We are eating like kings around here lately. Whoever invented elastic waistbands…I think I love you/hate you. [If you didn’t hear the news in my last post, I’m working away on a second cookbook!]
For my first cookbook, I relied on a fabulous group of dedicated and passionate recipe testers who gave my recipes a whirl in their own kitchens and then provided detailed and honest feedback. Recipe testers are essential to the cookbook development process (just like your recipe reviews on this blog!) and I couldn’t have produced such a solid group of recipes without them. It really takes a village! I recruited family and friends mostly, but since I received a lot of interest from my blog readers, I decided to open it up to you this time around.
I’m looking for recipe testers of all different abilities, so if you are a new cook or a seasoned pro feel free to apply. You certainly don’t have to be vegan either. My passion is creating recipes that people with all kinds of diets can enjoy. Those of you who can commit to testing at least 3 recipes per week will be given top priority as we’ll need to move through the recipes at a good pace.
I’m also looking for testers who will…
follow recipes exactly as written (this isn’t the time to make substitutions, unless suggested in the recipe),
take notes while cooking (such as noting your prep time or any areas of confusion in the directions),
submit thorough feedback immediately following the recipe (there will be an electronic form with standardized questions for each recipe).
You will also need a blender and a food processor as some of the recipes require these tools.
One last thing. Do you love to stuff your face with super delicious food? Perfect. I knew we would hit it off.
If you think you’d like to apply, you can fill out this submission form below. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to take on everyone who applies, but thank you all for your generosity in offering your help!
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This is so exciting! I have loved so many of your recipes from the website and your first book. Can’t wait for the next one! I’ve been eating Vegan for almost 3 years for health reasons, and your website has just been so helpful to me. Thanks, so much, for all the great testing you do to get great food options to all of us out here!
I would LOVE to be a recipe tester. I am always trying new recipes and I LOVE the ones i have tried from your cookbook. I am unable to fill out the above application on my iPhone. Do you need to use a desk top or laptop to do so? Thanks
I love all your recipes and your cookbook. I have made most of the recipes in your cookbook and serve them to my meat-loving, spicy palette Texan friends and gotten rave reviews!! I would LOVE to be a recipe tester, and I have my fingers crossed you pick me. My 11 year-old daughter helps me cook, and she loves to tell her friends that some of the desserts are gluten-free and vegan. Love your blog!
Thanks for all the great recipes! Keep them coming! :)
FOOD! This sounds fun. I’m on a big kick to force myself to try new recipes anyway.
I am sooo excited you are making a new cook book!! This is awesome :)
I’ve enjoyed your recipes ever since a co-worker put your book on her wedding registry. When it came from Amazon I was flipping the pages so much, I had to buy another copy for her! I’ve given your book as a gift to many people, and shared your blog info with a group I’m in of health-conscious people. I’ve been a vegan for a few years and your book is my go-to. Hope we can work together!
Like everyone else, I think it would be so fun to test these new recipes! I have a family of four with two little kids so it would be fun to see how they like the recipes.
What a fun opportunity! Thanks!
Hi Angela! I love your book so much and I’d love to be a recipe tester! Thank you so much <3
Sweet! I literally just jumped out of my chair and ran to my computer to fill this out. So excited for you, and to also see what you come up with next :) either way, it is a win!!
I’m interested in taking part and can likely handle 3 recipes a week – but not indefinitely. How long would the recipe testing process last and when do you expect it to begin?
Hi Jacq,
There is no sent amount of time because it really depends on how the feedback goes and how many times I need to re-vamp recipes. For the first cookbook, it went for several months, but there were many weeks/months in there that I didn’t have anything to post at all, so it definitely won’t be 3 recipes per week for months. It just really varies – sorry I can’t provide more helpful guidelines! I did have a few testers have to bow out due to other commitments and I totally understand if that is the case.
It should start up in the next couple weeks.
Thanks for the reply!
Being a recipe tester sounds very much like my day job of being a scientist – following protocols and taking detailed notes. Except the end results are edible and delicious!
I saw your cookbook at a neighbours and borrowed it while she was on vacation. My husband and I loved the recipes so much that I had to buy it! I would love to be a recipe tester! I’ve got the time and my husband is an amazing helper and is also good at giving constructive criticism when I cook anything! I also have a 22 year old vegetarian daughter home 4 days out of the week while going to University.
I’ve been a fan for MANY years. Would love to help you out with testing new recipes! Can’t wait for the next book. It’s going to be amazing!
This is sounds like an awesome opportunity. I do have two questions, is there an estimate of how many weeks this will be? Also I understand not substituting ingedients but would it be okay to divide the recipies, or even multiply?
This is very interesting !
I would like to know when the “testing” begins and for how many weeks ?
thank you :)
Hi Sylvie, There is no sent amount of time because it really depends on how the feedback goes and how many times I need to re-vamp recipes. For the first cookbook, it went for several months, but there were many weeks in there that I didn’t have anything to post. So it just really varies – sorry I can’t provide more helpful guidelines!
It should start up in the next couple weeks.
Thank you for your answer and for this opportunity :)
I will send my form !
I have your first book and it’s just wonderful….can’t wait for the next one !
I’m so excited I got to apply for this so quickly after you posted, I was so sure it would be completely closed by the time I saw the update! I hope I get the chance to participate! :)
I am so happy to apply and excited that you are creating another cookbook !
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be recipe tasters.
I am a recent graduate of university with a passion for cooking and healthy eating. I offer advice to all of my friends and family regarding healthy recipes and eating on a budget. The Oh She Glows blog and cookbook not only taught me how to cook but it also gave me an opportunity to inspire others. Your cookbook is my go to for when I am hosting a party, making dinner for date night, and bringing snacks into the office.
In summary, you create delicious food, I love to cook and eat food so hopefully we can work as a team :)
A second cookbook, so exciting! I’ve been a blog follower for several years and my all-time favorite pesto is your roasted tomato pesto! We also use your beautifully photographed instructions for almond milk weekly now. My husband has just been diagnosed with high cholesterol (it’s unfortunately familial) at twenty seven, and we are actively trying to incorporate more vegan recipes into our weekly rotation. I would love to get the chance to test, and my kitchen is fully equipped with both a food processor and a vitamix. Also, I’m a stickler for accuracy from my Weight Watchers days, and like to measure my ingredients with a food scale. Thank you!