Has anyone got this book? I want to know if it's worth buying or is there something similar out there that I don't know about.

Hi there, I just saw this book on Oprah and was trying to decide myself if I will buy it. on the Oprah website there are some recipes you can print/view for free http://www.oprah.com/foodhome/food/jseinfeld/recipes/jseinfeld_recipes_main.jhtml

here are a couple of recipes I've cut and paste these from another website

I haven't decided if I will buy it - I will have a play with my recipes and come up with a few of my own creations.

SCRAMBLED EGGS

Hidden cauliflower puree provides kids with half the daily value for vitamin C. With more than 19 grams of protein per serving, these scrambled eggs pack a powerful protein punch!


INGREDIENTS
2 large eggs
4 large egg whites
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup cauliflower puree
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan
Pinch of salt
Nonstick cooking spray
1 tsp. olive oil

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, sour cream, cauliflower puree, Parmesan and salt.

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray, then set the pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil. Add the egg mixture, reduce the heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently with a silicone spatula, until the eggs are scrambled—firm but nice and moist—2 to 3 minutes.

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PANCAKES WITH SWEET POTATO

Sweet potato puree both sweetens and boosts the nutrition of this simple, quick breakfast.


INGREDIENTS
1 cup water
1/2 cup sweet potato puree
1/4 tsp. cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice (optional)
1 cup pancake mix
Nonstick cooking spray
1 Tbsp. canola or vegetable oil
Pure maple syrup, for serving

In a large bowl, mix the water, sweet potato puree, and cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, if using. Add the pancake mix and stir just to combine—the batter should be lumpy.

Coat a griddle or large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set it over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil, and spoon the batter onto the griddle or pan, using 1/4 cup batter for each pancake.

Cook until bubbles form on top of the pancakes and the batter is set, 2 to 3 minutes. Then use a spatula to flip the pancakes and cook them until golden brown on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes

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MACARONI AND CHEESE

leave a box of store-bought macaroni and cheese out on the counter and the kids naturally assume….


INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
Nonstick cooking spray
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 cup nonfat (skim) milk
1/2 cup butternut or cauliflower puree
1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (about 8 oz.)
4 oz. (almost 1/4 cup) reduced-fat or nonfat cream cheese
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. paprika
1/8 tsp. pepper

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain in a colander.

While the macaroni is cooking, coat a large saucepan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add the oil, then the flour, and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture resembles a thick paste but has not browned, 1 to 2 minutes.

Add the milk and cook, stirring every now and then, until the mixture begins to thicken, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the vegetable puree, Cheddar, cream cheese and seasonings and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Stir in the macaroni and serve warm.

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BROWNIES
These brownies fool everyone! You won't believe how scrumptious they are (or how good they are for you) until you make them yourself. Just don't serve them warm—it's not until they're completely cool that the spinach flavor totally disappears.


INGREDIENTS
Nonstick cooking spray
3 oz. semisweet or bittersweet chocolate
1/2 cup carrot puree
1/2 cup spinach puree
1/2 cup firmly packed light or dark brown sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 Tbsp. trans-fat-free soft tub margarine spread
2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 large egg whites
3/4 cup oat flour or all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt

Preheat the oven to 350°. Coat an 8" x 8" baking pan with cooking spray.

Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or over a very low flame.

In a large bowl, combine the melted chocolate, vegetable purees, sugar, cocoa powder, margarine and vanilla and whisk until smooth and creamy, 1 to 2 minutes.

Whisk in egg whites. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt with a wooden spoon.

Pour the batter into the pan and bake 35 to 40 minutes. Cool completely in the pan before cutting into 12 bars.

The vegetables which are used in the free recipes on the Oprah website are below (and throughout the book) - and instructions on prep, cook, puree


BROCCOLI
PREP
Cut into florets.
COOK
Steam for 6 to 7 minutes. Florets should be tender but still bright green (if they turn an olive green color, they're overcooked).
PUREE
In a food processor or blender for about 2 minutes. Add a few teaspoons of water if needed for a smooth, creamy texture.


BUTTERNUT
PREP
Cut off the stem, cut squash in half lengthwise and scrape out seeds.
COOK
Roast the halves of a cookie sheet, flesh-side down, at 400° for 45 to 50 minutes.
PUREE
Scoop out the flesh and puree in a food processor or blender for about 2 minutes.


CARROT
PREP
Peel, trim the ends and cut into 3-inch chunks.
COOK
Steam for 10 to 12 minutes.
PUREE
In a food processor or blender for about 2 minutes, with a few teaspoons of water if needed for a smooth texture.


CAULIFLOWER
PREP
Cut off florets and discard core.
COOK
Steam for 8 to 10 minutes.
PUREE
In a food processor or blender for about 2 minutes, with a few teaspoons of water if needed for a smooth, creamy texture.



SPINACH
PREP
No prep at all for baby spinach. For mature spinach, fold leaves in half lengthwise with the stem outside, then strip the stem off the leaf.
COOK
Steam for 30 to 40 seconds, or cook in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of water for about 90 seconds, or just until wilted.
PUREE
In a food processor or blender for about 2 minutes, until smooth and creamy.

BEETS
PREP
Leave them whole (trim any stems to 1 inch) and unpeeled.
COOK
Wrap in aluminum foil and roast at 400° for about 1 hour (they're done when they can be pierced with the tip of a sharp knife).
PUREE
After peeling, place in a food processor or blender for about 2 minutes.


SWEET POTATOE
PREP
Do not peel. Cut into quarters, if steaming. Leave whole, if roasting.
COOK
Steam for 40 to 45 minutes. Roast at 400° for 50 to 60 minutes.
PUREE
Scoop out the flesh and puree in a food processor or blender.

so has anyone got this book yet? it really lokked great on oprah and rachel ray shows! it is pretty expensive but if it is worth it to get the kids to eat veg all is good.

I got it and must admit haven't made anything yet. I need to get organised to make the purees. There are some yummy cake and brownie recipes with veg in them which are supposed to be nice (I have heard from friends) Some of the savoury stuff I already do, like add veges to pasta and stuff like that. It is a very pretty looking book through and stuff the whole family can eat, which is always a bonus. Doesn't take into consideration food allergies so I usually just modify recipes as my DS is allergic to diary.

I've got it. I was not overly impressed by the receipes but I do think the concept is fantastic. I think you could apply the concept to just your normal every day cooking. For example she hides stuff by matching the colours of the veg with the food your eating. Cauliflour into mashed potatoes or macaroni and cheese. I made the choc chip cookies but instead of chick-peas I grated zuchini and put it in. They were good!!! There is another one called The Sneaky Chef by Missy someone. But I haven't been able to find it in australia. You can get it off Amazon.com but it is from the US. It is cheaper and pretty much the same thing.

I bought the book a few weeks ago and then wondered why. My son isn't fussy about veggies, he's just fussy about eating. She has some good tips on introducing food throughout the meals (ie: carbs last) and admits she likes structure (which I"m not good at). I have made a few recipes, mostly the sweet ones. Zac won't eat them, I love them and so do most other people I give them to. So if you are interested in being healthier yourself it is a good buy I think!