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Great Firehouse Cooks of Texasx$7.98
 (5 reviews)
Best Price: $7.98
A unique collection of recipes for some of the greatest grub to come out of a firehouse kitchen...or any kitchen!
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Customer Reviews
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Hot stuff!
By A124GBDO2MW4I5 on 2001-01-16
This is a great cookbook but a lot more. The stories of the firefighters, their families, how they feel about their jobs, were funny, moving, inspirational, and more. Get this one even if you never intend to enter another kitchen. (The receipes are great, too. Check out page 150, for sure.
Hot Stuff, too!
By on 2001-01-24
I stole the above title because it's perfect. I've only had time to try a few recipes, but so far, so good (agree with the above recommendation for the Jambalaya on page 150). It's the stories of the firemen that make this book so special-like the stories about the chefs in Top Texas Chefs: Favorite Recipes. Great gift idea!
Jammin' Jambalaya
By A3DMC39V7M49C6 on 2001-01-24
I actually got this book because of the jambalaya recipe that I tasted at a party. As it was cooking, I read the accompanying writeup on the fireman who gave the recipe and ended up reading the entire book. I thought the stories of the fireman added a nice touch. Recently I gave a copy to a firefighter friend of mine and he was delighted (which was definitely a first). There needs to be a "More Firehouse Cooks", so I'll have a Christmas present for him next year.
Charm and Personality
By A2ZZNNJM51WD5L on 2007-09-28
Read the introduction. Absolutely hilarious. Old geezers indeed! My husband couldn't (wouldn't) boil water if his life depended on it. Besides the fantastic recipes, this cookbook has a lot of charm and personality. I believe that for a firefighter (just like other professions), their job is a "calling." Contributor's bios and photos reflect the passion for their jobs and their love for family and fellow firefighters.
The recipes mirror the personalities of the firefighters; diverse, hearty and no fancy frills. Just simple good cookin'. A few of my favorite recipes are Captain Ward's Goulash, Galveston Gumbo, Southwestern White Chicken Chili (have you noticed there is always a great chili recipe in a Firefighter cookbook?), Milky Way Cake, and Sore Throat Cookies.
I especially liked Erasmo Lopez's chapter (page 99). I grew up in Florida and my cooking background was southern style cooking. When I moved to the southwest, I struggled with learning a new style of cooking, wanting to take advantage of regional produce and spices. "Mo's Guacamole" recipe was a winner. Simple and perfect!
Yum
By A2BHSOODAI8Z3X on 2008-08-02
My daughter is a volunteer firefighter in Southern California and says this is the best. They just got it and are busy trying everything.
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