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The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook
From a "Lovely" Cheese Pizza to a "Highly Nutritious" Mac and Cheese Dinner, Tasty Meals Inspired by a Holiday Classic
Series: Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series
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See moreKeep the snacks, ya filthy animals! Featuring 75 recipes inspired by cult-classic holiday movie Home Alone, readers will relive the magic of iconic moments with in-movie foods like Kevin’s “lovely” cheese pizza and themed dishes like the South Bend Shovel Slayer’s Salted Pretzels and Fuller’s Pepsi Floats.
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“Travel back to the McCallisters with this iconic Home Alone-inspired cookbook...pairs best with a Home Alone 1 and Home Alone 2 rewatch!” —Scary Mommyz
“Recreate some of the nostalgic memories...everything you love and remember about Home Alone.” —Romper
“Enjoy the silliness of The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook.” —Associated Press
Relive the magic of the iconic moments with these 75 recipes inspired by the cult-classic holiday movie Home Alone.
It’s your kitchen… you have to defend it! Whether you’re fending off the Wet Bandits or just a hungry family trying to snag the coveted last slice of cheese pizza, The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook is here to keep hunger at bay. From appetisers and main dishes to refreshing drinks and holiday-worthy desserts, this book features 75 recipes inspired by Home Alone!
Try recipes like:
- “Highly Nutritious” Mac and Cheese: Enjoy with a goblet of milk for a meal of champions
- Lovely Cheese Pizza: All for you, right down to the last slice
- “Eating Junk and Watching Rubbish” Sundaes: Eat all the junk you want… no one is here to stop you!
- And much more!
Perfect for nostalgic Home Alone fans looking to recreate that “I made my family disappear!” magic or families who are enjoying the movie together for the very first time, The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook has all the recipes you’ll need to make a meal worthy of Kevin McCallister himself.
Series: Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series
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The Unofficial Home Alone Cookbook by Bryton Taylor transports readers back to the world of the McCallisters, ideal for pairing with a rewatch of the first two Home Alone films. Critics from sources like Scary Mommy and Romper appreciate its nostalgia and the opportunity to recreate the iconic film's culinary moments, while the Associated Press highlights its playful nature.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781507221259
Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 23 November 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Adams Media Corporation
Illustration: 4-color with photos
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 178.0mm
Height: 232.0mm
Weight: 538g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Bryton Taylor is the creator of In Literature, a food blog where she makes authentic recipes inspired by your favorite novels. Best known for her YouTube videos, you’ll find Bryt whipping up exquisite sweet treats like Turkish Delight from Narnia inspired by The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe or concocting delicious magical potions that transport you to Wonderland. Whether you’re inviting friends over for a movie night or planning your next party, Bryt helps you recreate food items just as they’d appear in your favorite books and movie spin-offs to make an unforgettable experience for lasting memories.
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