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Jamie's Dinners [Hardcover]

Jamie Oliver (Author)
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Book Description

Publication Date: 7 Oct 2004

Jamie Oliver's back with a vengeance in Jamie's Dinners.

This time he's tackling school dinners and family meals. Jamie's Dinners sees Jamie Oliver going back to basics in the kitchen to revolutionise family meals. Jamie believes this is his most people-friendly book yet. In 'Family Tree' he takes recipes several different ways, giving you confidence whilst at the same time hoping to get you hooked on learning more. He also reveals the world's most-loved food from a global website survey he conducted: the Top Ten dishes that families love to eat together. See if your favourite makes the list. Then follow Jamie as he takes on arguably his biggest and bravest challenge yet - to uncover the shocking truths about school meals and try to reinvent them for good. With over 100 brand new recipes, this book is all about making cooking inspiring and accessible.

'The Jamie Effect is being felt not just in schools but in households all over Britain. We must rejoice in the national treasure he is' Vanessa Feltz, Daily Express

'Jamie should be given the Victoria Cross' The Times

'There is only one Jamie Oliver. Great to watch. Great to cook' Delia Smith

Jamie Oliver's career started as a chef at the River Café, where he was quickly spotted by the television company that made him famous as The Naked Chef. He has since published a huge range of bestselling cookery books, including The Naked Chef, The Return of the Naked Chef, Happy Days with the Naked Chef, Jamie's Kitchen, Jamie Does, Jamie's Ministry of Food, Cook with Jamie, Jamie at Home,Jamie's Italy, Jamie's Great Britain, Jamie's 30 Minute Meals and Jamie's 15-Minute Meals.

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  • Hardcover: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Michael Joseph (7 Oct 2004)
  • Language: Unknown
  • ISBN-10: 0718146867
  • ISBN-13: 978-0718146863
  • Product Dimensions: 18.6 x 24.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 9,426 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Jamie Oliver started cooking at his parent's pub The Cricketers in Essex. He has worked with some of the world's top chefs and now runs his own restaurant, Fifteen, in East London. He lives in London with his wife, Jools, and their daughters, Poppy and Daisy.

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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy, child-friendly meals 3 May 2005
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
I saw the last two episodes of the television series with my children and then bought this book. We were horrified to discover what was actually served in their school dinners - especially the chicken nuggets.

Aged 12 and 7, they have enjoyed reading the book and choosing recipes for meals. So far we have tried five of the fish recipes, three pasta recipes and the roast chicken. They have all been hugely successful and easy to prepare. The book contains a great section on 5 minute meals - ideal for busy families when you still want to serve something healthy.

The kids loved the Pasta Bianco and roast chicken, and, to my surprise, thoroughly enjoyed the fish ratatouille and salmon and couscous. I have substituted some of the ingredients with low fat alternatives, and they still taste great.

This is a lovely, encouraging book, great for families and cooks who are not overly-confident. I think Jamie Oliver deserves a medal for bringing the appalling content of school dinners to the nation's attention and for showing a workable, healthy alternative.

This book has helped make my children more interested in the food they eat at school and at home. Thank you Jamie Oliver!

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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book! 29 Oct 2005
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
This is a fantastic book. It is probably the only cook book I have come across where I have actually cooked the vast majority of recipes in it and I love them all!
Highlights include the Lasagne (a twist on the classic), burger and chips, tray baked salmon and the chicken tikka masala is amazing. Even the salads are fab and there are so many recipes in this book. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys cooking simple meals with lots of fresh ingredients. I love this book!
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242 of 259 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars First time buyers only 19 Oct 2004
By Andy Nichol
Format:Hardcover
A word of warning to anyone who, like myself, has bought any or all of Jamie's other books. This isn't for you! This is a book aimed at complete cooking beginners. Many of Jamie's recipes have been repeated ( pesto, steak sandwich, yet another roast chicken) and others, toasted sandwiches for example, are really for people without any imagination in the kitchen.
That said, this is really a good book for someone looking for a no nonsense introduction into their kitchen, and emphasizes that good food need not be either expensive or hard to make. Anyone who buys this book really has no excuse for getting pre-made or take out food ever again, the five minute wonder chapter even has recipes that are quicker to prepare than it takes to heat up a jar of "Chicken Tonite"
I hope Jamie succeeds in his quest to get people back into their kitchens eating healthy home made dinners, but, if you have already heeded the call, steer clear.
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46 of 49 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice and simple 30 Jan 2005
By John Kimble VINE™ VOICE
Format:Hardcover
This was the first cook book I'd ever bought for myself, usually I'd have used an old one that was lying around the house, or one of my girlfriends or a recipe of the net, but I decided it was about time I got one for myself.

For me, as a novice cook I found the book easy to follow and easy to understand. He uses ingredients and terminology that I've heard of and that I could easily pick up in a local supermarket. I've only had the book a while and I've already tried quite a few of the recipes with quite a lot of success!

The book itself is split up into several sections, including salads, soups, vegetables, five minute wonders, (meal for one) pasta, meat, fish and desserts. Jamie also outlines recipes for his top ten, which includes roast chicken, fish and chips and apple pie.

I felt the book was very useful, helpful and gave me confidence to try some variations on what was written in it. I'd recommend it for first timers like myself and I'm sure more experienced cooks might gain something from his approach and style to cooking.
Check it out.

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35 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The best one yet 11 Oct 2004
By French girl
Format:Hardcover
I received my copy of Jamie's dinners 2 days ago, and it's been very difficult to put it down! This book is absolutely packed with recipes, tips, and anecdotes - I especially like the one about Jamie's mother putting a note into his lunch box, I'm going to do the same for my son :) Overall, a lot of the cooking is very family oriented, which as a mother of two I can appreciate. The sandwich section is interesting and I like the way a recipe for one thing like pesto is given, and then you're presented with several ideas of ways to use it. And there are several series of preparation photos which will be very useful. I made the tomato soup last night and it was lovely. It seems that Jamie's roast chicken recipe has evolved, and I can't wait to try it out. I would definitely reccommend this book to anyone looking for some kitchen inspiration.
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41 of 45 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the BEST Jamie book to hit the shelves! 5 May 2005
By ooOoo VINE™ VOICE
Format:Hardcover
'Follow Jamie as he takes on arguably his biggest and bravest challenge yet - to uncover the shocking truth about the food our children eat.
Based on his brilliant TV series Jamie proves that children are affected by the food they eat, not just at school - but also at home.
With the busy lives we lead today, it's all too easy to rely on ready-made meals.

'Jamie's Dinners' not only offers 120 quality recipes that use ingredients readily available in any High Street, but also shows how to make a lifestyle choice that will have a beneficial effect on every member of the family.
The politicians were convinced by Jamie's evidence and we think you will be too!'

Having a number of worried Mums in my social circle, this book has become a must-have especially after the devastating news portrayed by the TV series of the same name.
Most were intrigued by the JO theory that children will eat the food if it is nicely presented and frankly, if there is nothing else for 'Tea'!
This is a well-written, book packed full of tasty treats, including 'Pasta Bianco and Roast Chicken' which got rave reviews from the children at a recent cook-night!

The overall opinion was that this book breaks the mould, with most 'celeb chefs' assuming that we are all 'practical', in the kitchen.
You don't feel this with Jamie - even the least confident cooks have found great new ideas and put them to the test.
Best of all, the children themselves have got involved and eaten their own end-product!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Great!
Great -just what I wanted, interesting recipes, clear instructions , enticing photography. Makes cooking not quite so much a chore !
Published 2 months ago by maggie
5.0 out of 5 stars Jamie's Dinner
This was a great gift for an aspiring cook who is just starting out. Already tried a couple of recipes - great for all the family.
Published 2 months ago by Laws
3.0 out of 5 stars cooking
recipes are okay but not something that can be whipped up for the kids in 10 minutes by the normal human being.
Published 4 months ago by dave mc carthy
5.0 out of 5 stars Jamie is the best !
Jamie Oliver is the best cook ever ! His books are so easy to follow and easy to cook ! I just love using his recipies !
Published 4 months ago by Benedict Kanai
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing recipes
Whatever I had cooked from this book is amazing. Easy to follow, easy to find what you are looking for.
Published 5 months ago by Effie
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic family recipes, with Jamie's easy-to-follow style.
I love this recipe book and I have been using it for years. It has some family classics - stews, pies, soups that I make time and time again and they are always great. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Balancedreviewer
2.0 out of 5 stars Not recommended for beginners
I thought that this was going to be helpful to a beginner cook with a tight budget, but I found that some of the recipes were a little demanding and featured some more expensive... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Catherine Carfrae
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book - everything just works!
I've had this book for a couple of years and would recommend it to anyone looking for a variety of dishes, from staples like lasagne to scallops with coconut & chilli. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Lexi Leven
5.0 out of 5 stars Good
A superb story!! If you buy this you will not be disappointed. One of the best reads in a long time!!
Published 12 months ago by SLASH
5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should have this!
Great, simple-to-follow recipes. a wide range of dishes to try. Best thing for me is that Jamie tells you how you can play with a recipe to give it different flavours, or to use... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Pentastic
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