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Saturday, January 8, 2011

New Year ~ New Cookbook

whew...i have to tell you i went into a bit of a post-holiday slump. january blues i guess. after all the fun and festivities of christmas...january rang in with a dose of the get-me-downs. but, as of today, i am out of the slump...and the reason why...this new cookbook. SARABETH'S BAKERY. FROM MY HANDS TO YOURS by Sarabeth Levine..... i just got it today...what a winner it is... it is a beauty. the photographs by quentin bacon are stunning. the book covers morning pastries, muffins and more, beautiful breads, everyday cakes, party cakes and company, pies and tarts, plain and fancy cookies, spoon desserts, frozen desserts, spreadable fruits and frosting, fillings and sweet sauces. i am really excited about the jam too. that is on my list of things to do for the new year. it's going to be busy in the farmhouse kitchen this year. now, where's my apron?


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  1. Lemon Verbena LadyJanuary 8, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Are those paperwhites? Jealous! A pat for my favorite Teddy! xx Nancy

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  2. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowJanuary 8, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    OMG!! I just received this wonderful book as a gift for Christmas from my best friend Mary over at Ocean Breezes!!She also got one from her husband as a Christmas gift. I already have my list of jams I want to make. We are going to have so much fun. Can't wait to compare all of our finished products. Enjoy the rest of the weekend Kary!! Susan

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  3. Kay's flowersJanuary 8, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    I got this cookbook for Christmas and can't wait to start baking from it. You'll have to let us know what you make. Happy New Year!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Oh my, this sounds like my kind of cookbook!!! I'm going to have to scoop one up (hopefully) Xoxoxo

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  5. Kay's flowersJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    I just got this cookbook for Christmas and am loving it. As you say, there are so many good things to bake it will be hard to decide what to make first. Keep us informed as to what you make. Happy New Year!

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  6. lilylovekinJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Glad you got something so wonderful to get you out of the post holiday blues. I joined an online journaling class that I hope will kick them for me. Give that little Teddy a hug. Lorrie

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  7. flwrjaneJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Once again I wished I lived by you. I could be the guinea pig and sample all your new baked goods.

    Oh well guess I'll have to continue living vicariously.

    xo jane

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  8. Betsy BrockJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Oooh...now doesn't that sound like a fun book to browse through. I'm sure you won't know what to try first! I love cookbooks with gorgeous photograph! Glad your blues are gone...it's a fresh, new and happy year! xo

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  9. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Wow this cookbook looks great!Sounds like lots of wonderful recipes.

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  10. Debra She Who SeeksJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Mmmmm! I predict that your kitchen and whole house will smell delicious for the foreseeable future!

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  11. JaniceJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    That looks like a marvelous cookbook, perfect for chasing away the after-holiday blues.

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  12. VelvaJanuary 8, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Happy New Year to you! Looks like a fabulous cookbook. I have a weakness for good cookbooks. You have one!

    Cheers.
    Velva

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  13. JeanetteJanuary 8, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Welcome aboard, I can't wait to see all the awesome things that you discover in your life this year.

    Join me over at my new blog...
    http://mylifeisawesome-jeanette.blogspot.com/

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  14. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJanuary 8, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    I will have to get her cookbook! I love Sarabeth's Bakery, Kary. I've been to both her Chelsea Market bakery and the one near Central Park. I should blog about them one day. Her baked goods are really good and I especially love her jams...I'm always stocking up on them when I shop at her stores.
    I can't wait to see what you make!

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  15. TiggerifficJanuary 8, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    I love new cookbooks.. My wonderful daughter got me a new one called Diabetic Cooking. It even has delicious looking desserts too. I miss desserts.
    Have a great time using your new cookbook and serving with pride anything you make in that cookbook.
    ta ta for now from Iowa

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  16. myletterstoemilyJanuary 8, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    well, i am happy that sarabeth pulled you out of the
    blues. you are much too important to us!

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  17. ChristineJanuary 8, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    getting back to a routine helps me shake the January blues! Enjoy your fabulous new cookbook Kary.

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  18. Beverly@Beverly's Back PorchJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    We will be expecting wonderful things from your kitchen this year. I did not receive that cookbook this year, but I did recive the Thomas Keller - ad hoc at home cookbook, that I am loving.

    When I grow up I'm going to live next door to The Yountsville Grocery and the ad hoc restaurant.

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  19. CharJanuary 8, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    i need some help with baking, i'm impatient with that - can't wait to see what you do with it

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  20. Ocean Breezes and Country SneezesJanuary 8, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Hi Kary! I agree, post holiday blues . . . in my case I've had a double dose because of the classes I was taking. Thankfully the were officially over on Dec. 20th! ... As you know "From Beyond My Kitchen Window" and I are friends, the best of friends actually! I gave this to her for Christmas and my hubby gave it to me! We can't wait to cook up a storm this year! So now the three of us will be able to compare notes!!! Don't you just love this cookbook?

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  21. LibrarianJanuary 9, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    Good to see you're "out of the slump", as you put it! Sounds like you are really going to have your hands full between cooking, baking and posting on here :-)
    A beautiful picture of your study, what a lovely way to show it from between the hyacinths.

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  22. the wild magnoliaJanuary 9, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    The cookbook does sound like a winner. Happy baking!

    xoxo to Teddy Boy.

    sending love, sandi

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  23. Mozart's GirlJanuary 9, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Hello darling Kary! Hope that you, John & Teddy are fine and happy. I understand your blues over New Year - I find it hard to let the old year and happy times go. But this year I feel really happy & optimistic (so far) so I send you some of that from Alice & me (she's currently out on a sunny, frosty 3 miles run with Paul so she's in heaven!)I've just ordered this book on Amazon - thanks so much for the recommendation xo I love the snow angel picture too and that hot chocolate cup is making my tummy rumble now...:o)
    Love to you sweetie - I've just posted a few of my favourite things over on Mozart's Girl btw. Happy Sunday xoxo Rachel

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  24. Country GirlJanuary 9, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    I love that a cookbook can get you inspired and happy. This is wonderful!

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  25. Purple FlowersJanuary 9, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    Hi Karyn: I've been to SaraBeth's restaurants in NYC, and you can be assured everything I have tried is truly a wonderful breakfast experience. Her popovers (the ones she has folded in her apron on the book cover) are delicious beyond words. Also, her jams are sold locally (in the northeast) - another yummy creation of hers.
    Have fun with her recipes and please report back. I'd love to hear your opinion.

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  26. PamJanuary 9, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    It sounds like a great cookbook and another one I will have to check out. Love your header with the covered bridge. They are definitely a rarity to see these days.

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  27. DianeJanuary 9, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Looking forward to reading all the recipes that you make from this book. Diane

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  28. MichelleJanuary 9, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    January always puts me into a bit of a slump. Just the way it is. This cookbook looks devine and I wish you could share samples via e-mail.

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  29. WilloughbyJanuary 9, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Is there anything more exciting than a new cookbook? I can't wait to see pictures of all the wonderful things you make!

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  30. the wild magnoliaJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    Kary,

    Thank you for the kind and supportive words. Last week I was almost unable to function. Currently I am better. I know you understand the struggle and the time it takes to breathe normal again....sobs choke out of me without warning.

    xoxo to Teddy Boy

    sending love, magnolia

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    How wonderful...is that fresh baked bread I smell?

    So glad you are coming around to yourself again. A good slow down is often necessary to recharge and renew ourselves. My love to you and Teddy!

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  32. sea-blue-sky & abstractsJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    OOh, I'll be looking forward to mouthwatering posts from you Kary, showing the wonderful concoctions created as a result! x

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  33. NancyJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    I think the majority of folks have a baking and cooking hangover from the holidays. I've done a litte -- but I'm still wanting to detox from sugar and fat.

    Your cookbook looks great. Will be looking forward to some pics of your creations! :)

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  34. Flavia GalassoJanuary 9, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Love the new pic above!!!

    I would like to find this cookbook....I HAVE to come to USA!!!! hugs, Flavia

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  35. Deanna (Silly Goose Farm)January 9, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Been thinking about getting this cookbook - now that it has your trusted stamp of approval, I'm going for it! Thanks for the review!

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  36. WhiteWhispers2uJanuary 9, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Love the header Photo! I will have to go check this book out, sounds wonderful.I love to cook but haven't done so much these days.

    Stop over I am hosting a Giveaway~Cheers Kim

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  37. Brownieville GirlJanuary 9, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    This is going straight into my "wish list!

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  38. Verde FarmJanuary 9, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Oh my-sounds like a wonderful cookbook. Can’t wait to see all you make from it :)

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  39. ButtercupJanuary 9, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Thanks so much for stopping by Buttercup's. Please come and visit often. I love Sarabeth's. The Upper West Side location is just about half a mile from my apartment and it's a real treat. It is a bit pricey for everyday, but so good.

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  40. PatJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Sarabeth's cookbook sounds like a must have! Thank you for telling us about it.
    Your Teddy looks so comfy - what a dear.
    Have a good week.

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  41. HappyKJanuary 10, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Your kitchen will be smelling mighty good with all those good things to bake!!

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