You'll love this book, the recipes are easy, the ingredients are easy to get and they don't take long to make. Foodlovers turn to Dumpling Greats for information and inspiration. Everything is in here, from the proverbial soup to nuts: -up Apple Dumplings, Amish Apple Dumplings, Apple Dumplings In Sauce, Apple Dumplings with Almonds, Bacon And Liver Dumplings, Steamed Pork and Shrimp Dumplings (Shao Mai), Steamed Pork Dumplings (Sui Mai), Steamed Shao-Mai Dumplings With Young Ginger, Steamed Translucent Dumpling, Stewed Chicken And Dumplings...and much much more This is a very satisfying book, however I would recommend you eat something before you read this book, or you won't be able to make it through without reaching for a skillet or saucepan! Dumpling Greats is packed with more information than you could imagine. 64 delicious dishes covering everything, each employing ingredients that should be simple to find and include Dumpling. This cookbook offers great value and would make a fabulous gift. This book will also give you enough inspiration to experiment with different ingredients since you'll find the extensive index to be extremely helpful. The recipes are superb. Wonderfully easy to put together and you don't have to make or purchase a ton of condiments before you have a chance to play with them. Yummy!!