Top 12 Just One Cookbook Recipes of 2017 (2024)

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Top 12 recipes from Just One Cookbook of 2017. From Bulgogi Korean Grilled Beef, Baked Katsudon, Omurice, Tan Men, to Miso Dengaku and more, you want to give these delicious recipes a try.

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This time of year I’m always encouraged to come up with new exciting recipes and ideas to share with you. In the meantime, I wanted to highlight some of the most favorited recipes that have been made by many of you in the past year.

Not surprisingly, most of these recipes are approachable and easy to make at home. And four of them are actually from the Japanese drama – Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories. It tells me how much you enjoyed the show! If you missed out any of these recipes, you’re in the right place. Below is the list of Top 12 Just One Cookbook Recipes of 2017. I hope you can find more time to cook and enjoy every special kitchen moments with your loved ones in 2018.

Enjoy and thank you so much for being here.

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1. Bulgogi Korean Grilled Beefプルコギ

Tender pieces of caramelized grilled beef with crunchy sweet vegetables, who can resist this classic Korean dish. Every mouthful is sweet, savory, and oh-so-flavorful, it’s no wonder Bulgogi tops the chart of the most popular recipes on Just One Cookbook!

2. Pressure Cooker Oxtail Soup

Put your newly purchased instant pot to work with this hearty and flavorfulOxtail Soup(Hong Kong StyleBorscht). In this recipe, oxtail, stew beef, onion, carrot, tomatoes, potatoes, and cabbage are cooked in a tomato-based soup in minimal time. Thanks to the help of instant pot, it’s a delicious way to get your collagen for youthful skin!

3. Chanko Nabe(Sumo Stew) ちゃんこ鍋

Filled with all kinds ofvegetables and proteins in a rich dashi and chicken broth,Chanko Nabe or Sumo Stew is a robust hot pot you want to make for your family all winter long.

4. Baked Katsudon揚げないカツ丼

Juicy pork cutlet baked until golden and served over a hot bowl of steamed rice with an addition of runny egg, this Baked Katsudon could be your favorite way to enjoy fried food without guilt!

5. Omurice (Omelette Rice)オムライス – ‘Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories’

We all need easy comfort food ideas that can get us through the week, especially after the holiday slump. Add this tomato-basedOmuriceto your rice dish rotation!Inspired by the Japanese drama – Midnight Diner, this omurice recipe is so popular that many of you agree it is a winner for both children and adults-alike.

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6. Egg Tofu(Tamago Tofu) 玉子豆腐 – ‘Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories’

Another humble yet delicious recipe from theMidnight Diner that gets your attention is this silken, creamyEgg Tofu (or Tamago Tofu). Made with eggs and savory dashi broth, this tofu dish highlights the beauty of simplicity.

7. Tan-Menタンメン – ‘Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories’

There are endless ways to prepare and enjoy ramen. But most of us would go for the quickest way to cook up our favorite ramen at home. Made with simple broth with stir fried pork and vegetables, this tan-men recipe is one of the easiest ramen soup noodles you will make over and over again.

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8. 3 Easy Homemade Lemonade Recipes

We can never get bored with fresh homemade lemonade. Here are 3 delicious versions of lemonade – Classic, Thyme, and Mint Lemonade. Bookmark them for your summer must-have drink recipes file.

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It’s a new year, so we ought to incorporate more plant-based food into our daily eating habit. Good news is they don’t have to be boring. This delicious spread of Miso Dengaku with tofu, eggplant, daikon, and konnyaku slathered in sweet & savory miso glaze is a fabulous way to enjoy more vegetables. The Japanese have been enjoying this miso-glazed dish since 1500’s.

10. Hanami Dango花見団子

While winter is still in full force, we know spring will eventually arrive and once again the flowers will bloom. If you haven’t tried Hanami Dango, why not make these tri-color rice balls to welcome Spring. These wagashi (Japanese traditional confectionaries) are a treat to enjoy during cherry blossom viewing in Japan.

11. Soy Milk Hot Pot 豆乳鍋

Nothing is more cozy that this delicious Japanese Soy Milk Hot Pot on a cold day. Napa cabbage, mushrooms, carrots, tofu, greens and thinly sliced pork all cooked in a pot of creamy and savory broth. You can omit the meat to make it vegetarian too.

12. Hot Pot for One白菜と豚バラの一人鍋 – ‘Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories’

Fast, easy hot pot for one! If you’re cooking for yourself most of the time, this hot pot recipe is for you. Tender pork belly cooked in a savory katsuo dashi with napa cabbage and enoki mushrooms, it’s a wholesome meal to enjoy. Another popular recipe from theJapanese drama, Midnight Diner .

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What is the number one cookbook of all time? ›

1. "Joy of Cooking" by Irma S. Rombauer. With over 20 million copies in print and nearly 200,000 ratings on Goodreads, "Joy of Cooking" is the most popular cookbook amongst Goodreads members.

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How do I find a good cookbook? ›

I've admitted before that the first thing I do when I pick up a cookbook is read the acknowledgments. It can be a quick scan—just look for the author giving credit to and thanking a recipe tester (or testers). That way, you know these recipes have been tested and are probably going to work well in your own kitchen.

Are cookbooks worth buying? ›

As it turns out, cookbooks in the digital age still have immense value. Here's why. For one, as artificial intelligence takes over the internet, knowing that a recipe was vetted by a real person can help ensure you are not spending precious time and ingredients (i.e. money) on a recipe that's not worth it.

What is the oldest cookbook still in print? ›

The first recorded cookbook that is still in print today is Of Culinary Matters (originally, De Re Coquinaria), written by Apicius, in fourth century AD Rome. It contains more than 500 recipes, including many with Indian spices.

Who is the world's number one cook? ›

Joël Robuchin holds the number one spot amongst the world's top 10 chefs, making him the best chef in the world according to Michelin star ratings.

What cookbook has sold the most copies? ›

Joy of Cooking by Irma Rombauer (1931) – approx. 18 million copies.

Are old cookbooks better? ›

Older cookbooks tend to cover the basics

In fact, if you search the word "sugar" in the archived text, there are over 1,000 results. While vintage cookbooks may not always take health and wellness into consideration, Backdoor Survival notes that vintage cookbooks are a great way to learn how to cook from scratch.

Does anyone still buy cookbooks? ›

But do cookbooks still sell? Yes, they do. In fact, it's a burgeoning and competitive market. But that's just another reason to make sure that you do everything possible to make your cookbook the best it can be.

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Mark Bittman's highly acclaimed, bestselling book How to Cook Everything is an indispensable guide for any modern cook. With How to Cook Everything The Basics he reveals how truly easy it is to learn fundamental techniques and recipes.

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What is the most popular cookbook size? ›

The average landscape cookbook size is 11 × 8.5 inches with a horizontal page orientation, but you may also opt for smaller print sizes such as 9 × 6 inches and 8.5 × 5.5 inches. The commonly used square cookbook size is 12 × 12 inches, but there are other print sizes available such as 8 × 8 inches and 6 × 6 inches.

Where is the best place for cookbooks in the kitchen? ›

'If you prefer your cookbooks hidden from sight, carve out space in a kitchen cabinet to store them. To really keep things organized, have them in order by author. This way, they are accessible when you need them and neatly tucked away when they aren't in use. Another option is to find space in the pantry.

Which cookbook has sold the most copies? ›

Joy of Cooking by Irma Rombauer (1931) – approx. 18 million copies.

What is the most prestigious cookbook award? ›

Considered the gold standard among cookbook awards, the IACP (International Association of Culinary Professionals) Cookbook Awards have been presented for more than 25 years to promote quality and creativity in writing and publishing, and to expand the public's awareness of culinary literature.

What is the oldest surviving book of recipes? ›

Yale Culinary Tablets (1700 BC)

Three clay tablets dating back to 1700 BC may just be the oldest cookbooks in the world. Known as the Yale culinary tablets and part of the Yale's Babylonian collection, these Mesopotamian tablets display the oldest recipes.

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