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1. Keys to the Kitchen by Aida Mollenkamp – by far my favorite cookbook this year. Thoughtful, beautiful and full of practical tips for home cooks.

2. Crazy Sexy Kitchen by Kris Carr – Inspiring book by cancer survivor who changed her diet to save her life.

3.The Mom 100 Cookbook by Katie Workman – 20 essential tips for moms everywhere. Katie’s recipes are accessible and easy to understand. Go to cookbook for basic kitchen survival.

 4. Ancient Grains for Modern Meals by – simply wonderful book on grains. Elegant, delicious and nurturing.

5. Super Natural Everyday by Heidi Swanson – technically not a 2012 release but it makes the top ten every year for whole food goodness.

6. Comfort Food Fix by Ellie Krieger – One of my favorite cookbook authors. This book is a healthy cure for cravings.

7. The Joy the Baker Cookbook by Joy Wilson – When I want a treat, Joy is my girl. And she bakes with avocado. Nuff said.

8. Weelicious by Catherine McCord – Just good old fashioned positive reinforcements about cooking with quality ingredients and involving your kids.

9. The Smitten Kitchen by Deb Perelman – Recipes you really want to make for Sunday night supper.

10. The Epicurious Cookbook by Tanya Steel – For when your online recipe box just isn’t cutting it.