Product Description

As a main ingredient or an aromatic accent, the distinct flavor of lemon is part of virtually every cuisine in the world. Now the best of these zesty ideas come together in a truly vibrant collection. From breakfast to cocktail hour to bedtime snacking, and every meal in between, Lemon Zest delivers a refreshing range of unbeatable offerings: Lemon-Blueberry Scones, Pork Tenderloin with Lemon and Fennel, Creamy Lemon Fettuccine, Tangy Tabbouleh, Ginger-Lemon Dipping Sauce, Lemongrass Lemonade, and even homemade Lemon Vodka–all highlighting the irresistible flavor of this fabulous fruit.

Lemon Zest also brims with juicy tidbits of lemon lore, as well as household hints for making the most of this all-natural cleanser throughout the home. Complete information on using every part of the lemon, along with advice for selecting and storing–and even growing them!--is included, too. Lemon Zest is a burst of brilliant flavors sure to please every palate.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #443185 in Books
• Published on: 2002-05-14
• Released on: 2002-05-14
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 272 pages

From Publishers Weekly
The same author expounds on her tasty theme in Lemon Zest: More Than 175 Recipes with a Twist, which serves up drinks (from Lemon Barley Water to Lemon Vodka); appetizers (Lemon-Cucumber Sandwiches, Lemon-Ginger Garlic Bread); main courses (Snapper with Lemon Browned Butter and Capers, Pork Tenderloin with Lemon and Fennel) and desserts (Lemon-Blueberry Scones with Lemon Curd). Along with such recipes, Longbotham explains the differences between various types of lemons and offers tips on the art of zesting, explaining that "most of the joy of the lemon is in the... aptly named zest...." As writer Margaret Visser observed and Longbotham quotes "Almost everything we eat contains at least a tiny amount of acid, or we would find it insipid."
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review

"Trust Lori Longbotham to come up with an amazing soup-to-nuts collection of recipes that use lemon zest, lemon juice, and whole lemons to best advantage and to the hilt. What impresses me most is that her recipes are as easy as they are imaginative."
--Jean Anderson, coauthor of The New Doubleday Cookbook

From the Back Cover

"Trust Lori Longbotham to come up with an amazing soup-to-nuts collection of recipes that use lemon zest, lemon juice, and whole lemons to best advantage and to the hilt. What impresses me most is that her recipes are as easy as they are imaginative."
--Jean Anderson, coauthor of The New Doubleday Cookbook

Customer Reviews

Crazy for Lemon
I simply love this book. It is clear that the author spent a lot of time researching and getting lots of good information for us home cooks. I never dreamed there were so many ways to use this inexpensive citrus fruit. Lori's recipes using the zest, peel, fruit, juice have opened my eyes to the many flavorful possibilities that abound. I will never waste any part of lemons again! It was so smart to include ways to add lemon to favorite recipes I already use. I also found her recipes creative and easy to follow. Best of all, they work. So far, my favorite Lemon Zest recipes are delectable Creamy Lemon Fettuccine (few ingredients and delicious), Steamed Sea Bass with Ginger, Lemon, and Scallions (not fattening but flavorful), and scrumptious Lemon Pound Cake ( lemony and moist.)

Crazy for Lemon
I simply love this book. It is clear that the author spent a lot of time researching and getting lots of good information for us home cooks. I never dreamed there were so many ways to use this inexpensive citrus fruit. Lori's recipes using the zest, peel, fruit, juice have opened my eyes to the many flavorful possibilities that abound. I will never waste any part of lemons again! It was so smart to include ways to add lemon to favorite recipes I already use. I also found her recipes creative and easy to follow. Best of all, they work. So far, my favorite Lemon Zest recipes are delectable Creamy Lemon Fettuccine (few ingredients and delicious), Steamed Sea Bass with Ginger, Lemon, and Scallions (not fattening but flavorful), and scrumptious Lemon Pound Cake ( lemony and moist.)

For any lemon loving kitchen cook
Lemon Zest: More Than 175 Recipes With A Twist is the penultimate lemon lover's cookbook offering mouthwateringly delicious recipes suitable for every meal, and every course of every meal. There's Lemongrass Lemonade for those family friendly summer picnics, as well as homemade Lemon Vodka for those special occasions when the kids are asleep! From Black Olives with Lemon and Hot Red Pepper; Lemon-and-Coriander-Cured Salmon; Asparagus with Luscious Lemon Sauce; and Grilled Eggplant with Lemon and Mint; to Chicken with Lemon, Cumin, and Mint; Lemon-Caramel Ice Cream; Moroccan-Style Lemon, Red Onion, and Parsley Salsa; and Steamed Mussels with Lemon, Cream, and Parsley, Lemon Zest will prove itself to be a popular addition to any lemon loving kitchen cook's recipe reference collection.