The Fishwife Cookbook: Delightful Tinned Fish Recipes for Every Occasion

For this wonderful collection, Millstein, cofounder of Fishwife Tinned Seafood Co., teams up with recipe developer Gonzalez to celebrate the versatility of tinned fish. Enticing recipes are organized by occasion: the chapter titled “In Front of the Fireplace,” for example, offers a foil dinner with chili crisp salmon perfect for a cold winter’s night, while “Summertime” features a refreshing heirloom tomato, nectarine, whipped ricotta, anchovy, and basil salad. Options for serving a crowd include sardine fritto misto with charred lemon and aioli, and a caramelized onion anchovy tart. Equally enticing are meals for one, such as a sardine and marinated zucchini sandwich. With potato, caramelized onion, and trout hash for breakfast and grilled cheese with pesto and anchovies for a late-night snack, Millstein and Gonzalez prove that tinned fish can hit the spot at any time of day. Most of the recipes come together quickly and easily, and the authors also share handy make-ahead tips (sardine tapenade can be stored in the fridge for up to a week and actually tastes better if made in advance). Gorgeous photography and adorable illustrations make this an ideal gift for home cooks who love seafood. Agent: Michele Crim, Miller Bowers Griffin Literary. (Feb.)