cover image The Magic of Jell-O: 100 New and Favorite Recipes Celebrating 100 Years of Fun with Jell-O

The Magic of Jell-O: 100 New and Favorite Recipes Celebrating 100 Years of Fun with Jell-O

. Sterling, $9.95 (128pp) ISBN 978-0-8069-7921-2

Foods with Cult Followings What's more entertaining than a shimmering, jiggling bowl of Jell-O? For a century kids and grownups alike have enjoyed the sweet flavors of the humble, packaged gelatins and puddings. The Magic of Jell-O: 100 New and Favorite Recipes Celebrating 100 Years of Fun with Jell-O pays tribute to the staying power of this versatile treat. The brilliant color photos and tempting recipes will draw anyone in, whether for a brief trip down memory lane or a serious investigation. ""Berry Blue Shooting Stars,"" ""Wiggly Banana Splits"" and a ""Watermelon Pit Parfait"" are as much fun to make as to consume. More mature palates will appreciate ""Easy Tiramisu"" with coffee liqueur, or the sinful ""Cappuccino Cups."" Birthdays and Halloween are just two of the occasions celebrated in this confection of a cookbook. ( July)