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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: Taste Test

| By John Petersik | April 6, 2009 | 796 Comments

Fab Freebie: Taste Test

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***

We may be toilet-installation and cabinet-painting experts, but when it comes to cooking we can use all the help we can get. Which is why we were psyched when our latest giveaway sponsor, America’s Test Kitchen, offered to send their newest cookbook our way in addition to doling out some great prizes for you guys (yes, prizes with an “s”). And when our complimentary preview copy of “Cooking For Two” arrived last week, we knew we were in for a good meal (sorry Burger, it’s not Cooking for Three).

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I’m Young House Love’s resident (wannabe) chef, so perusing the book for a beginner-friendly recipe was the first thing I did. I loved that every recipe was already portioned for just two people (sweet, no math), but even better was all the background info surrounding each recipe. Hearing about how they arrived at the right ingredients, perfect temperatures and ideal prep techniques was extremely educational for a novice like me (so that’s how you properly shred basil). It even gave me the confidence to take on their Crunchy Baked Pork Chops with Aoili dipping sauce (page 79) on Saturday… although you’ll have to excuse the frozen veggies on the side, I was busy making my own breadcrumbs.

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And a handful of you will get to try it for yourselves! Yep, America’s Test Kitchen is giving away a hot-off-the-presses hardcover copy of “Cooking for Two” to FIVE randomly selected readers. To enter, just comment on this post with the words “I WANT A TASTE” by Wednesday, April 8th at 8pm EST. And while you’re at it let us know what makes up your all-time favorite meal. You know, the one you’d pick as your last meal or eat everyday if you were trapped on a desert island.

As always, only one entry per e-mail address is permitted and our five lucky winners will be chosen using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck…

Full details about our freebies are available at our Giveaway FAQs.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for jamiejamie says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:38 pm

    “I WANT A TASTE” cheese enchiladas.

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  2. Avatar for LaurenLauren says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:40 pm

    I want a taste!!

    Can i have ice cream for every meal?!

    Reply
  3. Avatar for MikaelaMikaela says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:41 pm

    I WANT A TASTE – Chicken and rice, with homegrown sweet corn off the cob. mmmmm, good!

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  4. Avatar for LaurenLauren says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:42 pm

    I definitely wanna taste :) I usually make pastas when I am cooking for two and I need to change up my meals!

    Reply
  5. Avatar for LivLiv says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:42 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    I could probably eat banana cream and pumpkin pie for a long time before getting tired of either of them.

    As for real meals, I like making and eating turkey! Or having an good BBQ in the backyard with almost any kind of tasty meat (fish, red meat, white meat, whatever!).

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  6. Avatar for anneanne says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:42 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My all-time favorite meal is homemade macaroni and cheese. With buttered breadcrumbs on top. I love breadcrumbs! I want this cookbook; the breadcrumbs look divine.

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  7. Avatar for Natalie PowersNatalie Powers says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:43 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My favorite go-to meal is my white mac and cheese.
    White cheese (fontina or farmers cheese works, depending on your budget, Mozzerella, parmi, cream, milk and pasta – simple and yummy! If I’m feeling bad about the carbs and cheese, I’ll throw in some broccoli and chicken and viola!

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  8. Avatar for JenJen says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:43 pm

    I WANT A TASTE! My last meal would have to be shrimp of some variety with a side of french fries. Yum!

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  9. Avatar for Amy S.Amy S. says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:43 pm

    I WANT A TASTE! (and so does my husband!)

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  10. Avatar for JanelleJanelle says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:43 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    (One of my favorite meals is Chinese Haystacks, also sometimes called Hawaiian Haystacks.)

    Reply
  11. Avatar for HeatherHeather says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:44 pm

    I WANT A TASTE! My all-time favorite meal would have to be my mom’s lasagna–I’ve requested it for every birthday dinner since I can remember.

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  12. Avatar for JillJill says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:44 pm

    I wanna taste!
    Practically any meal that is composed of seasonal veggies does it for me!

    Reply
  13. Avatar for cassiecassie says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:45 pm

    I want a taste!

    I love america’s test kitchen, they’re awesome!

    Reply
  14. Avatar for MartaMarta says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:45 pm

    I want a taste – I am total no-can-do in the kitchen. As much as I can follow the protocols at work and modify them to my advantage I have tried all my tricks and unfortunately nothing is as good as my husbands food. He can make a masterpiece out of scraps. Unbelievable how easy he can create a dish that I would never thought of. Well thank goodness that at least one of us knows how to cook cause otherwise our budget would go to dining.

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  15. Avatar for SophiaSophia says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:45 pm

    I want a taste!
    I’d eat sushi every day if trapped on a desert island.

    Reply
  16. Avatar for kimkim says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:45 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    ..my favorite meal is turkey burgers w/ homemade french fries. so easy & delicious. it’s perfect.

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  17. Avatar for brieannebrieanne says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:46 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    Reply
  18. Avatar for ErynnErynn says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:46 pm

    I want a taste!! Yummy! My go-to last meal?? Probably Filet wrapped in bacon with TONS of mushrooms to go on top. and some goat cheese (or bleu, BOTH?) my mom’s hash brown potato casserole, steamed asparagus, and for dessert? Gotta go with mom again on this one and say her chocolate lava cake with creme fraiche and raspberry sauce. Great, now I’m starving. Hope I win a copy of the book so I can get to cooking!!

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  19. Avatar for Ansley B.Ansley B. says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:46 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My husband and I are obsessed with America’s Test Kitchen and would really enjoy this book!

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  20. Avatar for MelissaMelissa says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    “I WANT A TASTE”

    Homemade Mac & Cheese!

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  21. Avatar for KathyKathy says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    I WANT A TASTE! I make the BEST chicken piccata. Its delicious, and even better as leftovers. Don’t know how it’d hold up on a desert island though.

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  22. Avatar for DianneDianne says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    I WANT A TASTE Swedish Meatballs. I’ve always wanted to make them.

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  23. Avatar for StephanieStephanie says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My current favorite meal is poached eggs atop a thick slice of toasted bread with marinara sauce.

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  24. Avatar for JudithJudith says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    I Want A Taste.

    My mothers lasange recipe is my favorite meal ever!

    Reply
  25. Avatar for sarahsarah says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    I want a taste, please!

    My all-time favorite meal is fairly simple: it’s a pork burrito smothered with chili verde and cheese. It’s got everything you need with the ooey gooey cheese, the heat from the chilis and fabulously favored shredded pork. Comfort food at it’s best!

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  26. Avatar for AmandaAmanda says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:47 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    We are loving sweet chicken dishes that are served on a bed of rice. Chinese chicken, bourbon chicken, butter chicken…

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  27. Avatar for JessiJessi says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:48 pm

    I WANT A TASTE

    I absolutely love pizza and would eat it every day of the week. The funny thing about my cooking is that I’m not bad, but I can make a perfect medium rare prime rib steak but I never fail to burn my grilled cheese. Where’s the logic in that?!

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  28. Avatar for KatieKatie says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:48 pm

    “I WANT A TASTE” !!

    My favorite meal is all sorts of unhealthy things like steak, red wine and something with blue cheese!… :)

    Reply
  29. Avatar for Lori S.Lori S. says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:49 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My fav meal has to be my husband’s homemade spaghetti sauce…..I can even eat it without pasta! YUM!

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  30. Avatar for KatrinaKatrina says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:49 pm

    I want a taste! One of my favorite meals to cook is champagne shrimp pasta. Yum!

    Reply
  31. Avatar for Jill C.Jill C. says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:50 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    Humm, I like so many foods it is hard to pick a favorite, but I think I would have to go with a perfectly cooked steak (almost any kind will do). With some sort of chocolate/peanutbutter pie type desert. Yumm.

    Reply
  32. Avatar for LaurenLauren says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:50 pm

    I Want a Taste!!! I can eat veal parmigana everyday with my homemade red velvet cake for dessert…. ummm, when’s lunch!?!?!

    Reply
  33. Avatar for Bethany EyreBethany Eyre says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:50 pm

    I want a taste and I think my honey does too! I love pancakes and fruit.

    Reply
  34. Avatar for JillJill says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:51 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    I’ve had such a rough time resizing recipes for two. I hate wasting leftovers, but we just don’t seem to get to them.

    Beef Enchiladas with red sauce.

    Reply
  35. Avatar for LizLiz says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:51 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!! Definitely the #7 with queso from Mi Cocina (two beef burritos, rice and beans). Delish! Although I’m probably a bad person for not picking something homemade . . . oh well, that’s why I need the book! :)

    Reply
  36. Avatar for AmandaAmanda says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!!!

    I love a good filet mignon, baked potato, and salad (with homemade ranch dressing) – by far my favorite meal!!

    Reply
  37. Avatar for MeganMegan says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I WANT A TASTE! Penne a la vodka every day please.

    Reply
  38. Avatar for LindsayLindsay says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!
    And I make some AMAZING steak fajitas! :)

    Reply
  39. Avatar for April ZApril Z says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I want a taste! My favorite meal just depends on what I’m in the mood for. Right now I’d love a Bleu Peppercorn Burger with waffle fries from Granite City.

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  40. Avatar for MauraMaura says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My favorite food is Mexican, especially with pork and tomatillos.

    Reply
  41. Avatar for StacyStacy says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    Favorite meal is steak with gorgonzola, tomatoes and basil topping, mashed taters and broccoli.

    Reply
  42. Avatar for AdrienAdrien says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My current favorite is: steak and caramelized red onion quesadilla with avocado/black bean salsa. I don’t know that I’d want to eat it every day of my life, but it’s dang tasty.

    Reply
  43. Avatar for Kim BrownKim Brown says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:52 pm

    I want a taste!!!!!

    I don’t know if I have a favorite, per say……but I love Heroes (local sports bar) hamburgers. Oh so yummy. I also love couscous w/apricots and cinnamon. The best breakfast evera…..It only takes 10 from start to finish to make. Yum

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  44. Avatar for ChelseaChelsea says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:53 pm

    I WANT A TASTE! My grandmother’s quiche with homemade homemade crust. yum.

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  45. Avatar for BrittanyBrittany says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:53 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!

    My favorite dinner is Thanksgiving Dinner- the turkey, the mashed potatos, the cranberry sauce, the pie! Yum!

    Reply
  46. Avatar for KaylaKayla says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:53 pm

    “I WANT A TASTE!” I love making cheesy chicken casserole. It’s one of those dishes that you can whip up at the end of a long day and in 45 minutes wallah you’ve got dinner & leftovers for the next day! I would love a Dinner for 2 cookbook! A lot of times, the leftovers go to waste and I hate it!

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  47. Avatar for KerryKerry says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:53 pm

    I WANT A TASTE

    and it’s definitely fish tacos!

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  48. Avatar for LaurenLauren says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:54 pm

    “I WANT A TASTE”

    I could eat pasta with fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil every.single.day. Yum!

    Reply
  49. Avatar for maramara says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:54 pm

    I want a taste!

    Reply
  50. Avatar for cynthiacynthia says

    April 6, 2009 at 12:54 pm

    I WANT A TASTE!!!!

    Favorite is roast chicken with roasted root vegetables. Perfect dinner for 2 with enough leftovers for lunch or dinner the next day.

    Reply
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