Cooking with the Firehouse Chef

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A former FDNY fireman who rescued victims on 9/11, the late Keith Young has brought his culinary talent to diners nationwide as the "Firehouse Chef. " In this delicious book, he honors his colleagues and passion for cooking with over 100 easy weeknight recipes. Funny and engaging, deeply personal but down-to-earth, Cooking with the Firehouse Chef marries more than 100 personal recipes with the compelling story of the late fireman-chef Keith Young of the New York Fire Department. A revered firefighter, Young was also a lauded chef who won numerous television challenges, including a chicken cacciatore cookoff of an episode of "Throwdown with Bobby Flay" on the Food Network and two championship titles on "Chopped. " With varied recipes that are perfect for casual gatherings, barbecues, and busy weeknights, Young' s culinary repertoire features American favorites with crowd-pleasing starters like Manhattan clam chowder, garlic bread, and ceviche; flavorful lunch fare such as vegan hummus sandwiches and beef chili; hearty entrees and pastas like filet mignon, chicken marsala, and penne alla vodka; and classic desserts such as strawberry cheesecake and no-bake rice pudding. The delicious recipes are paired with stories and images from the firehouse, bringing Keith' s firehouse stories and cooking prowess to life.