It’s been a while since I last wrote an update on my upcoming cookbook, and I have so much more to share now! The August 26th release date will be here before we know it, and I’ve been a busy little bee going back and forth (and back and forth) with my editor on all the finishing touches.
Did I mention how writing (and editing) this cookbook has been the hardest I’ve ever worked in my life? Like EVER. Forget taking final exams in college or planning corporate events (my old job) or spreading mulch (ha ha – but I am not kidding) or anything else I’ve ever considered to be hard work before. Let’s just say after this experience, I have a whole new appreciation for all the authors out there – it’s honestly quite amazing there are so many now that I know what it’s like on the backend!
But enough about how I poured my heart and soul into this book to make it as perfect for all of you as possible …let’s dig into what you’ll find in the book once you get it (because you’ve already placed your preorder, right?) :)
Once Again, the Cover!
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A Sampling From the Inside!
In addition to the 100 (mostly new – not previously on the blog) recipes, the book will include 5 chapters that cover: What real food is, how to read ingredient labels, how cutting out processed food impacted our family, how to shop for real food (without breaking the bank), how to get your reluctant family members on board, meal planning (+ 4 new dinner plans), and lots of fun “extras” like a real food substitution chart, my typical weekly grocery list, family dinner questions, a “make your own” party guide, and a school lunch packing chart.
My goal was to make this book your complete guide for cutting out processed food – everything except a personal chef included! But all kidding aside, just think of that wonderful feeling when you know you are taking the best care of your family possible. I want this book to help you do just that in the food department!
Here are some page samples (click pictures to enlarge):
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The Recipes!
I can’t wait to share all the new recipes with you and hear what you think. And just for the record, I counted and determined that about 70% of the 100 recipes are brand spanking new – i.e. not previously shared on the blog. I told you I’ve been busy!
Plus here’s the part I know many of you will love. I did some more counting and figured out the following…
- 71 recipes are (or can easily be) Gluten-Free
- 79 recipes are (or can easily be) Vegetarian
- 49 recipes are (or can easily be) Dairy-Free
Also,
- 42 recipes are Freezer Friendly (my secret weapon when it comes to packing wholesome school lunches!)
The book includes quite an array of recipes from the following categories: Breakfast, Lunch (including school lunches), Snacks, Appetizers, Salads, Sides, Simple Dinners (including slow cooker meals), Special Treats, and Homemade Staples. Some of the recipes I am most excited about are: Fruit Salad with Orange Zest, Cinnamon Raisin Quick (Whole Grain) Bread, Cajun Alfredo with Shrimp, Slow Cooker Potato Soup, Cheesy Broccoli Casserole, BBQ Sauce, Homemade Dried Onion Soup Mix (for Onion Dip), and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Bites. All of the recipes have been tested and retested and beautifully photographer by my friend Carrie Vitt with Deliciously Organic.
That’s right, there will be a big color photo with every single recipe! Here are a few more examples…
How To Preorder – And Get A Signed Copy!
First and foremost, I’ll love you forever if you preorder my book. :) Secondly, if you preorder online through our local, independent book store here in Charlotte, Park Road Books, I’m going to sign all the copies before they’re shipped out. And, for any International fans, they say they’ll ship the book anywhere in the world – yay!
So anyway, here are some of the preorder options: Park Road Books (signed copy), IndieBound.org (support your local retailers!), Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Indigo (Canada), and Walmart. I can’t thank you enough for your support with this project. I really hope you’ll love this book as much as I do, and that it will help make your life easier!
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Hi There, We have your cookbook and have enjoyed it so much! Tomorrow is my son’s 5th Birthday and he wants to make the carrot cake with me. I have 2 questions:
1. Can the frosting can be made one day in advance?
2. Once the cake has been baked and frosted does it need to be refrigerated?
Thanks for your help!
Jeannette
Hi there Jeanette. Apologies but we aren’t often able to answer recipe questions in real time? How did it turn out? It can be made in advance and I would refrigerate. ~Amy
Hi Amy, Thanks for your response. The cake tasted great but I had to bake it for 32 minutes before the center was baked. I will definitely make this again but instead of baking a cake I will bake mini-muffins. Has anyone else had this issue with the center not baking? ~Jeannette
Hi again. :) Hmmm, no. Did you divide the batter between the two pans?
Hello! I just got my copy of the book today and am excitedly making my list of first recipes to try! I do have one question, several of the recipes are crock pot recipes but it doesn’t say what size. I have a 4 qt, will that work for all of the recipes or are they for 6 qt crocks? Thank you!
Hi there. A 4 qt. might be too small for some of the slow cooker recipes. When I have made the whole chicken, I’ve needed to use the big pot. ~Amy
Thanks so much for sharing your personal journey with 100 Days of Real Food. I enjoyed reading this section so much. I have tried and loved many of your recipes.
Best Cookbook I have purchased in a long time.
Thanks again! :)
Where can I find out about speaking engagements and or book.signing??
Hi there. Right now Lisa is sticking fairly close to home…well, other than NYC and LA! :) She doesn’t have an announced schedule but that could change. Sorry I can’t be more helpful. ~Amy
I preordered a copy of the cookbook on August 25, filled out the form on the website for the free 8 recipe ebook and gave not received it. I was wondering if I did something incorrect?
This is a fabulous book. NO JOKE. I will have a full review at 7pm Eastern time tonight at https://www.facebook.com/toxicfreeclub. You wont be disappointed in this book.
I’ve been wanting to change our diet around but have always stopped short because of weird ingredients and the cost of healthy food. I was feeling discouraged until I received 100 Days of Real Food! This excellent book is exactly what I was looking for! Lisa takes you through her family’s journey into real foods. The best part? That this is a plan for real people who aren’t looking to spend a fortune to overhaul their diet. This book features recipes that you’re probably familiar with, just made with real products. I love that this book doesn’t shy away from gluten and that it features the use of a small amount of real food (butter) over low-fat, manufactured alternatives (margarine). This is an excellent book for anyone who wants to make the steps towards eating real food!
I wish I would have done this years ago. Our daughters are both in college now & one was very health conscious (she’s fallen into the trap of pizza, late night food runs etc. she attends college 7 hours away so we don’t see her as much as we’d like to). The other daughter is moving to S California in a month. Much healthier eating habits there (we were there in May). I don’t have a huge kitchen like yours however, I’ll start small & work my way up! My mother is restricted to a gluten free diet & I love the fact that you have incorporated that into your book as well.
Thank you lisa!
HI Lisa! By the Grace of God, I found your website today!! I am so looking forward to trying your challenge with my husband. I was diagnosed with Diabetes a year ago, bought all this stuff to improve our eating but like you said in your promo video, I had no direction AND I’m not a very good cook – so a book is perfect!! I want to turn my Diabetes into DIA”BEAT”IT!! Thank you again – can’t wait to get your book! Its my number one mission this weekend – God Bless you!!
I did a pre-order but had no idea where to go for the e-receipes. Anything I can do to show I pre-ordered it to get them?
Thanks!
I just ordered the kindle edition of your cookbook, I can’t wait to read it!
My copy arrived this morning and I spent time I should have used for cleaning house to read it. The book does a great job synthesizing information that should convince one that real food is better. I was also impressed with the “how to do it” chapters, especially for those with reluctant family members who prefer junk food and are swayed by food package claims. If you need convincing that real food is better, I recommend Pandora’s Lunchbox by Melanie Warner, Salt, Sugar, Fat: How the food giants hooked us by Michael Moss, Fat Chance by Robert Lustig, and anything by Michael Pollen. If you want to know how to make the change to a whole food diet, step by step, this is the best book out there. Congratulations on filling a huge need with a well-written resource!
Love this fridge!
Hi I just ordered the book from Park Road Books but I wanted to save 10.95 on shipping so I selected the option to pick up and pay at the store. It didn’t give me any information about when I can pick up?
Ashelly – The books are there and ready so you can go anytime now!
Just pre-ordered my copy, can’t wait to get it. My husband and I are very excited about this new way of eating / living. I just found your website about 2 weeks ago, and love it! We are big gardeners too, so it’s not a huge leap for us. I always thought we weren’t eating processed foods, until you brought it to my attention to think about white flours and sugars. However, I will tell you that I was sticker shocked when I saw a gallon jug of Virginia pure maple syrup for $75!!! But, now I’m reading ingredient labels, and glad to do it. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences to others :)
Take care!
Lori
Wow, that’s a crazy price for syrup. It definitely doesn’t have to be that expensive! Glad you found us :)
I preordered from Amazon last night. What do I need to do to get the additional recipes?
Debbie – Just fill out this form and we’ll get you taken care of: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2014/06/29/cookbook-bonus-preorders/
Oh bum! I planned to preorder yesterday and wound up having a baby! LOL Just put my order in today…
So excited to get my book! Always glad to find more ways to cook & eat more healthy! I have learned the importance of this the hard way! Wish I truly comprehended it earlier in my life than I did! But better late than never!
Just pre-ordered mine – yay! Thank you SO much to you, your family, and your team for all your hard work!! It is so very much appreciated!!
Just preordered! Thank you for making an easy reference to all your wonderful hints, tips and recipes.
Hi!
I’m on the start of a clean, mostly vegetarian and healthy lifestyle for myself and family. Your cookbook sounds great but when I tried to pre-order the delivery options were USA or Canada. I’m in Australia! I tried through Parkroads books. Is there another way to order through them that I missed?
Thanks
Jo
Hi there. Parkroad does ship worldwide. :)