Gibbs Smith imprint: 572 books

Dishing out wity one-liners and old-fashioned country logic the same way an old camp cook dishes out beans and biscuits, Roy English’s Advice from a Country Farmer is simply this—no-nonsense humor and wisdom from a country gentleman schooled in common sense and kindness. “Most farmers work...

Judge Roy English has probably seen or heard it all in his courtroom. And now that he is retired and getting a little older, his country wisdom appeals to all who’ve had a few “senior moments” or who refuse to just sit back and grow old gracefully.  Hard-won and universal wisdom from...

Grits-they've been called the "first truly American food." Just what are they? Simply put, grits are stone-ground corn, and they're gaining popularity nationwide in America's most influential kitchens. Any Southern cook worth his salt knows it's what you add to grits that make them remarkable!...

Spotlight on a way of life in the Pacific Northwest. John Nelson’s stories of growing up on the docks and his practical techniques for preparing and cooking a variety of seafood in Pacific Northwest style makes this more than a recipe book. It is a snapshot of the fishing culture that resides...

Abracadabra ! Hocus-pocus! Allakazam! Happis crappis! Say it together nowmagic! Take a peek inside the magicians secret wardrobe to discover the tricks of the trade, the tales of derring-do, and the people who made the magic happen. Demystifying the mystical is the popular, raucous, ready-to-trick-his-own-mother...

Soup is a deliciously easy way to provide for a neighborhood potluck or a comfortable night at home with the family. 100 Soups for $5 or Less includes recipes for Armchair Quarterback Chili, Stir-Fry Noodle Soup, and many more. Each recipe is prepared for $5 or less!

Big flavors come in small bites. With Small Bites, novice and experienced hosts can prepare easy appetizers that will impress and delight any crowd. Choose from more than 60 savory recipes for finger foods, skewers and picks, and sandwiches and sliders; whether you’re hosting a sophisticated...

Embellished with orange glaze, cinnamon stick "stems," and green sugar "vines," these pumpkins appear to be freshly plucked from the patch! With expert advice and step-by-step instructtions from celebrated cookie queen Julia M. Usher, you'll be able to add these gourmet ghouls to your next Halloween party or use them in a pumpkin-themed garden scene for a centerpiece.

200 Soups is chock-ful of tasty recipes using beans and lentils, fresh and frozen vegetables, beef, chicken, pork, fish, potatoes, tomatoes, and anything else you can find in the pantry. From simple Asian broth-based soups to creamy soups of pureed vegetables and hearty stews and chowders, home cooks...

Meringue isn’t just magical. It’s mysterious. No one can quite agree on its origins (and here’s a hint: it wasn’t invented in France). While most food historians confirm Marie Antoinette’s love of meringues, some say that meringue goes back to a much earlier date . . . and that it was invented...

“Bonjour, Y’All,” the slogan for Heidi Vukov’ Croissants Bistro and Bakery in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, perfectly encapsulates the popular restaurant’s elegant and delicious pairing of two distinct culinary traditions—European cuisine and Southern home cooking. This book celebrates...

Holly Herrick loves France and French cooking. And in this cookbook ( her third in The French Cook series), she jumps into bowl after bowl of glorious French soups with inspired abandon and a generous dose of classical technique. Le Cordon Bleu trained chef and former resident of France focuses...

This fresh take on classic comfort foods includes not only delicious variants on mashed potato dishes, but also gratins, soups, dips, sauces, guacamoles, pâtés, casseroles, panna cottas, and sorbets made with a plethora of vegetables, fruits, beans, grains, nuts, eggs, and even meats. Hot or cold,...

Everybody loves barbeque! Backyard barbeque guru Steve Tillet has collected 101 fantastic recipes for barbeque of all varieties-from appetizers to desserts to vegetarian solutions-proving that the grill is the best and easiest summertime cooking option. Get outta the kitchen with amazingly simple...