The American Craft Beer Cookbook: 155 Recipes from Your Favorite Brewpubs and Breweries

by John Holl, Garrett Oliver (Foreword by)

Overview

Open a cold one and get cooking! Showcasing the diverse ways that beer can be used to enhance a meal, either as an ingredient or by pairing, John Holl’s collection of 155 tasty recipes are designed for the beer-loving foodie. From twists on traditional favorites like American Wheat Bear Steamed Clams to unexpected surprises like Chocolate Jefferson Stout Cupcakes, you’ll soon be amazing your friends with the culinary versatility of your favorite beverage.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781612120904
Publisher:	Storey Publishing, LLC
Publication date:	08/27/2013
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

John Holl is a New Jersey native and covered the Garden State for the New York Times and the Star-Ledger. He began his career at New Jersey Network Television and has written for the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, Wine Enthusiast, and many other publications. He is the author of Dishing Up New Jersey and The American Craft Beer Cookbook, and the co-host of the Steal This Beer podcast. Holl is an avid home cook and lives in Jersey City, where his exit is 14C.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction

Chapter 1

Beer and Brunch

Chapter 2

Appetizers

Chapter 3

Sauces and Spreads

Chapter 4

Salads

Chapter 5

Sandwiches and Burgers

Chapter 6

Soups, Stews, and Chilis

Chapter 7

Entrees

Chapter 8

From the Sea

Chapter 9

Side Dishes

Chapter 10

Desserts

 

Road Trips

Beer Festivals

Breweries

Acknowledgments

Index

 

 

What People are Saying About This

Greg Koch

"I know John. I know John knows and loves food. And he knows and loves craft beer. Thusly, I know you the reader will love getting to know the wonderful world of craft beer and food through John's extensive knowledge."

Sam Calagione

"At Dogfish Head we have been celebrating the marriage of off-centered ales with beer-centric food since we opened our brewery inside a pub in 1995. And John Holl has been a craft beer evangelist-journalist for just as long. In The American Craft Beer Cookbook he has given us a declaration of inter-dependence. A DIY roadmap to prove that world class beer and world class food pair beautifully together."

Marty Nachel

“John Holl has scripted the tastiest convergence of ambrosia and nectar. With its mouth-watering recipes, full-color photos and morsels of malty minutiae, The American Craft Beer Cookbook is not just contentment for the belly, but a feast for the eyes and soul as well.”

Widmer Brothers Brewing Kurt and Rob Widmer

“John Holl has opened the door to experiencing some of America’s best beer and food parings right at home. The recipes, profiles and pairings are sure to inspire hungry craft beer enthusiasts across the country.”

Lisa Morrison

"Vegetarian? Vegan? Gluten-free? There's something tasty for everybody in The American Craft Beer Cookbook. I know I will find myself turning to it again and again."

Brian Yaeger

"Reading John Holl's The American Craft Beer Cookbook necessitates having a great craft beer in hand because you'll need it to replace fluids lost from drooling over every page. From your first bite at brunch to your last morsel of dessert, this book has the recipes and beer pairing suggestions to delight serious yet fun-loving palates everywhere."

Daniel Bradford

“A valued contribution to the world of beer and food. With this in hand, any foodie or "beerie" can come to understand the nuances and beauty of combing those aesthetic items. An added bonus; it's fun to read.”

Author of The Northern California Craft Beer Guide Ken Weaver

"If you're not yet convinced of beer's versatility and vibrancy at the table, you will be. From the humble to the haute - from spent-grain bread to saison-sautéed mussels to tripel-braised pork belly - John Holl and his culinary compatriots have your appetite (and thirst) fully covered."

Editorial Reviews

My wife and I were lucky enough to be guinea pigs when John was testing out a couple of recipes and I can confirm that the book will be worth every penny.”

—Sam Calagione, President & Founder, Dogfish Head Craft Brewery

"Not every recipe in the book is made with beer, but they all taste great when paired with beer — and isn't that the important part? The American Craft Beer Cookbook: 155 Recipes from Your Favorite Brewpubs and Breweries offers up instructions on how to cook everything from appetizers to desserts, including some stuff you'd expect — like pub-friendly foods and barbecue — to some you wouldn't — like cupcakes and ice cream floats. But hey, it's all beer-friendly, so it's all good."

—Saveur

“Finally, a cookbook made for beer geeks!“

—CoolMaterial.com

“A bible for guys who like to cook with beer, pair their meals with the perfect pour or do both. Some recipes, like the American wheat beer steamed clams, use the beer for both eating and drinking, and all 155 of them taste great with the right ale or lager.”

—Publisher's Weekly

"Finally, a cookbook made for beer geeks!"

—All About Beer magazine

"We've never been so excited to cook in our lives."

—The Boston Globe

“Showcase(s) the transformative cuisine being undertaken by brewpubs across the country."

—Dolce Dolce

"I recommend reading Holl’s entire cookbook, marking pages as you go, for there is inspiration for every season of craft beer and cuisine. This is a cookbook you’ll use often and enjoy exploring, glass in hand.”

“Beer food is more than bar food, and Holl takes you through a range of recipes ranging from Slow-Cooked DoppleBock BBQ Meatballs to Duck Chiles Rellenos. Woven within are profiles of notable brewers and stories about the beers described within. Throughout, the culinary status of beer is rightly elevated.”

“The American Craft Beer Cookbook is full of ideas that will appeal to cooks of all levels and change the way you look at beer. Anyone who loves beer, cooking, and entertaining will enjoy this book.”

From the Publisher

"Finally, a cookbook made for beer geeks!"

All About Beer magazine

“Showcase(s) the transformative cuisine being undertaken by brewpubs across the country."

Dolce Dolce

“Finally, a cookbook made for beer geeks!“

CoolMaterial.com

"Not every recipe in the book is made with beer, but they all taste great when paired with beer — and isn't that the important part? The American Craft Beer Cookbook: 155 Recipes from Your Favorite Brewpubs and Breweries offers up instructions on how to cook everything from appetizers to desserts, including some stuff you'd expect — like pub-friendly foods and barbecue — to some you wouldn't — like cupcakes and ice cream floats. But hey, it's all beer-friendly, so it's all good."

Saveur

“My wife and I were lucky enough to be guinea pigs when John was testing out a couple of recipes and I can confirm that the book will be worth every penny.”

Sam Calagione

"We've never been so excited to cook in our lives."

The Boston Globe

"Finally, a cookbook made for beer geeks!"

Saveur.com

A bible for guys who like to cook with beer, pair their meals with the perfect pour or do both. Some recipes, like the American wheat beer steamed clams, use the beer for both eating and drinking, and all 155 of them taste great with the right ale or lager.”

AskMen.com

"Not every recipe in the book is made with beer, but they all taste great when paired with beer — and isn't that the important part? The American Craft Beer Cookbook: 155 Recipes from Your Favorite Brewpubs and Breweries offers up instructions on how to cook everything from appetizers to desserts, including some stuff you'd expect — like pub-friendly foods and barbecue — to some you wouldn't — like cupcakes and ice cream floats. But hey, it's all beer-friendly, so it's all good."

uncrate.com

My wife and I were lucky enough to be guinea pigs when John was testing out a couple of recipes and I can confirm that the book will be worth every penny.”

Beverage World - Jeff Cioletti