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Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook : Classic Recipes from Lebanon and Beyond by Ralph Nader (2020, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherAkashic Books
ISBN-101617757942
ISBN-139781617757945
eBay Product ID (ePID)16038378643
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Book TitleRalph Nader and Family Cookbook : Classic Recipes from Lebanon and Beyond
Number of Pages104 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2020
TopicHealth & Healing / General, General, Regional & Ethnic / Mediterranean, Courses & Dishes / General
IllustratorYes
GenreCooking, House & Home
AuthorRalph Nader
FormatHardcover
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Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight22 Oz
Item Length10.3 in
Item Width8 in
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Reviews" The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook shares the offerings of an inspired culinary culture, inviting us to try delicious new dishes with a loving emphasis on family health and unity. A wonderful blend of consumer protection and consumer pleasure!" -- Patti Smith , author of Just Kids "With a generous helping of mind-nourishing wisdom combined with mouthwatering recipes, Ralph Nader provides the ingredients for a life well lived." -- Andy Shallal , Busboys and Poets founder and CEO "Rose Nader used family dinners as an opportunity to inform her children about culture, philosophy, as well as nutrition. Her tasty recipes came with a heaping helping of love and knowledge." -- Phil Donahue "Rose Nader not only prepared the cuisine of my family's homeland to perfection, she infused it with heritage. Whenever she brought me a magical plate of Lebanese goodies, she was sure to remind me, in Arabic, of that old motto of the Lebanese kitchen: An empty hand is a dirty hand." -- Marlo Thomas , actress, author of Growing Up Laughing: My Story and the Story of Funny "What sets Ralph Nader apart is that he has moved beyond social criticism to effective political action." -- New York Times "Ralph Nader is our indispensable voice of outrage against corporate corruption, greed, invasion of privacy, and abuse of power." -- James K. Galbraith "One of the 100 most influential Americans in the twentieth century." -- Time "From auto and airline safety to 'the insurance game,' Nader wins praise as consumer crusader." -- Booklist "For a half century Ralph Nader has said what he thinks, written what he believes, and told it like it is." -- Robert R. Reich, "What sets Ralph Nader apart is that he has moved beyond social criticism to effective political action." -- New York Times "Ralph Nader is our indispensable voice of outrage against corporate corruption, greed, invasion of privacy, and abuse of power." -- James K. Galbraith "One of the 100 most influential Americans in the twentieth century." -- Time "From auto and airline safety to 'the insurance game,' Nader wins praise as consumer crusader." -- Booklist "For a half century Ralph Nader has said what he thinks, written what he believes, and told it like it is." -- Robert R. Reich, Bound in a colorful cover and awash in white--similar in look and feel to Yottam Ottolenghi's Plenty--the recipes, compiled over a lifetime, present a nuanced portrait of the culinary upbringing that helped shape Mr. Nader's view of American life., Beautifully and profusely illustrated throughout with full color photography, The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook: Classic Recipes from Lebanon and Beyond is an extraordinary and inspirational resource for planning palate-pleasing, appetite-satisfying, kitchen cook friendly dishes that will make for truly memorable meals., Rose Nader used family dinners as an opportunity to inform her children about culture, philosophy, as well as nutrition. Her tasty recipes came with a heaping helping of love and knowledge., "Talking to Ralph Nader about his new cookbook, you can't help but wish you'd been around the dinner table when he was growing up in Winsted with his brother and two sisters. Not only did they discuss important life issues, but the whole family enjoyed healthy, home-cooked Lebanese cuisine." -- The Danbury News-Times "The food that really impacted Nader's life--and his future career as a crusading advocate for fresh, healthy food--was the Lebanese food that his mother cooked at home, and that she insisted that everyone in her family eat, together at the table, while they discussed the issues of the day." -- The Lakeville Journal "Sharing a wide variety of dishes, along with personal commentary from Nader, this book allows the reader a rare glimpse into an important aspect of Nader's childhood." -- Princeton Alumni Weekly "Nader's parents owned and operated a restaurant called the Highland Arms in Connecticut, where they served classic American food by day, but they mostly ate Lebanese food at home, and here Nader shares many of his mother's traditional Lebanese recipes for hummus, tabouleh, and kibbe (meatballs formed from onions, bulgur, and ground lamb), along with some surprising dishes, such as a creamy apple parsnip soup with cardamon, baked eggplant stuffed with ground lamb and pine nuts, and a light and lemony apple cake." -- Publishers Weekly Included in Publishers Weekly 's Cooking & Food Adult Announcements for Spring 2020 " The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook shares the offerings of an inspired culinary culture, inviting us to try delicious new dishes with a loving emphasis on family health and unity. A wonderful blend of consumer protection and consumer pleasure!" -- Patti Smith , author of Just Kids "With a generous helping of mind-nourishing wisdom combined with mouthwatering recipes, Ralph Nader provides the ingredients for a life well lived." -- Andy Shallal , Busboys and Poets founder and CEO "Rose Nader used family dinners as an opportunity to inform her children about culture, philosophy, as well as nutrition. Her tasty recipes came with a heaping helping of love and knowledge." -- Phil Donahue "Rose Nader not only prepared the cuisine of my family's homeland to perfection, she infused it with heritage. Whenever she brought me a magical plate of Lebanese goodies, she was sure to remind me, in Arabic, of that old motto of the Lebanese kitchen: An empty hand is a dirty hand." -- Marlo Thomas , actress, author of Growing Up Laughing: My Story and the Story of Funny "What sets Ralph Nader apart is that he has moved beyond social criticism to effective political action." -- New York Times "Ralph Nader is our indispensable voice of outrage against corporate corruption, greed, invasion of privacy, and abuse of power." -- James K. Galbraith "One of the 100 most influential Americans in the twentieth century." -- Time "From auto and airline safety to 'the insurance game,' Nader wins praise as consumer crusader." -- Booklist "For a half century Ralph Nader has said what he thinks, written what he believes, and told it like it is." -- Robert R. Reich, Growing up in Winsted, Conn., Ralph Nader would often help his mother cook--kneading the bread dough, chopping fragrant spices to prepare dishes for the family table from his parents' native Lebanon., The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook shares the offerings of an inspired culinary culture, inviting us to try delicious new dishes with a loving emphasis on family health and unity. A wonderful blend of consumer protection and consumer pleasure!, "Rose Nader used family dinners as an opportunity to inform her children about culture, philosophy, as well as nutrition. Her tasty recipes came with a heaping helping of love and knowledge." -- Phil Donahue "Rose Nader not only prepared the cuisine of my family's homeland to perfection, she infused it with heritage. Whenever she brought me a magical plate of Lebanese goodies, she was sure to remind me, in Arabic, of that old motto of the Lebanese kitchen: An empty hand is a dirty hand." -- Marlo Thomas , actress, author of Growing Up Laughing: My Story and the Story of Funny "What sets Ralph Nader apart is that he has moved beyond social criticism to effective political action." -- New York Times "Ralph Nader is our indispensable voice of outrage against corporate corruption, greed, invasion of privacy, and abuse of power." -- James K. Galbraith "One of the 100 most influential Americans in the twentieth century." -- Time "From auto and airline safety to 'the insurance game,' Nader wins praise as consumer crusader." -- Booklist "For a half century Ralph Nader has said what he thinks, written what he believes, and told it like it is." -- Robert R. Reich
Table Of ContentIntroduction Appetizers & Dips Hummus bi Tahini Baba Ghanoush Laban ( yogurt ) Labneh ( strained yogurt ) Laban with Cucumbers Soups & One Smoothie Lentil Soybean Soup Cannellini Bean Soup with Swiss Chard Apple parsnip Soup Garlic Soup Creamy Ginger and Spinach Smoothie Salads Tabouleh Fatoosh ( tomatoes, scallions, and parsley with toasted bread ) Salata ( tossed salad ) Swiss Chard Salad Main Dishes Sheikh al-Mahshi ( baked eggplant stuffed with lamb and pine nuts ) Sfeeha or Fatayer ( open-faced or stuffed pastry with lamb or spinach filling ) Baked Kibbe Stuffed Kibbe Cooked in Labaneeye Dajaje ma' a' Hashwee ( chicken with lamb and rice ) Yabrak Arish ( rolled stuffed grape leaves ) Yabrak Malfoof ( rolled stuffed cabbage ) Baked Fish with Spices and Tarator Sauce Burghul with Swiss Chard or Chicory 'Mdardara ( lentils with rice and onion ) Vegetables Loubieh bi Zayt ( string beans in olive oil ) Beets with Onions in Olive Oil Steamed Broccoli with Garlic, Lemon, and Olive Oil Foole ( fava beans with olive oil ) Tofu and Kale Mediterranean Eggplant Breads & Desserts Ma'mool ( pastry filled with crushed pistachio nuts ) Macaroon Kashab ( glazed sesame seed macaroons ) Stuffed Honeydew Ka'ak ( sweet yeast bread ) Cream Cheese Gelatin Delight Apple Cake Rice Pudding Two-Two-Two Cookies Crunchy Bran Muffins Zucchini Bread Conversions Acknowledgments Index About the Author
SynopsisRalph Nader and his family share recipes inspired by his parents' commitment to the healthy Mediterranean diet., " The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook shares the offerings of an inspired culinary culture, inviting us to try delicious new dishes with a loving emphasis on family health and unity. A wonderful blend of consumer protection and consumer pleasure " -- Patti Smith , author of Just Kids "With a generous helping of mind-nourishing wisdom combined with mouthwatering recipes, Ralph Nader provides the ingredients for a life well lived." -- Andy Shallal , Busboys and Poets founder and CEO "Rose Nader used family dinners as an opportunity to inform her children about culture, philosophy, as well as nutrition. Her tasty recipes came with a heaping helping of love and knowledge." -- Phil Donahue "Rose Nader not only prepared the cuisine of my family's homeland to perfection, she infused it with heritage. Whenever she brought me a magical plate of Lebanese goodies, she was sure to remind me, in Arabic, of that old motto of the Lebanese kitchen: An empty hand is a dirty hand." -- Marlo Thomas , actress, author of Growing Up Laughing: My Story and the Story of Funny Ralph Nader is best-known for his social critiques and his efforts to increase government and corporate accountability, but what some might not know about him is his lifelong commitment to healthy eating. Born in Connecticut to Lebanese parents, Nader's appreciation of food began at an early age, when his parents, Rose and Nathra, owned an eatery, bakery, and delicatessen called the Highland Arms Restaurant. The family eschewed processed foods and ate only a moderate amount of lean red meat. Nowadays, the Mediterranean diet is considered one of the healthiest on the planet, but in the 1930s and '40s of Nader's youth it was considered by many Americans as simply strange. Luckily for Nader and his siblings, this didn't prevent their mother, Rose, from serving the family homemade, healthy meals--dishes from her homeland of Lebanon. Rose didn't simply encourage her children to eat well, she took time to discuss and explain her approach to food; she used the family meals to connect all of her children to the traditions of their ancestors. The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook shares the cuisine of Nader's upbringing, presenting Lebanese dishes inspired by Rose's recipes that will be both known to many, including hummus and baba ghanoush, as well as others that may be lesser known, such as kibbe, the extremely versatile national dish of Lebanon, and sheikh al-mahshi--"the 'king' of stuffed foods." The cookbook includes an introduction by Nader and anecdotes throughout. The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook will entice one's taste buds, while sharing a side of Ralph Nader that may not be commonly known, though will not surprise anyone familiar with his decades of activism and involvement in consumer protection advocacy., "More than just a collection of recipes, though, this is a window on a culture and a family. Nader's description of his mother convincing 8-year-old Ralph to eat radishes speaks volumes about this persuasive matriarch and the tireless activist she raised." -- Washington Post Book Club Ralph Nader is best-known for his social critiques and his efforts to increase government and corporate accountability, but what some might not know about him is his lifelong commitment to healthy eating. Born in Connecticut to Lebanese parents, Nader's appreciation of food began at an early age, when his parents, Rose and Nathra, owned an eatery, bakery, and delicatessen called the Highland Arms Restaurant. The family eschewed processed foods and ate only a moderate amount of lean red meat. Nowadays, the Mediterranean diet is considered one of the healthiest on the planet, but in the 1930s and '40s of Nader's youth it was considered by many Americans as simply strange. Luckily for Nader and his siblings, this didn't prevent their mother, Rose, from serving the family homemade, healthy meals--dishes from her homeland of Lebanon. Rose didn't simply encourage her children to eat well, she took time to discuss and explain her approach to food; she used the family meals to connect all of her children to the traditions of their ancestors. The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook shares the cuisine of Nader's upbringing, presenting Lebanese dishes inspired by Rose's recipes that will be both known to many, including hummus and baba ghanoush, as well as others that may be lesser known, such as kibbe, the extremely versatile national dish of Lebanon, and sheikh al-mahshi--"the 'king' of stuffed foods." The cookbook includes an introduction by Nader and anecdotes throughout. The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook will entice one's taste buds, while sharing a side of Ralph Nader that may not be commonly known, though will not surprise anyone familiar with his decades of activism and involvement in consumer protection advocacy., In The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook, Ralph Nader shares recipes of his upbringing, along with anecdotes. Inspired by his mother Rose's recipes, the book presents Lebanese dishes that will be both known to many, including hummus and baba ghanoush, as well as others that may be lesser known, such as kibbe - the extremely versatile national dish of Lebanon - and sheikh al-mahshi - the king of stuffed foods. Including an introduction by Nader and comments throughout, The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook will entice one's taste buds, while sharing a side of Ralph Nader that may not be commonly known, though will not surprise anyone familiar with his decades of activism and involvement in consumer protection advocacy.
LC Classification NumberTX725.L4N328 2020
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- Jun 24, 2020
great cookbook - highly recommend
All of my family's favorite recipes, easy to make, traditional Lebanese food. I bought one for myself and one for my nephew. I'm going to buy more for all my nieces and nephews - its a fantastic cookbook. A must for the second and third generation Lebanese, or for those who want to eat as well as we did at home!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 28, 2020
Great Traditional Lebanese Recipes With Some Extras
The recipes were easy and all the traditional dishes were covered. Loved that Ralph took the time to reflect on his upbringing and background and share with us.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jul 01, 2020
Love the homemade family recipes!!
Recipes are simple to follow and the print is bold!!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
