Thursday, April 23, 2009

A Yummy Find!

Do you remember, by any chance, when I posted HERE about the Quilter's Kitchen by Jennifer Chiaverini? I had just made this really yummy pork dish--


I've since made the dish a couple more times, and it's always excellent! Well when I was at the thrift store the other day, I came across another copy of the book, so I quickly snapped it up. It's filled with recipes that are strung together by the story of one of the newest members of the Elm Creek Quilters, a woman who was brought on to cook for the staff and retreat-goers.

Would you like to win it? If you like the Elm Creek/Chiaverini books, like to cook, and don't already have a copy, please leave me a comment, and I'll put you in the drawing. I'll pick a winner on Saturday night. Good luck!
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69 comments:

  1. AnonymousApril 22, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Hi Kim --

    I could certainly use this cookbook! I am sick and tired of cooking the same old thing. Your dish looks absolutely yummy!

    Claudine

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  2. ramewelambApril 23, 2009 at 1:51 AM

    Would love to have a "new" cookbook. Enjoy cooking new dishes for the family when they come home to the ranch in Petaluma. -e

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  3. LaurezApril 23, 2009 at 4:12 AM

    What a find! Would love to add it to my kitchen!!
    Laurez/NJ/whaeser1@aol.com

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  4. MarjApril 23, 2009 at 4:41 AM

    I would love to get a tried and proven cook book. Your pork dish looks great.....Marj

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  5. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 4:51 AM

    I would love to have a new cookbook. I get so tired of fixing the same old things.

    Linda Z

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  6. CindyApril 23, 2009 at 4:56 AM

    That pork dish looks so yummy. I need to start making some new dishes besides that same boring things I make every day. I would love to win a new cookbook.

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  7. Nancy Near PhiladelphiaApril 23, 2009 at 5:01 AM

    Oh, Kim, please enter me in your drawing! I'm so tired of the same old same old, and any cookbook connected with quilting just HAS to be wonderful!

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  8. BonnieApril 23, 2009 at 5:03 AM

    ME, me! Waving from the east coast. New cookbook would be fun to have. Thanks. Bonnie

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  9. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 5:16 AM

    I have read a couple of her books, and I really enjoyed them. This sounds very good and I always like to try fast and easy dishes. Thank You, Ratnay1

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  10. NormaApril 23, 2009 at 5:20 AM

    Love to cook, love to read anything about quilts so I qualify. Thank you for sharing your find with us, the pork dish looks wonderful.

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  11. PunkiePie (Jen)April 23, 2009 at 5:21 AM

    I haven't read her books (in the conventional way) but I've listened to a few on audio CDs. I could use a hard copy and the cookbook sounds fun!

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  12. Sandy from ThimbleberriesApril 23, 2009 at 5:33 AM

    When my best friend, from seventh grade, and I get together we try different recipes and rate them. I love cookbooks. I would love to win this one, so the next time my friend comes to Sacramento or I go to Napa I would be able to try the recipes. Please enter me.

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  13. Kim HApril 23, 2009 at 5:39 AM

    Your pork dish looks yummy. Would love to win the book and try this one at home. Please enter me in the drawing.

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  14. Mary on Lake PulaskiApril 23, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    Oo la la....good food and quilting...life doesn't get any better than that! You sure know how to check out all the nooks and crannies, don't you Kim?

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  15. AmyApril 23, 2009 at 5:51 AM

    I just finished Jennifer's "Circle of Quilters" where new cook Anna was introduced! I'd love to read more about her and try her recipes!

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  16. BronwynApril 23, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    I would dearly love to win the book. Its not for me but my girlfriend who is a huge fan of the Elm Creek series and she doesn't have this book (did a little detective work today). If I win it for her she can have me over for dinner. He he he

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  17. MJinMichiganApril 23, 2009 at 6:07 AM

    I would LOVE to win her book so I can try the recipes. That pork dish looks yummy and I haven't read that book yet.

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  18. marjayApril 23, 2009 at 6:22 AM

    Here I am sitting in France just craving some American type dishes...so yes, would love, love, love to win this book. Will keep my fingers crossed.

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  19. AnitaApril 23, 2009 at 6:39 AM

    The picture of the pork dish on your blog does look really yummy. The book sounds really nice and chocked full of good recipes. thanks!

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  20. UnknownApril 23, 2009 at 6:59 AM

    always looking for something different to cook. and what would be better than a cookbook with quilting stories thrown in??

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  21. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 7:00 AM

    Oh, Kim I would love to read this book! Love your blog and check it out every morning with my coffee. thanks for all the great ideas and quilts.

    Lizzie

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  22. MaryApril 23, 2009 at 7:05 AM

    A new cookbook! That would be great. Thanks for thinking about us and giving us an opportunity to share the recipes.
    Mary

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  23. UrsulaApril 23, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    Pick Me! I would love a new cook book. Always looking for a new one to try . Also would like to say I really enjoy reading your blog. Wish I had some of your energy.

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  24. DAWNApril 23, 2009 at 7:15 AM

    Yes, I would love to have that cookbook! Thanks!

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  25. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 8:12 AM

    I love the Elm Creek Quilters series. I have yet to read this one, so to win it would be wonderful ++! That dish looks so very delicious! ~Jan

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  26. OrcsmomApril 23, 2009 at 8:20 AM

    Hey Kim,
    Please put me in for the cooking. It would go great with my 150+ collection!

    Pam

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  27. Lady of the ClothApril 23, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    I have only rad one of her books and when I get to the bottom of the books I have here at home I need to check this one out, I'm like some of the other people who have commented in that I get in a rut with my cooking. It seems like I cook the same things day in and day out.

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  28. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    Would love to win! Thanks for having the drawing :o)

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  29. MarielApril 23, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    I would love to win the cookbook! I have read all her books but this one. Please pick me, please, please. I love your blog and read it daily.

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  30. DellaApril 23, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    Throw my name in there please. I love this series.

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  31. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    Please add my name in the drawing. I'm always amazed at the generousity of you talented bloggers!

    Donna
    knightdomino@yahoo.com

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  32. SherriApril 23, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    It's always fun to get a new cookbook! And I love the series...have all read but the two most recent books! How thoughtful of you to pick up that book knowing someone would love it!

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  33. TerryApril 23, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    I love her books! And I'd love to win this one! Thanks so much! :0)

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  34. DawnApril 23, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    I have read a few of her books and love them! Yes, I would love a chance win a copy of this one. I am looking for new recipes!!

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  35. CandaceApril 23, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    Kim - you're so sweet to always be on the lookout for us! Thanks for entering me!
    Cheers!

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  36. MarshaApril 23, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    I would love to win this cookbook. You have the same blog background I am using right now.

    Marsha

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  37. sewprimitive karenApril 23, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    Don't have that cookbook. If it has recipes that are like what you cooked there that looks so delicious, I'd like to win please!

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  38. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    I LOVE the Elm Creek Quilters series of books! Wow, that looks so yummy. Please enter me in the drawing. Thanks for the chance.
    Pam
    pam1228@aol.com

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  39. JoyceApril 23, 2009 at 2:01 PM

    Please add me to your drawing. I have read all the Elm Creek books, but dont remember this one. How did I miss it? Thanks, Kim

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  40. MinniestitchesApril 23, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    Mmmmmmmmmmm quilting and cooking what more could a girl want! Please include me in the draw. Thanks

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  41. scottyloverApril 23, 2009 at 4:56 PM

    I love her books and would love to have a copy! I shop thrift stores mostly for my books and never find any of hers. You have some awesome stores there from what I can tell!

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  42. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    I would like to win this book. You can't have too many cookbooks and the food you show us always looks so good.

    Melinda

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  43. secondofwettApril 23, 2009 at 6:17 PM

    I just went to the library today looking for more Elm Creek books.....alas the only one they had I have already read. I would really treasure this book if you picked me,...please.... :0)

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  44. Cathy MApril 23, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    Double the fun. Not only do I love cookbooks but I absolutely love all the Jennifer Chiavirini books. Nothing could be better than a story about quilters. I only wish I had an old manor house to create my own retreat.

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  45. Lynne in HawaiiApril 23, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    Count me in! Anything food or quilting!

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  46. AllisonApril 23, 2009 at 7:04 PM

    Hi,
    I would love a chance to win the book.

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  47. ChrisApril 23, 2009 at 7:36 PM

    Pick me! Pick me! I love food! (Obviously, or I wouldn't be so fat!)

    Thanks, Chris in Sac

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  48. AnonymousApril 23, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    How fun. I would love to have some new recipies.

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  49. BarbApril 23, 2009 at 8:22 PM

    I luv all of those things--and I would luv to have some new recipes that we would all enjoy! Great combination--story, recipes and quilting! Count me in!

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  50. AnnmarieApril 23, 2009 at 9:17 PM

    That picture of the pork recipe makes me want to win the cookbook. I'm always looking for new recipes & to be quilted related would be divine!

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  51. SheriApril 23, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    I love the series but don't have the cookbook. Count me in!

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  52. dianneApril 23, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    you DO find lots of good stuff at the thrift store! i've read the first 6 books in the Elm Creek series - they came as samplers, three books published in one volume (times two) ... i love a good read.

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  53. LisaApril 23, 2009 at 10:34 PM

    I would LOVE the cookbook ... your pork dish looks so YUMMY!

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  54. Julia from ThimbleberriesApril 23, 2009 at 11:25 PM

    You just never know what you will find at the thrift store. I had to get the book out from the library, where it also needed to be returned!

    I'll hope to be picked!

    Just wanted to comment on the Back home quilt. I am making mine on my own...no class. I have stopped where I am because I havent made some decisions. I am changing it too. I have all the stuff and am finding it a bit busy for my taste. I am thinking that it mightnot be as big as it was meant to be, but if you have taught me anything, it really is okay to make changes and make a quilt really yours.

    Julia

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  55. Shirley--Knot-y Embroidery LadyApril 24, 2009 at 12:43 AM

    Hi there - checked out the ellery fabric line and it is very nice. I love your block. Please enter me in your drawing - I would love to win the cookbook. Thanks for the opportunity. I picked up your Cheery Delight and hope to work on it next week.

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  56. RobinApril 24, 2009 at 3:26 AM

    Oooh, pick me! Are there vegetarian dishes, too? No matter, DH is a carnivore, so the book will be well-used...

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  57. MamApril 24, 2009 at 4:12 AM

    Just what I need, another cookbook! What the hey, enter my name please. Love your blog.

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  58. Marylin TuckerApril 24, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    Kim,
    I would love to have a copy of this cook book. I'm so tired of the same old cooking all the time. I'm ready for something new. I love seeing what you are up to and enjoy the reads. Happy Quilting Marylin Tucker

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  59. TeresaApril 24, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Geez..I wish our thrift store had nice finds like you come across. They are mostly just clothes and old shoes. I would love to win this book!!! Please count me in.

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  60. GreenmareApril 24, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    wow I checked in just in time didn't I? I love the Elm Creek Books, and I love cooking! which is about all I can do right now with only one arm. yes, whining again.......... so PICK ME!!!

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  61. lifewithquadsApril 24, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    I'm not familiar with the books, but I can say that I love to read and I love to cook. I'm always on the lookout for new recipes to try so this would be great! Thanks for offering it up.

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  62. Jessica WhiteApril 24, 2009 at 4:56 PM

    Love to read, love to cook, love to quilt, would love to be entered...

    Thanks.

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  63. maryApril 24, 2009 at 11:30 PM

    Hi Kim
    My husband would sure like that meal, so even if i dont win is there anyway i can get the recipe

    Thanks
    Mary

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  64. Rita E in AZApril 25, 2009 at 3:47 AM

    I would like to win this prize. I am reading my first Jennifer Chiaverini book from the library and I am so enjoying it.
    Rita E in AZ
    requilt (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  65. AnonymousApril 25, 2009 at 5:41 AM

    Love those books and do not have that one. I enjoy your blog also.
    Frances
    frances.campbell@ns.sympatico.ca

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  66. ytsmomApril 25, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    Kim, I would love that book. I love the series and love to cook. Thanks for having this giveaway!

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  67. BethApril 25, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    Hi Kim! I'm always looking for good recipes and what better way to find them than during a quilty book :) Please pick me!!!

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  68. AnonymousApril 25, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    Oh, I'm the one who asked you to send me that recipe for the pork! I've also made it several times and we love it! It is about as close to going back to Germany as I'll ever get! I'd love a copy of this book!!

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  69. BJApril 25, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    Oh, I would love this book! Hope I'm not too late....it's only 5:45 where you are!

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