The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids Review – Magical Introduction to Cooking (Recipes)

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Published on Wednesday, 11 October 2023 13:41

Written by Janet Walker

The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids, from Ulysses Press, presents a wickedly mouthwatering condense book of effortless favorite recipes allowing parents to introduce making delicious homecooked meals, from breakfasts to dinner and holiday sweets and treats.

Complied by author Bridget Thoreson, The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids presents an easy to follow, step by step guide, in large print for young readers to begin their culinary journey.

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After "In the Torture Chamber" section, which provides simple safety advice and suggestions as children enter the kitchen realm and begin to mix, pour, and stir potions of delicious concoctions.

Traditional suggestions are passed down through the magical book of cooking spells include making sure your cooking chamber is clean, supplies ready, hands washed, and if using knives for the first time, practice the secret SASS spell: "S-Stop, make sure no one is within arm's reach; A-Away – Cut away from your body and fingers not toward them; S-Sharp – A dull knife is dangerous! A sharp, clean knife is a safer knife. Ask an adult to check the knives before you use them and sharpen any that are dull; S-Store When you're done using a knife, put it away in a sheath or knife block."

Across six main sections including "Common Recipe Terms," "Breakfasts," "Mains," "Sides," "Desserts & Treats," "Drinks," plus 'Conversions" to help budding homeschooled home chefs understand the mathematical differences between measurements, and a "Recipe Index."

Beginning with the most important meal of the day, young culinary wizards, along with their adult companion, can determine which of the breakfast recipes (page 13) appeal to their palates and through the experience level guide featured on every recipe, throughout the guide, a collective decision can be made.

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Pancakes are always a simple recipe for up-and-coming cooks, so "Aralia Berry Jam and Pancakes," (page 14) which includes delicious Blue Berry syrup which can be substituted for traditional maple and other fresh fruit topping allows these young cooks the opportunity to be creative with a recipe that is difficult to ruin.

Another delicious, simple and confidence building recipe "Veggie Egg Cups," (page 18). Filled with veggies, children can practice their knife skills (always in the presence of an adult) to dice the frittata egg mixture. Using a cupcake tin, which most children are familiar with, their understanding of heat reactions in the ingredients and baking shapes will feed (no pun intended) the hearty imagination of a young chef.

The "Mains" section (page 29) and what cooking with kids' guidebook would be complete with pizza? For The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids, Thoreson includes "Harvest Festival Pizza" (page 30) which also includes making the crust, a simple method to help children understand fractions and measurements. Any recipe for pizza can be altered and, like pancakes, difficult to ruin.

Two additional simple recipes that jumped out are "Full Moon Quesadilla," (page 32) with an intermediate experience level, wily wizards can add tacos (recipe not included) or other Mexican sides for a complete sizzling south of the border dinnertime experience.

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For a hearty soup, she includes "Listing Vegan Foods Chili," (page 36), filled with spices and vegetables, this full-bodied, nourishing, and satisfying dish will keep young goblins from complaining of the tummy growls throughout the day.

Other more difficult recipes include "Angelica Leaves Herb Blend and Aged Roast" (page 44) and "Dead Man's Chungs Lamb Rib Chops," (page 40) for a hearty sandwich and a twist on the traditional "Trapped in Salt Corned Beef Grilled Cheese," (page 50), which switches the sauerkraut for a buttery onion and lightly sugar sauté atop the corned beef before adding oozing, dripping molten cheese between two slices of toasted rye. A bewitching treat.

Quick party platters recipes for playdates, slumber parties and movie nights are "Halloween Party Snack Board" (page 49) and "Fresh Faced Cheese Platter," (page 53). The "Side" section (page 59) several selections on the versatile potato from 'Spell for Reuniting Potatoes" (page 60 to "Newt Saliva and Fries (page 69). A unique take on Chickpeas is used for "Petrified Spiders" (page 70) which takes the bland adds spices, mixes, and bakes until crispy, perfect for a party night snack platter.

No witches spell would be complete with a shiny, inviting apple to coax anyone from their path. Desserts and Treats, (page 77) offers the perfect "Poisoned Apple Pie" recipe (page 86). An intermediate level difficulty creating this delicious and alluring treat will bring pleasure and memories.

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Another simple recipe for Halloween parties is "Puritan Hat Cookies," (page 92) a no-bake chocolaty mix of peanut butter cups, M&M's, an upside-down fudge cookie and a dab of buttercream frosting (homemade or prepared). A sinfully, delicious, and delectable chocolate treat. Scrumptious!

Tempting and irresistible The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids provides more than 50 recipes with accompanying pictures along with an overview of each recipe including serving size, prep time and cook time.

Author Bridget Thoreson clearly states the spooky collection of themed recipes are inspired by the Walt Disney Classic film Hocus Pocus and is simply intended to be an appreciation of the cult classic film.

Across 50 recipes, she casts the perfect spell through charming trickery, creating sinfully delicious indulgences and hauntingly scrumptious treats. The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids is on sale through online retailers and can be found in most brick-and-mortar bookstores.

The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids, a classic for any up-and-coming young chef, and a necessity for the homeschool home chef.

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Title: The Unofficial Hocus Pocus Cookbook for Kids.

Author: Bridget Thoreson.

Publisher: Ulysses Press.

Length: 128 pages.

ISBN: 978-1-64604-545-7.