Guacamole and Grilled Peach Sangria or you're seeking a weekend adventure smoking a whole chicken or simmering open-fire paella for a crowd, you'll find recipes for every meal component-
    Snacks and Small Plates- Smoked Loaded Nachos, Grilled Oysters with Soy-Citrus Sauce, Watermelon with Grilled Queso de Freir, Serrano, and Pepitas Both Hands Needed- Grilled Smokehouse Barbecue Burgers, Smoked Salmon Tacos, Philly-Style Cheesesteaks Weeknight Dinners- Stir-Fried Szechuan-Style Eggplant, Grilled Garam Masala Chicken, Tomatoes, and Naan Weekend Gatherings- Kansas City-Style Barbecue Ribs, New England Clambake, Diner-Style Breakfast Over an Open Fire- Fireside Chili, Chicken Souvlaki, Paella for a Crowd Grilled Breads- Thin-Crust Grilled Pizza, Rosemary Focaccia, No-Knead Dutch Oven Bread Desserts- Glazed Rotisserie Pineapple with Salted Rum Butterscotch Sauce, Cherry Spoon Cake.

Patron Pick

Terrie stated, “I love the Tasty cookbooks so I will go with the Tasty Ultimate for my selection” when asked for a recommendation. She said, “This book has recipes that I want to cook, as well as recipes I would actually eat. Part one has the fun title Impress Yourself, and features recipes for Slow Cooker Honey-Garlic Chicken and Orange Cream Truffles, both of which I can't wait to try. The second part of the book is titled Impress Your Friends, and has a recipe for Sausage, Apple & Cheddar Monkey Bread that looks absolutely delicious. The pictures are great, and the commentary is fun. It's a great addition to the collection”. Nearly 300 pages and over 150 delicious recipes for you and your loved ones to try out. This book features a lot of commonly-known recipes, and uses recipes you might already have just laying around your pantry! With dozens of appetizers, main courses, and desserts to choose from, it’s hard to not to love this book. This is one of nineteen titles that Tasty has released, all of which are immensely popular among patrons! If you’re interested in checking out this title for yourself, it can be found in BPL's Adult Department under the call number, “641.5 Tas”.

Kate's Staff Pick

Kate, BPL’s Children’s Librarian, chose Bluey and Bingo's Fancy Restaurant Cookbook as this month’s staff pick. Geared towards ages 4-7, this juvenile cookbook is perfect for your little one – especially if they’re a fan of the popular children’s television show, Bluey. All thirteen recipes are printed on bright pages with fun illustrations of beloved Bluey characters. Some unique aspects of this cookbook that help make cooking more user-friendly to younger minds is the difficulty rating above each recipe, and the check boxes next to each ingredient. Kate promotes this book in her statement, “Wackadoo! Check out the fanciest cookbook in town brought to you by everyone's favorite canine siblings, Bluey and Bingo. Host your own fancy restaurant night and experience some of the tastes of Australia, from Fairy Bread to Fish and Chips, Bluey and Bingo guide you through how to make some of their favorite recipes”. BPL has a hard time keeping this book on the shelves because it is loved so dearly, and it’s clear that others feel the same; it has received glowing reviews on many credible sources. If you’re interested in checking out this title, it can be found under the call number, “J 641.5 Blu.” in the children’s department. We also have nearly 30 in-house Bluey materials, and dozens more online for the Bluey fans in your home!

Nerdy

Here at BPL, we really nerd out over a quirky cookbook, so what better title to feature this month, other than The Nerdy Nummies Cookbook: Sweet Treats for the Geek in All of Us by Rosanna Pansino. This cookbook was inspired by Pansino's incredibly popular baking show – Nerdy Nummies, which premiered in 2011. Pansino’s following exploded on YouTube, making her one of the most-watched Youtubers. Nerdy Nummies is her first cookbook, but in 2018, she released another titled, Baking All Year Round: Holidays & Special Occasions. Nerdy Nummies is divided into 6 different chapters: Math & Science, Space, Fantasy & Sci-Fi, Gaming, Tech & Web, and Geeky Treats. It also has many wonderful tools such as tips/techniques, how-tos, templates, resource guides, conversion charts, and much more. Quirky photoshoots, and unique photography really capture how yummy all of these treats are! Amazon’s description of this book states, “Her fondness for video games, science fiction, math, comics, and lots of other things considered “nerdy” have inspired every recipe in this book. You’ll find the recipes for many beloved fan favorites from the show, such as Apple Pi Pie, the Chocolate Chip Smart Cookie, and Volcano Cake; as well as many new geeky recipes, such as Dinosaur Fossil Cake, Moon Phase Macarons, and the Periodic Table of Cupcakes”. If you’re hosting an event that could use some themed snacks or desserts, this book couldn’t be more perfect! For treats that all ages will eat up (literally!), find this title under the call number “641.865 Pan” in the Adult Department.

Crab and Ricotta Manicotti

Ingredients

· 1 box manicotti pasta (about 12 shells) or an (8-ounce) box cannelloni

· 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese

· 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus 1/4 cup for sprinkling

· 1 egg yolk

· 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

· 1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage

· 1/4 teaspoon salt

· 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper

· Butter for the pan

· Béchamel sauce

 

Steps

1) Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.

2) In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, 3/4 cup of the Parmesan, the egg yolk, basil, crab, salt, and pepper.

3) Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter a 9x13x2-inch glass baking dish.

4) Fill the manicotti with the crab mixture and place in the prepared baking dish. Top the filled manicotti with the béchamel sauce and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese. Bake until bubbly and the top is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

 

Yields: 6 servings

 

From: Everyday Pasta

By: Giada De Laurentiis

 

Prison

When it comes to quirky cookbooks, we really chose a unique title for July’s pick – Prison Ramen: Recipes and Stories from Behind Bars by Clifton Collins, and Gustavo “Goose” Alvarez, with a special forward from Samuel L. Jackson. They describe the idea behind these recipes in the statement, “When you're in prison, a little money in the commissary can mean the difference between a life of flavorless misery and the pleasure of re-creating a taste of childhood… Firsthand stories of life in prison, told by each of the contributors, go a long way to explaining the joy of doctoring a bag of Ramen. A joy you can now re-create in the freedom of your own kitchen”. Some of our personal favorite recipes here at BPL include Ramen Instant Karma, Avary’s Jailhouse Hole Burrito, and State Issue Soup. This book includes many stories written by inmates, both anonymous, and some you may know: guitarist Slash and actors Danny Trejo, Taryn Manning, and Shia LaBeouf. Prison Ramen is copyrighted 2015, but the inmates first got the idea in 2009 when they were inspired over a shared meal. Both Collins and Alvarez have worked to turn their lives around with the help of their friends and families; writing this book and doing the interviews to make it happen, was a big stepping stone in both of their paths. If you’re interested in checking out this title, find it under the call number, “641.822 Col”.

Spicy Sesame Broad Rice Noodles

 

Ingredients

· 10 ounces uncooked broad rice noodles

· 1 cup frozen sliced carrots

· 1 cup frozen broccoli florets

· 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 2-inch pieces

· 1/4 cup vegetarian hoisin sauce

· 1/2 cup low-sodium tamari

· 1/4 cup water

· 1 to 2 teaspoons sriracha or other chili paste

· 2 teaspoons cornstarch

· 4 scallions, sliced on the diagonal

· 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

 

 

Steps

1) Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and cook the rice noodles according to the package directions. During the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the carrots, broccoli, and asparagus. Drain and return to the pot, but keep it off the heat.

2) Meanwhile, in a small pot, whisk together the hoisin sauce, tamari, water, sriracha, and cornstarch over medium heat, until cornstarch is absorbed and the sauce starts to thicken slightly. Remove from the heat and add the noodles and vegetables. Toss well to coat.

3) Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds and serve immediately.

 

 

Yields: 4 servings

 

 

From: 30-Minute Vegan Cookbook: Plant-Based Food in a Flash

By: Ally Lazare