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(More customer reviews)For those that have MC 8, this new version only adds a few recipes and a some bug fixes...there are no new features from MC 8. I upgraded anyway and am happy with it.
BUT, if you have MC 7 or before, this version is for you!
I've been using Mastercook since version 4 and with the change of ownership it had from Sierra to ValuSoft. I figured Version 6.2 would be the end of the line....but thankfully not..it's up to Version 9 now!
Each version release of MC continues to evolves it and keep it the best possible cooking/planning software on the planet. MC just keeps getting better.
The basics-it comes with a standard set of cookbooks and an increased ingredient list of 7000 items, a place to create a meal plan and shopping list manually or automatically while giving you options on how to import(webImport/email/copy,paste) as well as export(email, printing, copy,paste recipes. It interacts with both Palm/PocketPC to download recipes and grocery lists for swapping or easy list check-off at the grocery store.
The WebImport bar makes it easy to import recipes you find on websites by a highlight and click process that works only in Internet Explorer...but it drastically reduces input time versus typing is all in.
While MC 9 comes with a few cookbooks, the web awaits you. There are literally thousands of websites that not only have recipes to download, but whole cookbooks full of recipes...all for FREE. The forums and newsgroups abound in Q&A help and how-to's in better understanding how to use MC.
The interface is clean and sharp...doesn't look like a Win 3.1 interface but not quite XP. It will take time to learn all of the secrets of using Mastercook, but the HELP section is in the program with a PDF you can print that is a step-by-step guide. What a nice touch.
This program is great for those on diet plans, as you can make menu plans, shopping lists and search for foods with specific needs(calories, carbs, fat, fiber, etc.).
In conclusion, the planning and shopping lists have saved my family money and time in not buying what we don't need and letting us know what's for dinner without having to go and search for food. 15-20 minutes of planning on a Saturday will take care of planning for the whole week. Thanks to Mastercook!
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MasterCook Deluxe 9.0Whether you're a cooking pro or a novice, MasterCook Deluxe 9.0 will make the time you spend in kitchen more enjoyable and efficient, and the results will definitely be more delicious. At the heart of MasterCook Deluxe 9.0 is over 8,000 recipes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, grill recipes, and even kid-friendly foods. The program will help you find the perfect recipe for the occasion, plan and shop for ingredients, and learn new techniques in the process. Find recipes and filter by dietary needs, cuisine type, ratings, and more.
Finding recipes is simple as you can search based on ingredients, food types, cook time, and more. And if you're short on time, there are over 400 recipes that can be prepared in under 20 minutes. You can browse through categories to get ideas for future dishes. If you have dietary restrictions, recipes can be filtered for low carbohydrate, low sodium, low fat, gluten free, Kosher, and lactose free dishes, and searches can even be customized based on your needs. The recipe scaling feature will instantly adjust recipes depending on the occasion, whether you are cooking for five or 50. Once you are ready to head to the grocery store, you can print out shopping lists for single recipes or for entire menus to take with you. And if you have a PDA, it's easy to download lists to your handheld. Print out shopping lists or download to your handheld.
MasterCook Deluxe 9.0 allows you to import recipes from the Web to add to the database. You can use the program to manage your entire recipe collection by entering your own favorite recipes from family, friends, magazines, or other cookbooks, to have everything in one central database. Once recipes are in the program, you can add notes and photos, marking favorites or including pictures of your attempts for future reference.
MasterCook Deluxe 9.0 has your health in mind too, with several tools to ensure you're eating healthy. Nutritional analysis tools track fats, carbs, calories, cholesterol, and more. The program will show you healthier alternatives to popular ingredients, so you can see how substitutions will alter nutritional values.
Included are several helpful instructional titles to help you learn to cook like a pro. With step-by-step instructional video from culinary experts, you can eliminate guesswork by watching complicated processes before you try them. On Cooking teaches you cooking and prep techniques. Food for Fifty will help you plan for the daunting task of entertaining large groups. And On Baking offers over 400 recipes that come with instructions and tips for mastering complicated baking techniques. Watch step-by-step instructional videos to master complicated techniques.
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