"A cookbook of perfect weeknight baking projects: 100 delicious cookies "-- Kieffer's cookbook contains go-to recipes for cookies and bars that are perfect for a party, potluck, bake sale, or simply a cozy night at home. From tried-and-true favorites to classics with a twist-- and even a few unique treats-- her recipes beg to be shared. -- adapted from inside front cover and Introduction.

Eight-year-old sleuth Cam Jansen uses her photographic memory to discover what happened to a classmate's missing cookie.

Pigeon is very angry when the duckling gets a cookie just by asking politely.

"A celebration of the rich traditions, creativity, and taste of the region, The Great Minnesota Cookie Book collects the best-loved recipes and baking lore from fifteen years of the Star Tribune's popular holiday cookie contest. These are winning cookies in every sense, the best of the best chosen by the contest's judges, accompanied by beautiful photographs as instructive as they are enticing"--

Sam and Doggie have a disagreement about Sam's cookie.

"Let's celebrate the merriest season the best way we know how; baking in the kitchen! Over 100 recipes divided into mouthwatering categories. You'll find everything from thumbprint cookies, sandwich cookies, holiday twists perfect for a cookie swap, chocolate decadence and everything in between. With tried-and-tested recipes and beautiful photography as your guide, explore the glorious world of holiday baking from your home kitchen." --

While waiting for his cookies to bake in the oven, Cookie Monster daydreams about his favorite subject.