Cookbook Nook: The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook by Dinah Bucholz

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The Unofficial Harry Potter CookbookSomething delicious this way comes: This chilly and magical time of year mixes great with stories like Harry Potter!

Why This Book

The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook by Dinah Bucholz vividly recreates the magical world of Harry Potter to life through over 150 recipes inspired by the series. Each recipe meticulously captures the essence of J.K. Rowling's enchanting universe, from Harry’s favorite Hogwarts treats to traditional British cuisine. Beyond just recipes, the book offers fascinating insights and anecdotes about the magical world, making it a treasure trove for fans. Whether you're hosting a themed party or simply want to infuse a bit of magic into your everyday cooking, this cookbook provides a perfect blend of culinary delight and whimsical fun!

Recipe suppliesWhat We’re Trying: Pumpkin Juice

Aboard the Hogwarts Express, ice-cold pumpkin juice is one of the many treats for sale. This sweet and refreshing drink is a great magical addition to any meal.

  • Out of This World - Pumpkin juice is unique to the wizarding world, which means we muggles have many interpretations of this recipe. This variation is sweet and creamy, making it a great addition to any meal.
  • Stir Up Some Fun! - This recipe serves as a great base that you can easily alter with a touch of sugar or spice!
  • Pumpkin Puree - The author explains how to make your own pumpkin puree. However, we used canned pumpkin, and it seems to work just as well! We recommend sampling the juice as you add pumpkin to make it the consistency you prefer. The more pumpkin you add, the thicker the juice.
  • Pixelated Adventures - Want to move further into the Harry Potter world? The Clearview Library District offers Harry Potter video games that allow you to do just that! Check out our online collection here or visit the Windsor Library to pick up a game in person. Don’t own a gaming system? Teens can play video games using the provided gaming systems for free at Windsor or Severance libraries!

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Glasses with drinksMeet the Author

“Dinah was born to a large family and grew up in a small New York City suburb called Monsey. The most exciting things that happened in her childhood were getting her ponytail pulled by various brothers, also getting teased by the same, and enjoying spectacular good times and spectacular fights with her twin sisters.

Dinah’s first experience with baking occurred when she received for her ninth birthday a toy mixer from her mom that actually worked. She mixed up a chocolate cake batter without following a recipe and then poured the brown glop into plastic bowls and set them in the oven. Thankfully, she forgot to turn the oven on.

Dinah went on to bake many more chocolate cakes and it wasn’t long before she was making fine desserts and cooking delicious food had become a passion second only to eating it.

Today, Dinah lives in Philadelphia with her husband, and to the sorrow of her four children, no pets. She spends her time cooking and writing and wearing a professional-looking white chef’s apron when she remembers to put it on.” From the website of Dinah Bucholz.