The Best of Bridge

Once Upon a Time…

bridge_editor — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:08:05 +0000

ONCE UPON A TIME, A SENIOR BOOK EDITOR LOOKED AT “THE BEST OF BRIDGE”, OUR FIRST COOKBOOK, AND SAID “THIS BOOK WILL HAVE A LIFE OF TWO DECADES”. UNBELIEVABLE! SHE WAS RIGHT!! “THE BEST OF BRIDGE” (COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS “THE RED ONE”) IS NOW 22 YEARS OLD AND HAS SOLD NEARLY 1,000,000 COPIES.

TODAY, ALL THE KIDS WHO WERE RAISED ON BEST OF BRIDGE RECIPES ARE COOKING FOR THEMSELVES AND ASKING FOR A COLLECTION OF THEIR FAVORITES. SO ARE THEIR PARENTS. OUR NEW CUSTOMERS WANT TO KNOW “WHICH BOOK DO I BUY FIRST?”

YOU’RE HOLDING THE ANSWER – A COLLECTION OF YOUR FAVORITE RECIPES FROM ALL SIX BEST OF BRIDGE COOKBOOKS. WE’VE UPDATED LOTS OF THE RECIPES TO INCLUDE MORE FRESH INGREDIENTS AND LOW-FAT SUBSTITUTIONS AND INCLUDED MORE OF OUR NEW FAVORITES COLLECTED OVER THE PAST 3 YEARS.

THE JOKES ARE NEW AND THE RECIPES WORK!

“THE LADIES OF THE BRIDGE” PROMISE YOU SIMPLE RECIPES WITH GOURMET RESULTS. WE KNOW YOU’LL HAVE FUN IN THE KITCHEN WITH “THE BEST OF THE BEST AND MORE”!

Something New is Simmering Away in the B of B Kitchens………..

bridge_editor — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 19:09:32 +0000

Seems like it was just yesterday – we were all collectively gearing up for the Christmas holidays, and yet here we are with spring just a few short days away!

Things have been feverishly busy in the Best of Bridge kitchens – Sally and the team are developing and testing an exciting new collection of family-friendly recipes specifically created for……………THE SLOW COOKER. Truly a match made in culinary heaven! It will be available in Fall 2012 and we’re just in the process of finalizing the cover, name, etc…. The cover will be posted in the coming days – stay tuned. AND we’re also absolutely delighted to announce that two of our perennial bestsellers, The Best of The Best and More & The Rest of the Best and More are now available in the concealed wire-o hardcover binding that cooks across Canada have come to love.

Look for these two “new” books in the coming weeks at Chapters, Indigo, Coles, Costco, Save-On Ovewaitea, Safeway stores, London Drugs and more…………

Wishing you a March that is free of madness (unless of course you’re really into basketball) full of warm breezes and depending on where you are in this great country, a crocus or snow drop sighting. And if you do have a spring flower sighting, please share your pic with everyone on ‘join the conversation.’

No matter how much you push the envelope, it’ll still be stationery.

It’s Spring! Time for Some Lighter Fare Like Thai Chicken and Mango Stir-Fry From Bravo!

bridge_editor — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 15:30:26 +0000

Grand Slam Finale! Need we say more…

bridge_editor — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:14:43 +0000

Perfect for Mother’s Day or any special occasion…this Best of Bridge tradition will ‘wow’ any picky eater on your guest list!

From The Best of the Best and More!

Fan Fare! Is Now Available!

bridge_editor — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:56:39 +0000

We’re thrilled to announce that Fan Fare! is now on store shelves throughout Canada. It’s available through a wide variety of retailers – from Chapters, Indigo and Coles book stores to Costo Canada warehouses, Save-On Overwaitea and on-line retailers like indigo.ca and amazon.ca. as well as your local independent bookstore. In November it will also be available at London Drugs, Real Canadian Superstores, Safeway Canada (Alberta & BC) and Shoppers Drug Mart. So no matter where you live, or where you shop, you’ll be able to pick up the newest Best of Bridge release.

And remember for those of you who live in Edmonton and Calgary, Mary & Sally will be doing media and making appearances in Calgary on Wednesday, October 5th and Edmonton, Thursday, October 6th.

Join our twitter account for media updates and Fan Fare! news.

We hope you enjoy this new collection of recipes which feature lots of meals and tips to help you deal with the madness of meal preparation. Sally and the “ladies” wish you continued fun and success in your kitchen, and hope you enjoy this delicious new cookbook.

Green Beans Guido

bridge_editor — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:13:49 +0000

2 TBSP. VEGETABLE OIL 30 ml

4 CUPS SLICED FRESH MUSHROOMS 1 L

2 TBSP. CHOPPED ONION 30 ml

1 GARLIC CLOVE, MINCED 1

1 RED PEPPER, CUT IN STRIPS 1

10 OZ. PKG. FROZEN WHOLE GREEN BEANS 285 g

1 TBSP. CHOPPED FRESH BASIL OR 15 ml

11⁄2 TSP. (7 ml) DRIED Basil

1⁄2 CUP GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE 125 ml

HEAT OIL IN LARGE SKILLET OVER MEDIUM HEAT.

ADD MUSHROOMS, ONION, GARLIC AND RED PEPPER. COOK UNTIL ONION IS SOFT, ABOUT 5 MINUTES.

ADD BEANS AND BASIL. CONTINUE TO COOK, STIRRING FREQUENTLY, UNTIL BEANS ARE TENDER-CRISP, ABOUT 10 MINUTES. ADD SEVERAL SPOONFULS OF CHEESE

AND MIX WELL.

PLACE IN SHALLOW CASSEROLE AND SPRINKLE REMAINING CHEESE ON TOP. SERVES 4.

WHY DOES AN INSPIRING SIGHT LIKE A SUNRISE ALWAYS HAVE TO TAKE PLACE AT SUCH AN INCONVENIENT TIME?

So Easy Yet So Decadent……Chocolate Volcanoes with Raspberry Coulis

bridge_editor — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:53:17 +0000

Christmas Morning Wife Saver = The Classic Canadian Christmas Tradition is Back

bridge_editor — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:40:40 +0000

Superb! Make the day before and pop in the oven in the morning. Serves 8.

Ingredients:
16 slices white bread, crusts
removed
16 slices Canadian back bacon or
ham
16 slices sharp cheddar cheese
6 eggs
1/2 tsp. pepper 2 mL
1/2-1 tsp. dry mustard 2-5 mL
1/4 cup minced onion 60 mL
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper 60mL
1-2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 5-10 mL
3 cups milk 750 mL
dash Tabasco
1/2 cup butter 125 mL
Special K or crushed Corn Flakes

Instructions:
Set 8 pieces of bread into a 9″ x 13″ (23 x 33 cm) buttered, glass baking dish. Cover bread with slices of back bacon. Lay slices of cheddar cheese on top of bacon and then cover with remaining slices of bread to make it like a sandwich. In a bowl, beat eggs and pepper. To the egg mixture add dry mustard, onion, green pepper, Worcestershire sauce, milk and Tabasco. Pour over the sandwiches, cover and let stand in fridge overnight. In morning, melt butter, pour over top. Cover with Special K or crushed Corn Flakes. Bake, uncovered, 1 hour at 350 deg.F (180 deg.C). Let sit 10 minutes before serving. Serve this with fresh fruit and hot cinnamon rolls.

Book Reference – The Best of the Best – Vol. 1 (Page: 26), Enjoy! (Page: 33)

Brrrrrrrrr…… It’s Getting Cold Outside. Let’s Warm Things Up w/Golden Cauliflower Cashew Soup from Fan Fare!

bridge_editor — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:34:44 +0000

Social Apple Betty from The Complete Best of Bridge Cookbooks Volume 1

bridge_editor — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:18:51 +0000