If you came over from my Adopt A Gluten-Free Blogger post, you saw critiques and photos of a few variations of Pete and Kelli Bronski’s recipes (homemade pasta with shrimp marinara sauce and brownies) that I’ve made. It’s been about a year ago now that Pete told me that they would be publishing a cookbook in the fall. He asked if I’d be willing to give it an early review and give away a copy. Of course, I jumped at the chance!
Several months later, the draft version of their cookbook, Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking, arrived at my door. I sat down and quickly zipped through it. Then I read it again slowly. Finally, I went through it looking for recipes that I really wanted to make. Oh, there were so many.
I waited patiently for the published copy to arrive. Here’s the cool thing … my review of their cookbook is right inside the front cover! I feel very special to be included in the review of this incredible cookbook and to be in the company of the other individuals who reviewed Pete and Kelli’s book.
You know how we all tend to have a standby cookbook that we rely on the most …from making basic recipes to making special occasion recipes? It’s the cookbook that looks pretty beaten up because it’s been used and abused so often. Well, Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking is the gluten-free version of that prized cookbook.
It features over 250 recipes and they run the gamut from delicious appetizers to creative salads to savory soups to entrees of every description (and from around the globe) to amazing desserts (45 in all!). Add to that the great resource info included in this cookbook (e.g., “the essential gluten-free kitchen” section), their signature six-ingredient flour mix, and the personal, but brief, vignettes that Pete and Kelli share with every recipe, and you have a new cookbook that you will spill flour on, splash sauce on, and most of all, treasure.
Here are some photos of the recipes I just made from Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking.
My review on the inside of the front cover (did I say that already? LOL) reads as follows:
“Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking is a true delight. It’s filled with uncomplicated recipes you’ll want to make—whether you eat gluten free or not. But, my favorite aspect is that the authors share their history with each dish … like homemade French fries using mom’s method; a unique scallop dish first tasted when dining out, now improved and shared annually with college friends; or a lemon-syrup infused poppy seed bread inspired by a vendor from the local farmer’s market. We all have those histories, don’t we? Great food is about so much more than the food itself. You’ll want this cookbook on your kitchen shelf, so you can create your own memories with these dishes.”
Steve, Gluten-Free Steve, to his readers—and one of my best blogging buddies—had this review (on the back of the book!) to share:
“This book is inspiring, personable, friendly, and makes you want to cook. You’ll want to go to Peter and Kelli’s for dinner, too. Recipes are easy, and not intimidating.”
One of my super favorite people and bloggers, Melissa, who writes Gluten Free for Good, had the following to say inside the cover:
“Like no other gluten-free cookbook, Pete and Kelli’s Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking, touches on the essential elements of why food, culinary culture, and family traditions are so important. What we eat is part of who we are. When a diagnosis of celiac disease or gluten sensitivity forces us to eliminate a key ingredient, preparing our favorite meals can become difficult and frustrating. This book reminds us that all we need are fresh, wholesome ingredients and a little creative guidance. Thank you, Pete and Kelli, for providing that guidance. The principles of good cooking, complete with mouth-watering recipes, are woven throughout the pages of this book. Oh, and they just happen to be deliciously gluten-free!”
Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking was briefly critiqued in this month’s Living Without magazine under the label of “Homemade Goodness.” The review went on to describe this cookbook as “a beautiful book with this delicious message: food should be fresh, recipes should be simple, meals should be made from scratch, and food should taste good. Love to entertain? With plenty of outstanding recipes, from simple lobster to elegant bruschetta, this cookbook is your ticket to success. The Bronskis’ delightful potpourri of international dishes is a feast for the eyes and the stomach.”
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. The winner is Jenn of Jenn Cuisine (sadly, this site is no longer active)—congrats, Jenn! Special thanks to Pete and Kelli Bronski (No Gluten, No Problem) for graciously providing their cookbook for this event. Thanks also to everyone else for taking the time to enter. Stay tuned for more great giveaways that fit the gfe approach! If you are still interested in ordering Artisanal Gluten Free Cooking, you can do so here. (Note: There is an updated and expanded version of this cookbook, Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking: 275 Great-Tasting, From-Scratch Recipes from Around the World, Perfect for Every Meal and for Anyone on a Gluten-Free … Even Those Who Aren’t—which obviously means it’s even better now!—so I’ve shared the link to that.)
Shirley
Not just gf, but gfe!
Full disclosure: I was provided a complimentary copy of Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking in exchange for my review prior to its release. In addition, the copy being offered in this giveaway was also provided by the authors, Pete and Kelli Bronski. However, I was not paid to write this review and the opinions expressed here (unless otherwise noted) are my own.
Originally published April 3, 2010; updated December 20, 2023.
Theresa says
Wow! Looks like a great cookbook! I would so enter this competition, but I suppose it isn’t open to people from New Zealand! 🙂
I love your blog, it’s such a joy to see how other gluten free people have fun cooking – I love reading Gfree blogs like yours and I really, really love reading Gfree cookbooks!
Shirley says
Hi Theresa!–Thanks so much for the extremely kind words and welcome to gfe. 🙂 You’re entered! There are no location requirements. I can’t wait to check out your blog later. Love the URL! Yes, it’s great to read other gluten-free blogs … sort of like hanging out with friends, isn’t it? Comfortable and enjoyable!
Shirley
scrapper al says
This looks like a wonderful cookbook. Thanks for the chance to win a copy. Enjoy your vacation!
Shirley says
Hi scrapper al–Nice to see you! 🙂 Bext of luck in the giveaway and thanks very much for the good wishes on my vacation. I actually just had a “planning” lunch with the girls; anticipation is almost as fun as the vacation itself. 😉
Thanks!
Shirley
Magess says
I don’t own any gluten-free cookbooks yet. This sounds like one I should definitely look up, though.
Shirley says
Hi Magess–It’s good to see you again here at gfe! This would be a great cookbook to add to your collection. 🙂 Good luck!
Shirley
Katrina (gluten free gidget) says
I want to join the pasta making challenge, and I want to win this cookbook! It sounds brilliant!
Shirley says
Hi Katrina–Oh, yes, please join in on the pasta challenge … I bet you’ll love it so much that you’ll start making pasta all the time. Thanks for all your entries and good luck on the giveaway for this fabulous cookbook! 🙂
Shirley
Katrina (gluten free gidget) says
I subscribe via Google Reader
Katrina (gluten free gidget) says
I facebooked! http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?ref=profile&id=5112551
Katrina (gluten free gidget) says
I follow you on twitter now.
Katrina (gluten free gidget) says
I just became a facebook fan.
Katrina (gluten free gidget) says
I commented on the Adopt a GF Blogger post!
barb says
I subscribe by reader and the book looks very interesting!
Shirley says
Hi barb–Welcome to gfe! Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking is such a wonderful cookbook. Best of luck to you in the giveaway. 🙂
Shirley
Angela says
Yummy this sounds great!
Shirley says
Hi Angela–So nice to see you again! 🙂 Thanks so much for all your entries … best of luck to you! 😉
Shirley
Angela says
You’re subscribed in my feed readers.
Wendy says
sounds like a Great cookbook!!
Wendy says
I’m already subscribed to your feed, I read all of your post!!
nina says
It looks like a great book!
Shirley says
Hi nina–It’s great to see you again. 🙂 Thanks so much for all your entries! Good luck to you …
Shirley
nina says
Subscribed via RSS.
Wendy says
I just started a new page on my blog dedicated to great giveaways people may be interested in, and this is the first one featured.
http://glutenfreegreenie.blogspot.com/p/new-giveaways.html
Shirley says
Wendy–How very cool! Thanks so much for the shout out this way … I feel special. 🙂
Shirley
Wendy says
I follow you on twitter.
I’m 1artsychick
Wendy says
I’m following you on facebook now.
Wendy says
Retweeted about the giveaway!
Wendy says
I read adopt a GF blogger and posted a comment, I read No Gluten, No Problem and posted a comment.
I also follow No Gluten, No Problem.
Somehow that should fulfill no. 8 🙂
Wendy says
I also left a post about No Gluten, No Problem
Here:
http://www.blogger.com/page-edit.g?blogID=3600646860727433044&pageID=1470679275389585037
Cathy says
I really enjoy when your email comes as I love everything about it. Like the looks of this cookbook too and could really use all the help I can get. I appreciate all the hard work that is put into these giveaways. thanks. Enjoy your getaway!
Cathy says
I have already subscribed to your feed and really enjoy it. Thanks.
Shirley says
Hi Cathy–So good to see you again! Your sweet words truly made my day. Best of luck on this giveaway. 🙂
Shirley
Alta says
Woohoo! This book is on my Amazon Wish List, but it’d be awesome if I won!
Alta says
I subscribe to your blog!
Alta says
I follow you on Twitter!
Alta says
I tweeted about this giveaway too!
Amy @ Simply Sugar & Gluten Free says
I am so happy that you got to review this book, Shirley! Wow – exciting to have your words published.
Shirley says
Hi Amy–Thank you, dear! It’s such an honor to have my review in this great cookbook. 🙂 Thanks for all your entries, especially the announcement in your post! Good luuuuck …
Shirley
Amy @ Simply Sugar & Gluten Free says
I follow you on Twitter.
Amy @ Simply Sugar & Gluten Free says
I subscribe to your feed.
Amy @ Simply Sugar & Gluten Free says
My post that will go up tonight includes info about this contest.
Amy @ Simply Sugar & Gluten Free says
I just became a GFE fan…need to get that going for SS&GF!!
Neva says
Looks like a great book, always looking for new recipes. Also a fan of your FB page.
Shirley says
Hey Neva–Good to see you here at gfe again! Best of luck in the giveaway of this wonderful cookbook! 🙂
Shirley
Annette says
Can’t wait to get the book!
Shirley says
Hi Annette–It looks like you are new here at gfe … welcome! 🙂 Best of luck to you. 😉
Shirley
Tara McGinnis says
I want to be entered in the contest, I WOULD LOVE TO WIN THIS COOKBOOK! Go Gluten-Free!
Shirley says
Nice to see you again, Tara. 🙂 LOVE your enthusiasm! 😉 Cheers are always appreciated here at gfe. Good luck!
Shirley
Tara McGinnis says
I’m a facebook fan!
Tara McGinnis says
I follow you on twitter
Tara McGinnis says
I’m already subscribed by email. Thanks!
DeannaS says
This book sounds great!
Shirley says
Hi Deanna–Welcome to gfe! Thanks so much for your entries … best of luck to you! 😉
Shirley
DeannaS says
Oh, and I followed you on twitter, too.
DeannaS says
I am subscribed via RSS, as well.
Kathleen says
Can’t wait to see this cookbook! Thanks for the chance to win one.
Shirley says
Welcome to gfe, Kathleen. 🙂 Good luck to you … the winner will be happy for sure!
Shirley
John @ Wise Finish says
I am leaving a comment to enter!
Shirley says
Hi there, John–Welcome to gfe. 🙂 Thanks so much for your entries … good luck!
Shirley
John @ Wise Finish says
I subscribed to your feed!
Dee says
I’d love to give this cookbook to my SIL!
Shirley says
Hi Dee–Looks like you are a Dee who’s new to gfe–welcome! It’s so nice when folks are trying to win a giveaway to help others. Best of luck to you! 🙂
Shirley
Castal says
I love the photos of the noodles… I must have them!
Shirley says
Hi Castal–LOL … I completely understand your comment. 😉 Best of luck in the giveaway! So nice to see you at gfe again. 🙂
Shirley
Lindsay says
Hi! This bool looka AMAAAAAZING!! thanks for offering it as a giveaway! We ALL need one of those cookbooks that serves as our very own standby for everything, and i have been in search of one ever since i have gone GF, Thanks again!
Shirley says
Hi Lindsay–The pasta is sooo good! I think everyone who has this cookbook on their shelf will be surprised by how many delicious recipes they can make from it. 🙂 Great to see you again … best of luck!
Shirley
Lindsay says
I subscribe to your posts on Google reader
Lindsay says
I am also one of your fans on FaceBook!
Lindsay says
I just finished leaving a note on your pos about Adopt a Glutn free Blogger
Michele says
Your pictures alone make me wish I had this cookbook!! Thanks for the chance to enter.
Shirley says
Hi Michele–Thank you and so nice to see you again! 🙂 Best of luck to you in the giveaway. 😉
Shirley
Cara says
Now following you on twitter!
Cara says
And just tweeted 🙂
Cara says
I am not gluten-free, but I have plenty of friends who are and I really appreciate learning new ways to cook things that all of us can enjoy. This cookbook sounds perfect!
Shirley says
Hi Cara–Nice to see you again. 🙂 Never a need to be gluten free to enjoy gluten-free recipes or share them with your gf friends. Good luck to you!
Shirley
Beverly says
Hello! Thanks for another opportunity to win a cookbook! 🙂
Shirley says
Hi Beverly–Nice to see you again! Thanks to Pete and Kelli for graciously offering their great cookbook. 🙂 Thanks for your entries. By the way, if one already subscribes, is a fan, etc. (which I believe is true for you), just make a separate comment for each to get additional entries; e.g., “I subscribe to your blog.” “I am a fan on Facebook.” I appreciate your support to gfe and want to give you maximum chances! 😉
Shirley
Beverly says
I posted a message on my Facebook page about this give-a-way. 🙂
Jazz Vered says
I just started using Twitter to comment on gluten free dining experiences in New Orleans. I’m also starting to blog about my experiences here. It seems that the more we put the word out the better things keep getting for us. I value peer reviews such as yours and cannot wait to get my hands on a practical gluten free cookbook.
I now follow you on Twitter – and commented about you.
Twitter: @GlutenFreeNOLA and @GFNOLA_Recipes
Shirley says
Hi Jazz–Welcome to gfe, the blogosphere, and social networking! 🙂 Thanks so much for the follows and the tweets … much appreciated! I’m so glad you found the review of Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking helpful. Next time you comment, be sure to include your blog URL in your info so folks can check it out.
Best of luck in the giveaway! 😉
Shirley
Chelsey says
Oh Shirley, I can’t beleive you made homemade pasta! So cool. And it looks easy. I couldn’t see any sticking on your counter either. AMAZING! I am signing up for your RSS (I’m always checking your blog anywho).
Guess what I’m making tomorrow? Your pound cake! But I’m converting it into muffins and adding raspberries. After reading Alta’s post I have got to try it! TTL 🙂
Shirley says
Hi, dear Chelsey!–Some of the dough did stick to the counter, but a little flour mix did the trick. And, you actually clean off the counter before you roll out the dough. 😉 I can’t wait to try the recipe again to make sure it wasn’t a fluke. LOL
Thanks for subscribing to my feed. If you want a separate entry for that, you need to add another comment saying, “I subscribe to your feed.” I go by the total no. of comments and then the comment number using the random number generator, so I can’t pull out multiple entries from one comment. Hope that makes sense. I want you to have as many entries as possible! Likewise, if you already follow me, are a fan, etc., you should enter those as separate comments.
Pound cake muffins?! Hmmm, pound cake can be dense and heavy. I sure hope they worked. The flavor with raspberries would be wonderful! 🙂
Shirley
Jessica says
I love sites like yours full of recipes but don’t have any gfcf cookbooks yet. Thanks for the opportunity to win one!
Shirley says
Hi Jessica–Nice to see you again! 🙂 Thanks so much for the kind words … such feedback always makes blogging worthwhile, and I sincerely appreciate it. Although Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking is not a gfcf cookbook per se, it does include naturally dairy-free recipes and others that can be adapted to be both gf and cf.
Best of luck in the giveaway! 😉
Shirley
Deb says
Already a Fan on Facebook but I shared the link for this giveaway. I have been gluten free since last July and have just gotten in to “cooking.” Your cookbook would be a very welcome addition to my small cookbook library 🙂
Shirley says
Hi Deb–I don’t think you’ve commented before … welcome to gfe! 🙂 Thanks so much for sharing the link. Make sure to write separate comments for each of those to get additional entries.
Like you, it took me a while to really get into gluten-free cooking … well, at least the baking part. I loved baking and was so uncertain about doing it gluten free. It turns out that it’s not hard at all. 😉
Good luck to you in the giveaway!
Shirley
summar ann says
i have been trying to getting this book from the library for ages but its always out!!!! i would love to have my own copy.
Shirley says
Hi summar ann–Now that’s an endorsement! The word must be spreading about Pete and Kelli’s wonderful book! 🙂
Remember to get all your entries … make another comment if you are a fan/friend on Facebook, follow me on Twitter, etc. One entry for each. Even comment on the other post, too, and report back here that you did. Maximum entries means a better chance of winning! Best of luck in the giveaway! 😉
Shirley
Anna says
what a great book with easy and tasty ideas! thanks for the giveaway!
Shirley says
Thanks for all the entries, Anna! Good luck to you! 🙂
Shirley
Anna says
i’m also a follower of your blog through my reader!
Anna says
in addition, i just read your post on pete and kelli “adopt a gluten-free blogger” – how inspiring!
thanks!
stephanie @ glutenfreebynature says
Hi Shirley!
What a fantastic line up of dishes you made. I have been meaning to make Pete’s baguette recipe and I just haven’t gotten around to it. I was so excited to see Living Without mention their cookbook. They are such a lovely couple – and that Marin is a cutie pie.
Well, I think I count for 3 entries because I subscribe to your feed, follow you on Twitter and left a comment here. Here’s hoping I am lucky enough to win this lovely book !
xo
STephanie
Shirley says
Hey Stephanie–Thanks! Pete and Kelli have some wonderful recipes, don’t they? That baguette was on my short list, but in the end I went with recipes for which I had the ingredients on hand. The Bronskis are all great. The Living Without mention was well deserved!
To get all three entries, you must enter a comment for each (as I go by total number of comments to let the random number generator choose). So you’d enter two more comments, one like “I subscribe” and another “I follow you on Twitter.” Sorry that I can’t do it another way.
Thanks for entering the giveaway! 🙂
Shirley
Mona says
The book sounds and looks great. Yummy 🙂
Shirley says
Hi Mona–So nice to see you again! 🙂 Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Shirley
Mona says
Already a subscriber via e-mail.
Jenn says
This looks like a really cool cookbook to try!
Shirley says
Hi Jenn–Yes, it is a cool cookbook! I love cookbooks that really “speak” to you. I think you’d really enjoy using it. 🙂 Thanks so much for all your entries.
Shirley
Jenn says
I subscribe to your rss 🙂
Jenn says
And I follow you on twitter 🙂
Friend says
Please enter me into the drawing for the cookbook.
Shirley says
Hi Friend–Welcome to gfe! 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by and entering the giveaway!
Shirley
Neva says
Can hardly wait to get a copy, one way or another, need more reciepes for family members
Shirley says
Hi Neva–Good to see you again! 🙂 Yes, it’s a cookbook that you’ll want on your shelf!
Shirley
Laura says
I subscribed to your site.. was already visiting often! SOunds like a great book!
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Shirley says
Hi Laura–Even though you’ve been visiting often (thank you for that!), it looks like you are new to commenting. So let me officially welcome you to gfe! 🙂 It’s especially great to see another gluten-free blogger. Can’t wait to check out your blog, Gluten-Free Lake County Illinois. I’m wondering where Lake County Illinois is … I’ve only been to the Chicago area, Rend Lake, and points in between the two.
Thanks for entering the giveaway!
Shirley
Laura says
following you on twitter!
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Laura says
tweeted about eh giveaway! If O don’t win I may just go out and buy this book!
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Chelsey says
O.k. I am following you on twitter!
Shirley says
Hi Chelsey–Thanks for all your entries! 🙂
Shirley
Chelsey says
So happy to see you on facebook 🙂
Chelsey says
…And as I mentioned above I subscribed to your RSS
Jennifer R. says
I would love this cookbook — as I love adding to my collection of gluten free cookbooks 🙂
Shirley says
Hi Jennifer!–It’s so wonderful that so many terrific gluten-free cookbooks have come out the last several months! Thanks for your entries. 😉
Shirley
Jennifer R. says
I am subscribed to your blog 🙂
Jennifer R. says
I am a fan of gfe on fb too 🙂
Ali @ The Whole Life Nutrition Kitchen says
Shirley –
I have heard great things about this book but I don’t own a copy, at least not yet. Please enter me in the drawing! Thanks! 🙂
I’m already a subscriber and a fan on facebook AND twitter! 🙂
Shirley says
Hi Ali–I’m so sorry, but the giveaway closed Sunday night. It’s a terrific cookbook with a wide variety of great recipes though. Hope you’ll get a copy. 🙂
Shirley
Lauren says
MMmmm everything looks sooo good
Shirley says
Hi Lauren–Looks like you’re new to gfe–welcome! Glad you like the delicious food I made using Pete and Kelli’s book and blog. Both are terrific resources!
Thanks so much,
Shirley
Laura says
Tried the GF Chocolate chip cookies from this recipe today with great disappointment. Followed the recipe and directions completely and I am sad to say they came out powdery and stuck to the non greased bakers secret pan like glue. I hope the bread I am working on comes up better.
Shirley says
Hi Laura–I’m afraid I don’t know what you are talking about as there is no chocolate chip cookie recipe in this post or mentioned here. Nor am I sure what bread recipe you are speaking of.
Shirley