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Magnolia Table is infused with Joanna Gaines' warmth and passion for all things family, prepared and served straight from the heart of her home, with recipes inspired by dozens of Gaines family favorites and classic comfort selections from the couple's new Waco restaurant, Magnolia Table.

Jo believes there's no better way to celebrate family and friendship than through the art of togetherness, celebrating tradition, and sharing a great meal. Magnolia Table includes 125 classic recipes—from breakfast, lunch, and dinner to small plates, snacks, and desserts—presenting a modern selection of American classics and personal family favorites. Complemented by her love for her garden, these dishes also incorporate homegrown, seasonal produce at the peak of its flavor. Inside Magnolia Table, you'll find recipes the whole family will enjoy, such as:

Chicken Pot PieChocolate Chip CookiesAsparagus and Fontina QuicheBrussels Sprouts with Crispy Bacon, Toasted Pecans, and Balsamic ReductionPeach CapreseOvernight French ToastWhite Cheddar BisqueFried Chicken with Sticky Poppy Seed JamLemon PieMac and Cheese

Full of personal stories and beautiful photos, Magnolia Table is an invitation to share a seat at the table with Joanna Gaines and her family.

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Magnolia's Manifesto is that we believe in human kindness, knowing we are made better when we all work together.

Joanna Gaines is the co-owner and co-founder of Magnolia, a New York Times bestselling author, Editor in Chief of Magnolia Journal, and co-creator of Magnolia Network.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ 006282015X
Publisher ‏ : ‎ William Morrow Cookbooks; Illustrated edition (April 24, 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780062820150
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062820150
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.66 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 8 x 1.5 inches
Reviewer: Jennifer Guerrero
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Delicious, easy, and sophisticated. Family recipes.
Review: My husband bought this book for me for Mother’s Day. I had no idea what to expect and I’m delighted with it. It’s a collection of their family recipes from both sides, so it’s a great blend of mostly southern comfort food, with a few Syrian and Korean dishes with a family friendly, yet sophisticated vibe. Her recipes are easy, flavorful, and call for everyday ingredients. I think she has a slight crush on Gruyere cheese. I’m fine with that because I do, too.My thoughts and pics of the dishes we’ve tried:1-2) Gaines Brothers Burgers – p 81 with Bacon-Tomato Sweet Drip Jam – p 82. These were great burgers! They were huge, so next time, I’m making them 6 oz each instead of nearly 11! The tomato drip jam makes enough to make this dinner twice. I considered scaling it back, but I’m so glad I didn’t because it’s soooo good!3) Layered Arugula Salad with Pear Vinaigrette – p 121. Beautiful and lovely flavor balance. The punch of the blue cheese is perfect against the sweet pears and candied walnuts, and the tart pomegranate arils are a nice contrast.4-5) Stew with Jalapeño Cornbread – p 261. This is delicious. The beef stew has tons of flavor. The cornbread isn’t sweetened at all beyond corn’s natural sweetness. The corn kernels, jalapeños, and pimentos make it really yummy, and not too spicy, and the texture’s great. This dinner’s a total keeper.6-7) Buttermilk Blueberry Puff – p 291. So rich and sweet. This is easy peasy, but a wonderfully decadent croissant bread pudding for brunch. (I think she has it in desserts.) I prepped it the night before and let it come to room temperature while I gave the oven plenty of time to preheat. It added a few minutes to the baking time, but worked really well.8) Potato Gratin Mini Stacks – p 179. As yummy as they are cute.9) Beef Tenderloin with Pickled Jalapeno Sour Cream – p 249. This is delicious. The marinade’s great, and we loved the jalapeno sauce.10) Roasted Asparagus with Red Wine Bernaise Sauce – p 163. This was really good. The sauce should be silky. You wont stop whisking to answer your darling child’s text, so you wont break your emulsion, and yours will be much more aesthetically pleasing. Lol!11) I sliced the leftover tenderloin paper thin and piled it on hoagies toasted with butter and garlic salt with a little thin extra sharp cheddar melted on it, and spooned that jalapeno cream over it. That was a fantastic sandwich!12) Mom’s Bulgogi with Cucumber Kimchi Salad – p 240. Fantastic bulgogi. It marinates for 5 hours then gets a short spin on the grill. Her cucumber kimchi doesn’t require any fermentation. It’s a lovely, spicy, crisp, fresh, pickled tasting salad.I’ll update this as I play in the book more!Some others I have flagged to try: Jojo’s biscuits – p 18 with Bob’s Classic Gravy – p 21 * Garlic Cheese Grits – p 31 * Eggs Benedict Casserole – p 35 * Syrian Donuts – p 45 * Quick Orange Walnut Sweet Rolls – p 57 * Curry Chicken Salad with Toasted Nuts – p 79 * Country Potato Soup with Crumbled Bacon – p 103 * Sausage and Kale Soup – p 109 * White Cheddar Bisque – p 111 * Autumn Butternut Squash Soup – p 113 * Brussels Sprouts Salad – p 115 * Peach Caprese – p 117 * Deviled Eggs – p 133 * Party Queso – p 135 * Baked Brie – p 150 * Sheet Pan Nachos – p 151 * White Bean Hummus – p 153 * Souffled Broccoli Casserole – p 171 * Creamy Squash Casserole with Green Chiles – p 177 * Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas – p 193 * Chicken Pot Pie – p 197 * Dedication Casserole – p 197 * King Ranch Chicken with Mexican-Style Jicama Salad – p 207 * Mom’s Bulgogi with Cucumber Kimchi Salad – p 240 * Jo’s Fatayar with Lebanese Salad – p 244 * Broiled Honey Thyme Peaches with Ice Cream and Aged Balsamic – p 281 * Chocolate Orange Bread Pudding – p 293

Reviewer: Kindle Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Easy to follow directions
Review: What I like about her cooking show was why I bought the book. Recipes are friendlier than some of the other cooking shows I’ve watched.

Reviewer: FabulousFinds
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A Culinary Journey to the Heart of Waco
Review: As an aspiring home cook and a fan of Fixer Upper, I was thrilled to dive into Joanna Gaines' cookbook, Magnolia Table. From the moment I turned the first page, I was transported to the heart of Waco, Texas, where Joanna's passion for family, tradition, and good food radiates from every recipe.Magnolia Table is more than just a cookbook; it's an invitation into Joanna's home and her heart. It's a testament to her belief that there's no better way to celebrate family and friendship than through the art of togetherness, celebrating tradition, and sharing a great meal. And after trying out several recipes from the book, I couldn't agree more.The recipes in Magnolia Table are a delightful mix of classic American dishes and personal family favorites, all infused with Joanna's warmth and passion for cooking. From breakfast to dinner, small plates to desserts, there's something for everyone in this book.One of the standout recipes for me was the biscuits. The instructions were easy to follow, and the result was absolutely delicious. They were light, fluffy, and had a beautiful golden-brown crust. They were the perfect accompaniment to a hearty breakfast or a comforting bowl of soup.Another favorite was the fried chicken. The recipe was straightforward, and the chicken came out perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It was a hit with the whole family and has since become a staple in our dinner rotation.The strawberry jam was a revelation. It was sweet, tangy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. It was the perfect spread for the biscuits and a delightful addition to our breakfast table.What I love most about Magnolia Table is Joanna's emphasis on using homegrown, seasonal produce. Many of the recipes incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables, showcasing them at the peak of their flavor. It's a testament to Joanna's love for her garden and her commitment to providing her family with the freshest, most nutritious meals.In addition to the delicious recipes, Magnolia Table is beautifully designed. The pages are filled with stunning photographs that capture the essence of each dish and the warmth of the Gaines family home. It's a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Magnolia Table is a must-have for any home cook. Whether you're a fan of Joanna Gaines, a lover of good food, or just someone who enjoys cooking for your family, this book has something for you. It's filled with great recipes, easy-to-follow instructions, and delicious food that will bring your family and friends together around the table. So grab a copy, tie on your apron, and get ready to cook up some memories with Magnolia Table. You won't be disappointed.

Reviewer: Honest review’s
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I sent all 3 of her cookbooks to my mom
Review: My mom loves to cook, she really loved the way the recipes are so easy to follow and her meals and ingredients are so delicious, she impressed several guests with her cooking from all 3 Johanna Gaines cookbooks, very reasonably priced. Tells a story about her life as well!! Amazing read too!

Reviewer: Kendra S
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: My favorite cookbook
Review: My favorite cookbook. I use it all the time. She has some great staple recipes. And it looks great sitting on my cookbook stand.

Reviewer: Kindle Customer
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Good Book with Great Content - Needs a Few Tweaks to Make It a Long-Term Keeper
Review: First and most importantly, I love the content of the book, the pictures, and the recipes. The first recipe I tried was the chicken pot pie since I just bought a rotisserie chicken and was debating what to make with it. I didn't have crescent rolls, so I made the book's pie crust to go on top. I made half of a recipe for my smaller family and it was really delicious. I like that I had most of the ingredients on hand and I improvised for the rest.The things that I think could use improvement are:1) Hardcover cookbooks should always lie flat. In the "olden days", cookbooks came as 3-ring binders. I still use my cookbooks from the '60s and '70s all the time. Other hard-cover cookbooks, I don't use as much because they are a pain in the neck to keep open to the recipe I am using. I'm afraid this cookbook will be added to the "not use so much" category over time. I'm also not convinced that the binding will hold up over time, but we shall see.2) I would prefer a slightly larger font overall (personal preference).

Reviewer: Luiza P.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Um livro para decorar e cozinhar! Amei. Joanna e Chip Gaines são incríveis.

Reviewer: Rae Lynn
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Gifted it, I have one too, love the recipes inside and is also a beautiful piece to display!! ❤️

Reviewer: Adriana Chavero
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Comprar libros en Amazon es un riesgo, en mi experiencia llegan en muy mal estado pero este sorpresivamente solo llegó sucio

Reviewer: SCL
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Really enjoying cooking from this book- very new to me since I’m not from America. Easy recipes with shortcuts.

Reviewer: Piotr
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Meine Frau hat es hauptsächlich als Deko gekauft und das Buch präsentiert sich dafür gut 🙂