Gilmore Girls: The Official Cookbook

by Elena Craig, Kristen Mulrooney

Overview

USA Today Bestseller! Named one of People Magazine's 50 Food Faves of 2022!?

Oy with the poodles already! The first official collection of recipes inspired by the world of the fast-talking Gilmore Girls.

Gilmore Girls: The Official Cookbook features dishes from every corner of Stars Hollow and beyond, including the Dragonfly Inn, Weston’s Bakery, Al’s Pancake World, Luke’s Diner, and Emily and Richard’s dinner table . Fans will delight in recreating iconic dishes from the beloved series, such as Sookie’s Risotto, Mrs. Kim’s Flaxseed Muffins, Luke’s Cheeseburger and Fries, and, of course, the perfect cup of coffee! This official cookbook also includes clever cooking tips from Sookie, hosting tips from Michel, etiquette tips from Emily Gilmore, and the wisdom from Lorelai and Rory for cooking fast and talking faster.

MORE THAN 50 RECIPES: Dozens of recipes for Stars Hollow favorites from Sookie’s Risotto to Luke’s Cheeseburger.

TIPS FROM SOOKIE: Recreate iconic dishes from Gilmore Girls with tips from Chef Sookie! Where easy-to-follow step-by-step directions lead, you can follow.

RECIPES FOR EVERY OCCASION: Whip up delicious dishes for everything from a mother-daughter brunch to a family dinner to a celebration for the whole town!

FILLED WITH PHOTOS: Includes gorgeous full-color photos of recipes to help ensure success, as well as beloved moments from the series.

THE FIRST OFFICIAL GILMORE GIRLS COOKBOOK: The only cookbook with official recipes direct from the set of Gilmore Girls.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781647225193
Publisher:	Insight Editions
Publication date:	05/10/2022
Pages:	176
Sales rank:	6,730
Product dimensions:	8.30(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Elena Pons Craig is a food and prop stylist and recipe developer with more than 25 years of experience in culinary design, marketing, photography, and publishing. With a deep love for pop culture, she enjoys hiding Easter eggs in depictions of fictional worlds. With her husband and two children, she has developed superhero cooking skills that cross generations, genders, and genres.

Kristen Mulrooney is a humorist and editor whose writing has appeared in The New Yorker, McSweeney's Internet Tendency, and The Belladonna. Her words and wisdom on the pitfalls of parenting are included in a forthcoming McSweeney's anthology. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband, three children, and dog.

Table of Contents

Introduction 7

Chapter 1 Luke's Diner 13

Coffee in an IV: Tips on Brewing Strong Coffee 15

Hot Fudge Sundae With Grapefruit on the Side 16

Luke's Special Omelet 17

Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes 19

Classic Luke's Diner Cheeseburger 20

Luke's Health-Conscious Turkey Burger 23

Santa Burger 25

Chili Cheese Fries 26

Caesar's Salad 27

Delicious Donuts 28

Chicken Noodle Soup 30

Side of Mashed Potatoes 31

Danish Day Danishes 33

Perfect Peach Pie 35

Caesar's Chilaquiles! 36

Chapter 2 The Independence Inn. The Dragonfly Inn. & Sookie St. James's Creations 39

Roquefort Puffs 41

Jackson's Blueberry Shortcake 42

Sookie's Magic Risotto 44

Sookie's Wedding Cake & Cupcakes 47

Deep-Fried Turkey Leg 50

Medieval Feast Plum Pudding 51

Sookie's Critically Acclaimed Zucchini Soup 53

Sookie's Survival Margaritas 54

Jalapeno-Chipotle Mac & Cheese 56

Lobster Bisque 57

Lorelai's Graduation Cake 59

Ciabatta Bun Caprese Sandwiches 63

Sookie's Roasted Acorn Squash Soup 64

Norman Mailer's Legendary Iced Tea 67

Broccoli Tarts 69

Handkerchief Pasta With Brown Butter Sauce 70

Chapter 3 A Stars Hollow Potluck 73

Mrs. Kim's Eggless Egg Salad Sandwiches 75

Mrs. Kim's Everything-Free Muffin Drops & Tea 76

Mrs. Kim's Extra Chunky Multigrain Pudding 77

Lane's Wedding Dumplings 78

Pasta 3 Ways for Rory & Dean's Three-Month Anniversary 82

Cashew Chicken 86

Vegetable Chow Mein 89

Red Velvet Cake 90

Ye Olde Butter Brickle Crunch Ice Cream 91

Lorelai's Giant Birthday Pizza 92

Steak & Six Baked Potatoes for Four People 94

Beef Noodle Salad 97

Shrimp from Al's Pancake World 98

Founder's Day Punch 100

Chapter 4 Lorelai & Rory's House 103

Movie Night Snack Board 105

Homemade Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies 106

Homemade Edible Cookie Dough 109

Rory's Pretzels from Around the World 110

Lime Fantasy Supreme With Two Spoons 112

Dessert Sushi 115

Cream Puffs for Hands 116

Frozen Pizza With Tater Tots 118

Complete Salad in a Bag 119

Wallowing Board 121

Nachos & a Slushie 122

Apple & Cherry Turnovers 123

Homemade Toaster Pastries 125

Chapter 5 Beyond Stars Hollow 129

Friday Night Dinner With Emily & Richard 131

Pot Roast, Potatoes, and Rolls 131

Chocolate Cake & Coffee 134

Dark Chocolate Pudding 138

Gin Martini No Onion 139

The Rory Drink 141

Emily's Tailgate Bloody Marys 142

Mashed Bananas on Toast 144

Logan's Surprise Gazpacho 145

Lobster Pot Pie 146

Trix's Spiced Nuts 148

Johnny Machette's Pasta Casserole 149

Salmon Puffs 151

Rosa's Lamb Sandwich 152

Rosa's Strudel 153

Funky Monkey Drink 154

Hector's Tacos 156

Spring Break Fruit Plate 157

Christmas Apple Tarts 159

Conclusion: Bon Voyage 161

About the Authors 162

Dietary Considerations 165

Glossary 166

Measurement Conversions 169

Notes 170

Index 172

Editorial Reviews

"Authors Elena Pons Craig and Kristen Mulrooney have curated a comprehensive collection of dishes that Gilmore Girls fans will love." - The Hollywood Reporter

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