Books published by publisher Better Homes and Gardens Books

This new and fully revised edition of the beloved New Junior Cookbook is the perfect way to introduce children ages 6 to 10 to the rules of the kitchen and successful cooking. The book begins with the framework needed for navigating the kitchen--safety is always first. Then recipe chapters that cover breakfast, brunch, supper, snacks, and desserts draw in children with their colorful and whimsical illustrations. All recipes in this edition are new, and are nutritious without sacrificing great taste. Throughout, kids learn the message that good food fuels the body, and the recipes, tips, and hints hone that message. Each recipe is easy to follow, with a simple-to-read ingredient list, a list of tools needed, and a step-by-step method. In addition, there are food swaps in recipes, turning kids from picky eaters into chefs who customize their food as they please. Full nutrition, including grams of sugar, is included in every recipe.

The handy comb-bound edition of Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book, 16th Edition, the tried-and-true kitchen resource for generations of cooks. The Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book remains the go-to resource for home cooks. In this handy comb-bound format of the completely updated 16th edition, every recipe, ranging from all-time favorites to modern classics, has been reviewed, revised, and revamped for today’s kitchen. Included is a new Holiday chapter, increased coverage of canning and grilling, and expanded information on fruits and vegetables. The “Secrets to Success” feature focuses on teaching techniques, such as making artisanal bread, while the “8 Ways With…” feature shows how to add flavor to basic items like boneless chicken breasts. With a redesigned cover to give the book a fresh, new look, over 1,200 recipes and more than 1,000 photographs, this comprehensive title is the one reference every home cook needs.

Includes two bonus chapters of recipes, menus, party and decorating ideas, and shortcut treats!Bonus Chapter No. 1: Holiday MenusMenus for Thanksgiving to Christmas and the Super Bowl including holiday brunches, appetizer parties, dessert parties, and simple dinners for busy familiesAdditional recipes new to this editionMake-ahead information and time tables for all menus so more time is spent with guests, not in the kitchenFun and simple tabletop decorating ideas to dress up holiday tablesTips to make holidays easier and more funBonus Chapter No. 2: Shortcut TreatsSimple cookies and candies (using a mix or just a few ingredients stirred together)Food gifts that include easy packaging ideasHow to organize a cookie exchangeSimple decorating ideas to dress up packaged cookies

This all-new and gorgeous edition of Better Homes and Gardens Baking (the first major all-purpose BH&G baking title published since 1998) is a compendium of irresistible cookies, brownies, cakes, pies, cobblers, pastries, and breads—from everyday sweets to special-occasion show-stoppers. It has everything you need to bake fuss-free and with delicious results for bake sales, cookie swaps, birthday parties, holiday tables, or just because you’re in the mood to bake. You'll find: More than 400 recipes for luscious baked goods such as Cinnamon Rolls (with four fun shape variations), Raspberry French Silk Pie Bars, and Herbed BouleMore than 250 photos showcase the recipes and clarify techniques Chapter-opener features with classic recipes that teach secrets to baking successMake-It-Mine recipes with choices to help you adapt to your taste, convenience, and occasionMake-It-Mini guides to help bakers turn out scrumptious sweets in smaller sizesThis will surely be the go-to baking reference and inspiration for years to come.

The updated and revised edition of America's favorite cookbook, plus a bonus section of food gifts for year-round giving The Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book has been an American favorite since 1930, selling 40 million copies through fourteen editions. This new food gifts edition includes the complete 15th Edition as well as inspiring projects for creating personalized food gifts that are sure to charm friends and family. Each of the projects shown includes two recipes perfectly suited to tuck inside each package idea, making this the perfect book for gift-givers who love to cook. Contains 30 new creative package ideas that are easy and fun to createShowcases projects that use easy-to-find materials and include step-by-step instructions for successProvides how-to photos for recipes and craft ideas that require more description for successIncludes 60 new recipes for projects, including cookies and bars, breads, cupcakes, jams, jellies, casseroles, soups, and much moreFeatures the entire 15th Edition of the New Cook Book

More than 900 new recipes—1,200 in all—reflect current eating habits and lifestyles.500 new photos—more than 700 in all—including 60 percent more of finished food than the last edition.Dozens of new recipes offer ethnic flavors, fresh ingredients, or vegetarian appeal.Many recipes feature make-ahead directions or quick-to-the-table meals.New chapter provides recipes for crockery cookers.Efficient, easy-to-read format, with recipes categorized into 21 chapters, each thoroughly indexed for easy reference.Expanded chapter on cooking basics includes advice on food safety, menu planning, table setting, and make-ahead cooking, plus a thorough glossary on ingredients and techniques.Appliance-friendly recipes help cooks save time and creatively use new kitchen tools.Nutrition information with each recipe, plus diabetic exchanges.Contemporary food photography attracts browsers and helps cooks discover new recipes to make.Icons identify low-fat, no-fat, fast, and best-loved recipes.Every recipe tested and perfected by the Better Homes and Gardens Test Kitchen.Revised and updated cooking charts, ingredient photos, emergency substitutions, and equivalents.Respected, reliable kitchen reference with hundreds of cooking terms, tips, and techniques.

An all-new edition of the perfect kids' cookbook—now more fun than ever! Written and designed to appeal to kids ages 5 to 12, this all-new edition of the Better Homes and Gardens New Junior CookBook features 65 brand-new recipes that are simple to make and a blast to eat. Each recipe includes a photo of the dish and unique and lively illustrations of characters that tell a story to complement the dish. All the recipes here are easy-to-follow and packed with helpful hints and fun ways for kids to put their own spin on them. With lots of easy-to-understand nutrition information, it's a great way to teach kids about healthy eating while getting them interested in cooking. 65 recipes include hearty breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as well as healthy snacks and treatsFun, engaging, full-color illustrations bring each recipe to life and grab kids' attentionSpecial features cover cooking basics, kitchen safety, menu planning, basic nutrition information, and guidance on reading and understanding food labelsTeach your kids how to eat right and help out in the kitchen with the Better Homes and Gardens New Junior CookBook. It's the perfect way to make it rewarding for the whole family.

A reprint of the first edition of Red Plaid just for kids from 1955.Original, vintage illustrations and full-color photos—more than 300 in all—reprinted with the nostalgic patina of a gently aged classic.The book has a practical side too! Easy-to-use tabbed chapters and more than 100 recipes including beverages, breads and sandwiches, candy and cookies, desserts, main dishes, and vegetables and sides.This fun heirloom gift is perfect to give to children who are just beginning to cook—the new “Hostesses & Hosts of tomorrow.”

With more than 38 million copies sold since 1930, the New Cook Book is one of America's most trusted sources for cooking information. Now with more than 1,400 recipes, 800 color photos and the latest nutrition information the 14th edition combines tradition, flavor, speed and convenience for today's busy cooks. A special 20-Minute Meals chapter includes more than 45 fast meal solutions for time-crunched cooks and new at-a-glance icons identify Easy, Whole Grain, and Vegetarian recipes, in addition to the helpful icons for Fast, Low-Fat, No-Fat and Favorite recipes.

This all-new and gorgeous edition of Better Homes and Gardens Baking (the first major all-purpose BH&G baking title published since 1998) is a compendium of irresistible cookies, brownies, cakes, pies, cobblers, pastries, and breads—from everyday sweets to special-occasion show-stoppers. It has everything you need to bake fuss-free and with delicious results for bake sales, cookie swaps, birthday parties, holiday tables, or just because you’re in the mood to bake. You'll find: More than 400 recipes for luscious baked goods such as Cinnamon Rolls (with four fun shape variations), Raspberry French Silk Pie Bars, and Herbed BouleMore than 250 photos showcase the recipes and clarify techniques Chapter-opener features with classic recipes that teach secrets to baking successMake-It-Mine recipes with choices to help you adapt to your taste, convenience, and occasionMake-It-Mini guides to help bakers turn out scrumptious sweets in smaller sizesThis will surely be the go-to baking reference and inspiration for years to come.