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This superb boxed collection of 10 irresistible cookbooks contains over 320 recipes to suit everyone, from everyday tempting teabreads, cookies and muffins to wickedly indulgent chocolate cakes, irresistible fruit tarts, light and moreish pastries, filled crepes and iced fancies. Each book is packed with information on key ingredients, preparation and cooking techniques, and is fully illustrated throughout in colour with over 1150 fabulous colour photographs, including illustrations of each finished dish and step-by-step instructions.

This is the busy cook's practical guide to preparing and freezing in advance. Here's how to provide meals in minutes with more than 30 inspirational recipes, from appetizers to main courses and desserts. Step-by-step instructions ensure success every time you cook and freeze. It features dishes for all occasions, from tasty after-work casseroles to impressive dinner-party creations that allow you to be with your guests. You can enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables all year round. It includes advice on types of freezers, as well as packing, freezing and defrosting foods. The freezer is an invaluable piece of kitchen equipment. Convenience foods are useful, but it is worth making space in the freezer for some home-cooked, nutritious dishes, too. Far from increasing time spent in the kitchen, a freezer will reduce it. Cooking in bulk can be much more economical and will mean you can have food in the freezer ready for when you are short of time. Many dishes can be defrosted quickly in the microwave, so you may not even need to think ahead. This book contains over 30 perfect freezer recipes, with at-a-glance guides to defrosting and reheating. Whether you are planning a party or need a supply of suppers, this handy volume has plenty of ideas.

Enjoy delicious meals in minutes with this collection of speedy recipes. You can rustle up quick and easy appetizers, main courses and desserts in 10 minutes or less. It is packed with ideas to suit all tastes, from spicy soups to creamy puddings. It features over 30 recipes for all occasions from simple Pan-fried Sole to impressive dishes such as Veal Escalopes with Tarragon, and Ice Cream Strawberry Shortcake. You can create stunningly quick three-course dinner parties, by following suggestions on an inspiring menu planner. It includes a guide to basic store cupboard ingredients that keep cooking time to a minimum. Modern life is hectic and many people can find that enjoyable, nutritious meals are sacrificed when time is short. This collection of recipes is perfect for busy people who don't want to live on unhealthy snacks and ready-made food. All the dishes can be prepared and cooked in 10 minutes or less. The introduction includes useful advice on stocking your store cupboard with 'short-cut' ingredients to make food preparation easier. Then there are recipes for all tastes, courses and occasions, whether you are looking for a quick appetizer for a dinner party or a simple family supper. This book demonstrates that fast food can still be nourishing and tasty.

This is an inspiring collection of over 30 delicious single-portion recipes. Enjoy the pleasure of eating delicious dishes every time you cook, whatever the quantity. Every dish is tailored to suit the individual diner, from appetizers to main courses and desserts. It features ideas for quick suppers, such as Chicken with Tomatoes & Olives, as well as more elaborate ideas, such as Duck Breast with Pineapple & Ginger. Enjoy tastes from all around the world, from fresh salads and hearty pasta dishes to spicy stir-fries and curries. It contains useful information on cooking in small batches and making the most of pantry ingredients. Finding suitable recipes for one person is something faced by many people every day, but eating on your own does not have to mean missing out on varied, nutritious and tasty meals. The recipes in this book have all been devised for one person. There are ideas for all courses, ranging from substantial suppers to light lunches and snacks, as well as home-made soups, filling vegetarian mains and tempting desserts. The introduction offers advice on planning a healthy diet, shopping in small quantities, storing food and getting the most out of the microwave and freezer. With 30 recipes and plenty of tips, this is an ideal guide to cooking for one.

You can discover a feast of tempting recipes that won't pile on the pounds. Mouthwatering recipes from around the world that are low in calories but full of taste. Chapters include ideas for all courses, from soups and appetizers to main courses and desserts. It features dishes for every occasion from Chicken & Mushroom Terrine to Beef Strips with Orange & Ginger. Enjoy stunning fruit-filled sweet creations, from light Cinnamon & Apricot Souffle to satisfying Apple & Banana Crumble. It includes a helpful guide to planning a low-calorie diet as well as tips on using substitutes. Eating a low-calorie diet that is healthy, delicious and visually appealing has never been easier. This book offers a varied selection of recipes for soups, appetizers, fish, shellfish, poultry, meat and vegetarian dishes, plus desserts with modest calorie counts that will amaze you. Try Poached Salmon with Citrus Fruits, Skewered Lamb with Red Onion Salsa, or Strawberry Gateau. You will find it hard to believe that all of these are low-calorie dishes, but the soups and appetizers average around 170 calories, main courses 210-310 calories, and desserts 200 calories, so you can enjoy combining the recipes as part of your calorie-controlled diet.

This is a sizzling selection of tempting recipes for your grill or kitchen. You can create the tastiest burgers ever with this sensational collection of over 30 quick and easy recipes. It features classics, such as Cheeseburgers and Surf & Turf, as well as new ideas, including Minted Lamb Burgers with Redcurrant Chutney and Tex-Mex Burgers in Tortillas. It shows you how to make great-tasting burgers, from traditional beef and lamb to fish, chicken, bean, nut and vegetable. It includes recipes for tempting relishes, such as Quick Barbecue Relish, Tomato Relish and Cucumber Relish. Step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow method text make it easy to achieve perfect finished results. Hamburgers have become one of the world's best-loved meals. Yet there is a huge difference between the patties in fast-food outlets and the succulent home-made variety. The recipes in this book are filling, nourishing and delicious, and they range from chicken, lamb and fish to those made with nuts and pulses, as well as the original beef burger. Additional ingredients such as cheese, herbs, spices and dried fruits are incorporated, and many recipes include tasty sauces and relishes. The clear instructions and step-by-step illustrations ensure success. From Teriyaki Chicken Burgers to Smoked Fish Burgers, this book demonstrates the endless versatility of a classic food.

You can bring distinctive fresh tastes to your food with the fragrance of herbs. You can enjoy the distinctive taste of fresh herbs in your cooking, with over 30 fabulous herb-filled recipes. You can make the most of a range of fresh herbs, for example, basil, mint, oregano, parsley, sorrel and lavender. You can enhance all kind of dishes with the delicate taste of herbs, from soups and appetizers to fish, chicken, meat, vegetarian dishes, salads, desserts and drinks. It includes tempting ideas such as Wild Mushroom and Parsley Soup, Fresh Herb Pizza, and Rosemary Bread. It includes guidance on choosing, preparing, storing and using culinary herbs. Herbs add taste and aroma to a variety of dishes. Often only the leaves are used, but occasionally the stalks or flowers are added to recipes too. This book shows you how to use them to their full potential, whether picked from the garden, bought fresh from the supermarket or used in dried form. It is a concise illustrated guide that provides an at-a-glance directory of common culinary herbs, and useful techniques such as chopping, freezing and drying. The recipes include delights such as Fillets of Haddock Baked with Thyme & Garlic and Herb Garden Dressing. With 100 photographs, this is a handy book for cooks who like to prepare fresh and fragrant food.

This title offers delicious guilt-free delights for all seasons and occasions. Indulge your craving for desserts with this guilt-free collection of over 30 recipes. It helps to create mouthwatering dishes that are completely satisfying yet very low in fat. It includes recipes to suit everyone, from simple fruit salads to impressive dinner-party gateaux. Enjoy classics such as Raspberry Vacherin, Tia Maria Gateau and Summer Pudding, all containing less than 5g/[UNK]oz of fat per portion. It includes a helpful guide to planning a low-fat diet and a useful chart of the fat and calorie content of common sweet ingredients. If you are trying to cut down the fat in your diet, you probably think you cannot enjoy delectable desserts and indulgent puddings. This book provides a selection of tasty recipes that you can enjoy without the guilt, as they have all been devised to be very low in fat. Many of the recipes use the natural sweetness of fruits to create wonderful tastes, such as Soft Fruit Pavlova and Blackberry Charlotte. There are also ideas that include alternatives to cream, such as yogurt or low-fat creme fraiche, to create lighter versions of classic dishes. The calorie, fat, saturated fat and cholesterol contents are detailed for each dish, to help you choose the ideal recipe.

This title includes utterly delectable iced delights for all-year-round indulgence. How to create your own irresistible ice creams and sensational sorbets. It contains everything from low-fat fruity treats to rich iced desserts. You can enjoy classics such as Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream, Mint Ice Cream, and Lime Sorbet, as well as impressive modern desserts such as Coffee & Chocolate Bombe, Iced Oranges, and Amaretto Ice Cream in Brandy Snap Baskets. With 30 delicious recipes to choose from, there is something for every occasion. You can complete with tips, variations and 100 photographs. Ice creams and sorbets are the ultimate versatile sweet treat. They can be simple summer refreshments or elegant desserts, and they can be made from a huge array of ingredients. Whether you wish to capture the freshness of summer fruits or feast on chocolate and nuts, the ideal recipe is in this book. It contains 30 recipes that range from low-calorie sorbets to luxurious ice cream desserts. Useful step-by-step techniques are included, such as whisking egg whites, preparing nuts and making chocolate curls. More than 100 photographs show every recipe stage by stage, and a picture of each finished dish makes it easy to achieve success.

This book offers inspiration for using all the different varieties, from butternut and acorn to turban and patty pan. It offers ideas for all types of dishes including soups, main courses, side dishes and desserts. You can create various tastes and textures using all sorts of cooking methods, such as roasting, pureeing, stewing and sauteing. It features 30 recipes from around the world, including Pumpkin & Ham Frittata, Butternut Squash & Sage Pizza, and American Pumpkin Pie. 100 photographs include step-by-step techniques. Make the most of the eye-catching shapes and shades of pumpkins and squashes with this collection of recipes. Whether is it summer patty pan or autumnal pumpkin, there is a seasonal dish here. This handy little book provides a concise guide to the types of squash available, and some step-by-step techniques for preparing them. 30 recipes follow, with soups, appetizers, midweek meals, special occasion dishes, side dishes, desserts and bakes. Stage-by-stage photography and easy-to-follow methods makes it simple to achieve success, and a selection of tips and variations give the home cook plenty of scope to experiment with new ideas.

Feast on a delectable range of tempting poultry recipes with this step-by-step cookbook. It offers fabulous ideas for appetizers, soups, quick and easy suppers, and special occasions. It offers a selection of poultry recipes from all over the world to tempt your tastebuds. You can achieve success with classic recipes such as Chicken & Mushroom Pie, Coq au Vin, and Tandoori Chicken, as well as ringing the changes with new ideas. It includes advice on selecting and using the different cuts of chicken for perfect results. Chicken is popular worldwide - it is tender and tasty, and adapts beautifully to many cooking methods. This useful little book provides more than 25 recipes for poultry dishes from all around the globe. Try Indonesian-style Satay Chicken, Chicken & Buckwheat Noodle Soup, Cornfed Chicken Salad, Chicken Veronique, or Chicken en Croute. There is a picture of every finished dish, as well as shots of various stages, to help you achieve success. The book includes an illustrated guide to the different cuts of chicken, and step-by-step techniques for roasting and carving a whole bird. With plenty of tips and variations, this is a practical guide full of delicious dishes.

This title features deliciously tempting dishes that are satisfying and tasty. It offers inspiring ideas for every meal, from simple suppers to gourmet entertaining. You can enjoy healthy and vibrant dishes from around the world, such as Spiced Couscous, Spinach Dhal, Vegetable Fajitas, Tempura Vegetables with Dipping Sauce, Stuffed Vine Leaves, and Saffron Risotto. It includes irresistible ideas from appetizers and snacks to main courses and side dishes, and from easy pasta suppers to gourmet dinner party dishes. It includes nutritional advice and useful tips on creating a basic vegetarian larder. Preparing vegetarian food has never been so exciting. Supermarkets are filled with fresh produce from all around the world, making it easy to create imaginative, nourishing and delicious meat-free meals all year round. This handy little book shows you how to make the most of vegetables, pulses, eggs, cheese, nuts, seeds, tofu and grains to whip up a selection of sumptuous meals. Try Baked Vegetable Lasagne or Chilli Beans with Basmati Rice for a hearty supper, or impress guests with Roast Asparagus Crepes or Party Moussaka. With advice on stocking your larder and step-by-step techniques, this is a lovely addition to any kitchen.

This title features 30 tempting recipes that offer ideas for all seasons and every occasion, from everyday suppers to inspired dinner parties. Enjoy the creamy and comforting taste of an authentic risotto, with recipes that make the most of classic ingredients such as porcini and Parmesan. Recipes range from simple mid-week delights such as Smoky Bacon & Tomato Risotto, Chicken & Vegetable Risotto, and Ham, Pea & Cheese Risotto to impressive dinner-party creations such as Lobster & Truffle Risotto, Parmesan & Saffron Risotto, and Creamy Asparagus Risotto. It contains advice on choosing the most suitable rice, basic recipes for four stocks, and an easy-to-follow guide to making a basic risotto step by step. Create delectable risottos at home with this fabulous collection of recipes. It guides the reader through the process of making a risotto step by step, and explains the different varieties of rice available. The recipe selection is diverse, with traditional Italian classics, such as Risotto with Mushrooms, unusual regional dishes, such as Lemon & Herb Risotto Cake, and modern twists, such as Pumpkin & Pistachio Risotto. Stage-by-stage photography captures the difficult stages of preparation, and a vibrant picture of every finished dish allows you to see what you are aiming for. Packed with tasty recipes, this is an inspirational book for every lover of Italian cuisine.

This title features over 30 irresistible recipes that celebrate the tastes of cheese. It offers fabulous ideas for soups, appetizers, main courses, desserts and baking. It features classic cheese dishes as well as ideas to ring the changes. You can make the most of the versatility of cheese, from Pizza with Four Cheeses and Little Meatballs with Fontina to Lemon & Lime Cheesecake and Cheese & Chive Scones. You can enjoy the varied taste of different cheeses from subtle Manchego and Fromage Blanc to strong Cheddar and Feta. It includes a useful guide to types of cheese and how to prepare them for the best results. Cheese is a wonderfully versatile food that is enjoyed all around the world. This book demonstrates how all types of cheese can be used in cooking, providing delicious ideas for every course. It opens with an at-a-glance guide to different types of cheese, and contains illustrated techniques for grating, slicing and melting. The recipe section contains such classics as Onion Tarts with Goat's Cheese, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Swiss Fondue and Tiramisu, as well as delicious ideas such as Cannelloni with Tuna, Artichoke Rice Cakes with Manchego, Cheese-stuffed Pears and Parma Ham & Parmesan Bread. With over 30 recipes, this is the perfect book for all cheese-lovers.

This is a sensational collection of more than 30 irresistible recipes. It features 30 deliciously simple recipes from breakfast pancakes and seafood crepes to fruity waffles and cream cheese topped blinis. It includes a guide to making and cooking basic batters, plus fabulous ideas for simple toppings and fillings. It features classic dishes such as American Pancakes with Bacon and Syrup, and Crepes Suzette with Cointreau and Cognac as well as modern creations such as Avocado Cream Blinis and Oaty Pancakes with Caramel Bananas. Each recipe is beautifully photographed with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions plus a stunning photograph of each dish. Pancakes and crepes are one of the most wonderfully versatile foods you can find and in this book you will discover recipes for hearty main courses, moreish morsels to offer with drinks, and irresistible desserts laden with fruit. Make Russian Blinis topped with sour cream and caviar to serve at a drinks party, or create a special vegetarian main course with Feta and Spinach Crepes. You can serve Blueberry Pancakes for breakfast, or complete your meal with the sumptuous Layered Almond Crepe Gateau.Whether it's the perfect recipe for a lazy brunch, a teatime treat or an indulgent dessert, you are sure to find inspiration in this delightful book.

This is a fabulous fungi feast for all seasons and occasions. You can make the most of this versatile ingredient in appetizers, fish, poultry, meat, vegetarian and side dishes. It includes stunning creations from Wild Mushroom Soup, Stuffed Garlic Mushrooms and Creamy Fish and Mushroom Pie to Mushroom Gougere, Wild Mushroom Pizettes, and Duck with Chinese Mushrooms and Ginger. You can discover unusual varieties of mushroom in dishes such as Tortellini Chanterelle Broth and Fresh Tuna Shiitake Teriyaki. This helpful guide shows how to distinguish the characteristics of different edible mushrooms at a glance. It includes advice on storing and preserving mushrooms to enjoy them at their best. There are countless varieties of mushroom known to be edible, and their unique taste and texture makes them immensely versatile for cooking. Mushrooms work well with poultry and meat, and this book showcases these classic combinations with delicious dishes such as Chicken with Wild Mushrooms, Roast Leg of Lamb with a Wild Mushroom Stuffing, and Pepper Steak with Mushrooms.There are also plenty of luxurious options for vegetarians, including Tagliatelle with Wild Mushrooms, Mushroom Curry, and Chinese Mushrooms with Cellophane Noodles. This inspirational little book will provide sumptuous ideas for every taste.

This is an irresistible collection of recipes from Italy's sundrenched regions. You can: enjoy the fabulous taste of regional Italian cooking, with this delicious selection of over 30 of Italy's most celebrated recipes; bring Italian cuisine into your home with classic dishes such as Pasta with Pesto, Calf's Liver with Balsamic Vinegar, Meatballs with Fontina, Three-Cheese Lasagne, Spaghetti with Bolognese Meat Sauce, and Tomato and Anchovy Pizza; and make the most of Italian ingredients in starters, pizza and pasta, fish, poultry, meat and vegetarian dishes, as well as salads and desserts. It includes step-by-step instructions on making pizza and pasta doughs, and advice on stocking your Italian larder. Italy is a country of great diversity. From the cool Alpine foothills to the hot, dry south, the climate and local crops vary: rice, maize and ham are northern staples, while olives, durum wheat and tomatoes thrive in the southern heat. Traditional foods are still central to the cultural identity of each region, with recipes passing down from generation to generation.The recipes in this book reflect that heritage with classic starters such as Minestrone and Roasted Pepper Antipasto, filling Four Seasons Pizza, succulent Roast Chicken with Fennel, fragrant Risotto with Asparagus, and refreshing Lemon Granita. If you like Italian food, you will love this book.

This title offers a feast of delectable recipes that are quick and easy to prepare. It is a deliciously satisfying collection of over 30 best-ever soup recipes. There are tempting ideas for all seasons from chilled summer soups such as Tomato & Sweet Pepper Soup and Cucumber & Yogurt Soup with Walnuts to winter warmers like Butternut Squash Soup and Italian Bean Soup. It features classic recipes from around the world including Borscht, Vichyssoise, Chicken Soup with Vermicelli, Gazpacho, and Thai Noodle Soup. It includes recipes for simple meat and vegetable stocks and techniques for preparing ingredients. It is illustrated with over 100 practical photographs. There is something special about home-made soup, whether a sophisticated dinner-party first course or a hearty family chowder. The range is immense - delicate and aromatic, rich and creamy, simple and elegant or so substantial you almost need a knife and fork. In the following pages you will find recipes for all occasions and to suit every mood as well as recipes for stocks, advice on preparing vegetables, and a guide to using herbs as a garnish to make your soup look as good as it tastes.Whether you are looking for an inexpensive family lunch or a luxurious soup to spoil special guests, a summer cooler or a winter warmer, you will find it in these pages.

Enjoy Italy's most famous food in recipes that won't affect your waistline. This is a stunning collection of more than 30 authentic dishes using healthy, seasonal produce. It features low-fat versions of classic recipes, including Lentil & Pasta Soup, Spaghetti with Clam Sauce, Lasagne, and Pasta with Pesto Sauce. It includes recipes for all occasions, from quick midweek lunches and suppers to more elaborate creations to serve at dinner parties. It includes a guide to the different types of pasta and a Fat & Calorie Counter for key ingredients. Nutritional information is given for each recipe to help you monitor your fat and calorie intake. For anyone looking to cut down on their fat intake pasta is the perfect food. It contains very little fat but is high in complex carbohydrates, which provide a steady release of energy to help you keep on the go. Pasta is also very versatile and combines superbly with many low-fat ingredients, including vegetables, fish and seafood, poultry and lean meat, as well as herbs and spices. It is perfect for all kinds of dishes. The recipes in this book are quick and easy to create and most contain less than 14g of fat per portion.They may be low on fat but still taste delicious so that you can enjoy satisfying meals and look after your health as well.

This is an inspiring collection of fabulous, fast recipes with only four ingredients. It is a mouthwatering selection of recipes for anyone who loves simple, easy-to-prepare food. You can discover sophisticated yet stress-free dishes such as Avocado Soup, Tofu and Pepper Kebabs, and Duck with Plum Sauce. You can indulge in outrageously simple desserts such as Coconut and Lime Ice, Baked Blueberry and Almond Tart, and Grilled Peaches with Meringues. It includes helpful step-by-step techniques, and basic recipes for making stocks and sauces. It includes recipes for all occasions, from quick midweek lunches to more elaborate creations to serve at dinner parties. This book puts the emphasis on dishes that are quick and easy to prepare, yet that are still tempting and delicious. It teaches you how to make the most of food with simple, yet tasty recipes that use only four ingredients or fewer. Using a limited number of top-quality ingredients allows you to appreciate the aroma, taste and texture of a dish, and saves time on writing lists and shopping for ingredients. It also allows for fuss-free preparation, giving you more time to sit back, relax and enjoy your food.As well as the 25 selected recipes there are also suggestions for variations and cook's tips throughout, making this a great little handbook.