Lots of fans ask me, “Will you publish a cookbook someday?” And the answer is…I already have! Click on the image below to order it!
In 2007 while appearing on Rachael Ray’s “So You Think You Can Cook?” I began writing my first cookbook. I was in a rush to get it published so that I could maximize exposure while I was still on the show. It’s not a lengthy cookbook, and it’s not an advanced cookbook. It’s a book that takes you through the steps of learning how to cook and bake, and it’s entirely appropriate for beginners. But it’s also a very readable book…most of my fans tell me that when they get the cookbook, they sit down and read it, cover-to-cover. This is because of the theme, which will be continued in all my future cookbooks: “Every Recipe Has a Story.” I don’t just list off mundane recipes. Each recipe is special. Whether it was passed down through the generations of my family, or whether I made it up. So each recipe is preceded by the story of how it came into being. Packed with both entertaining and practical how-to photos, this is a really fun cookbook to have around. Just please remember that it was written with a Rachael Ray audience in mind! (Not necessarily a Gordon Ramsay audience.)
I am working on future volumes for the series, including:
The Wandering Foodie: This second volume will contain recipes from the fascinating people I’ve met in my travels across all seven continents. You’ll see photos from some amazing and exotic places, and you’ll learn how to make all those things you’ve heard of and love, but wouldn’t have a clue how to make, like creamy hummus, babaganouj, tamales, or caipirinhas. Expand your world and bring global cuisine to your dinner table!
Your Daily Bread: Bread baking is my specialty, and this isn’t your average bread book. It contains tips and tricks for getting professional-style loaves in your home oven, as well as information on how to build your very own wood-fired bread oven in your backyard for less than $100. America has forgotten how to bake the delicious, hearty loves that our ancestors enjoyed a century ago. And I’m bringing it all back for you!
Pumpkin a’Plenty: You know exactly how much I love pumpkins, and this will be the KING of all pumpkin cookbooks. From stuffed pumpkin blossoms to pumpkin seed brittle to my legendary pumpkin carrot cake, this cookbook brings every part of the pumpkin plant to all 3 meals. Also included are full menus and recipes from my annual Fall Dinner Party that draws people from around the world.
Cookbook self-publishing is an expensive and time consuming endeavor. I hope to have another volume out in time for the holiday season in 2012.
Hurry up! I love you Ben Starr!
Your forever friend, Cathy
Thanks, so much, Cathy! *hugs*
Benny I don’t know if this is coincidence or what… Before I say what it’s all about…. I must say you are an amazing and inspirational person… Now to the point….Neither one of our books have come out yet…. and they have slightly different names but the same format and the and very very similar content… I can’t wait to buy yours… Take care my friend… Dan (and if three little dots drove you nuts please forgive)
Hey, Dan! I abuse the ellipsis all the time, no worries. Let me know when your cookbooks come out!!!
I Want to buy your book!! haha love you Ben ! all the way from Namibia Africa !
Marchell,you are the FIRST Namibian fan to contact me! Is the show airing in Namibia? I have never been to Namibia, but my friend has been there twice!
Hi Ben ! I’m Celeste and I write from Italy ! Sorry if my English isn’t very well! i followed you on masterchef and i thing you are an exellent chef a great person .so best wishes for the future
kiss kiss from Italy.
Thanks so much, Celeste! Ciao bella!
We are watching you in England!! Courtesy of the internet!
Hi, Ben! I see masterchef and think you’re a great person and a gret cook! Im going to buy you’re cook books definitley.
I’d love to read your books since you were my favorite on MasterChef
love from Venezuela
Wow I can’t believe I’m writing to THE Ben Starr! I just wanna say that you sir are a beautifulperson inside out. So pure, so humble. I consider myself a fan of yours. I am finishing my culinary career and I know nad understand how passionate you are with your cooking. I hope to read all those books soon! Lots and lots of kisses and hugs from Salta, Argentina!
Eugenia, you are SO SWEET! Argentina is a beautiful country, I have been there twice. Congratulations on finishing your culinary career!!
Ben, I’m your fan now. You were my favourite on MC from the beginning.
Love from Vietnam.
Greetings from Poland! You were the most inspiring contestant of MCh! I hope your cookbook will be translate into Polish one day! Love, Katarina
Hallo Ben! My name’s Julia. I live on Poland. Since I saw you in masterchef liked you right away:) I greet u , Julia
I bought Food for Thought and sat in bed and read it like a book instead of a cookbook. It was that good. Sooooooo, I can’t wait for the next one. I grew up in an Amish area where they only make there own bread. I actually got a loaf as a wedding present. Yep! It was one of my favorite presents, like you say, it was made with love from a great friend. Hope you have another one soon.
Kate, thanks so much for buying my book, and I’m so glad you enjoyed it! *hugs*
hi ben how are you? I’m ok, my name is Cindy i am 21 years old and i was born and raised here in Mozambique, first i wanted to say that you are so amazing, i am following your footsteps since masterchef, me and my family watched the show on fox life and we were all praying for you, i can’t believe that i am actually writing for you, we live in Mozambique, Africa and when you got eliminated i wanted to stop watching the show because you are my favourite and i am so happy that your journey didn’t stop there, again i am still praying that you get your reality show i invited all of my facebook friends to like your website hope it helps. My best wishes. XOXO
Cindy, you are so sweet! I feel so honored that you and your family enjoyed MasterChef so much, from all the way in Mozambique! Thank you so much for getting your friends to like my Facebook page. I wish you and your family all the best!
Season 2 of Masterchef US just finished here, and it’s a shame you didn’t win. We do hope that you succeeded in fulfilling your fream.
try some indian receipe love those
Just watched the episode when you were eliminated :’( couldn’t believe it! You are a wonderful person and an excellent cook, love your recipes on the site, can’t wait to try some out
keep cooking and being an absolute dude! Big love from Wales xx
Thanks so much, Katie! CHEERS!