This is a post about you, not me. Along those lines, I have some questions, I want to get to know you better. To find out what you like, and also what you need.
Why? I’m thinking of writing another cookbook. For the past ten years, I’ve had cookbook writing on the brain. And in the past four years I’ve created two of them. Now, I’m entertaining the idea of writing a third book. If I do, I’d like it to be of benefit to my readers. So here are my questions:
- What, if any, are your dietary restrictions?
- Are there foods you are not allergic to that you avoid?
- Which type of recipe (i.e., bread, salad, entrees, sides, desserts, etc.) do you find most useful?
- Of the cookbooks you own, which sections do you find yourself using most frequently?
- What is your definition of “healthy food”
- If you could ask for one thing in a cookbook, what would it be?
Feel free to answer all of the questions above, or just a couple. I’m really looking forward to hearing from you, and getting to know you a little bit better.
I will (as always) read each and every comment left below and while there may be competing requests and wishes, I will do my best to incorporate them into my future projects.
Andrea says
My family has dairy and soy protein allergies as well as gluten sensitivity. I am looking for easy, nutrient packed recipes for the whole family (including toddlers :) I reference your website and cookbook a lot for recipes – thank you for sharing them!
Jacqueline says
I am low-carb, meaning I don’t eat grain products (corn, wheat, etc.). I also don’t eat sugar. I have been trying to steer clear of Splenda products but that is very difficult, as is trying to get away from caffeine. I’m not allergic to sugar, or wheat but I avoid them all the same. I use your breakfast & dessert recipes frequently, thanks for posting them! It is so hard to come up with good breakfasts that don’t require a lot of prep/cooking time in the morning. And being on a no sugar diet, good desserts are hard to come by so that’s again for coming up with all of these yummy treats! I use the chicken & dessert sections most frequently in the cookbooks I own. I also turn to cookbooks for any seafood recipes when I’m feeling like fish. It is hard to find new things to do with fish & chicken! :) For me, healthy food has no wheat products, a lot of protein, & for a sweetener stevia instead of corn syrup, sugar, or splenda/aspartame. Healthy foods should be fresh, local, organic, & have no unnecessary products in them. I really struggle with low-carb breakfasts, so I would want a cookbook that is predominately low-carb in methodology but has a good breakfast section.
Gerd says
My daughter is diabetic – so I always happy when I can see how many carbs are in a serving of whatever I cook – especially in things like protein bars where the dried fruit makes it a bit tricky. Otherwise metric measurements are always welcomed for those of us who live in Europe:)
Kathy says
I try to eat a gluten-free, high protein, vegan diet. It’s not easy so any help would be wonderful!
Joanna says
1)Gluten and Dairy FreeAre there foods you are not allergic to that you avoid?
2) Fast and Easy entrees, breakfast, entree salads, raw
3) Main entrees,salads,
4) easy simple tasty recipes.
April Thomas says
Please please please do a stevia and almond flour cookbook. I don’t have any specific dietary restrictions, but I try to eat low-glycemic for health and low-carb when I’m on a diet. I love all your almond flour recipes, but the ones with stevia always seem to have honey or agave or some other high-carb ingredient.
Marianne Mishima says
I do not eat any grains, cow’s milk products, unfermented soy, white potatoes, sugar ( except Demerara sugar and stevia), chocolate, nuts ( except almonds and a few walnuts). I use only olive oil or butter. I don’t eat beef. My naturopath believes these foods cause inflammation in the body and feed yeast/bacteria that cause a wide range of symptoms including fatigue and pain.
I appreciate quick and easy recipes that are easily modified. Most of us tend to make the same recipes over and over because we know them and like them and we’re too busy/tired to think of something new. I appreciate recipes that make it easy to substitute what I have on hand, that make a good base for experimentation without too much effort.
BTW, your website is a gift. I truly appreciate what you’re putting out into the world. It is so helpful. Thank you.
Mamsie says
As others requested before me, there would be a great appreciation for a “lunch” style book.
I was diagnosed with Celiac disease in December 2011 and fear that my children may also have the allergies to gluten have caused me to change the entire household lifestyle.
Packing school lunches for my girls is my biggest challenge, especially given the fact they are teenagers and want to eat the typical “slop diet” of pizzas, soft drinks, etc.
I have both of your books and use them consistently. I love the fact that you keep recipes simple. Nothing dramatic, complicated or over the top.
Lauren says
1. Gluten and dairy
2. Grains
3. All! But lately I have loved your cooked veggie recipes. Love to find tasty new ways to eat the rainbow!
4. Don’t use too many cookbooks – hard to find one that fits with my lifestyle (Don’t worry I definitely own and use your cookbooks all the time!
5. Unprocessed, whole organic foods.
6. Pictures of every dish. I like to know what it should look like and if it looks good! Would love more recipes that use coconut flour
Pia says
What, if any, are your dietary restrictions?
Allergic to gluten and kasein
Are there foods you are not allergic to that you avoid?
Lactose. And I’m careful with carbs – usually just eat the slow ones. I try to eat as little as I can of meats, and do eat a lot of fish.
Which type of recipe (i.e., bread, salad, entrees, sides, desserts, etc.) do you find most useful?
I find it that dinner is easy to adjust, with lovely fresh vegetables, organic meat and some time on my hands. Baking, desserts and breakfasts are where I struggle.
Of the cookbooks you own, which sections do you find yourself using most frequently?
Baking.
What is your definition of “healthy food”
For me, healthy food is non-processed. I need to know what’s on my plate. Also it’s important for me to eat foods that make my blood sugar stabile.
If you could ask for one thing in a cookbook, what would it be?
I would ask for gluten and dairy free tortillas/wraps that are low in carbs. Maybe quinoa-flour? That would be perfect to bring to school for lunch, with some salmon and salads rolled in it.
Pia says
PS, i love pictures. I have one of your cookbooks, and I really miss a picture of each recipe!