Book 2

Fast and Fabulous

by Judy Gilliard

Published 21 September 2005
Fast and Fabulous: Flavor Secrets is one of three titles in the new Fast and Fabulous Series! This book shows readers how to use herbs and spices to put flavor back into low-fat, low-calorie, low-cholesterol cooking People often fear that just because food is deemed healthy, it probably doesn't taste very good or is missing flavor and richness. One thing we do know is that Americans are have become unhealthy eaters, so the challenge is to change bad habits to good ones without losing taste and flavor to inspire us to eat well. Fast and Fabulous: Flavor Secrets does just that, while keeping in mind that people are busy and harried and don't have lots of time to devote to preparing meals. One of the best ways to make healthy foods appealing is through the use of herbs and spices, and this book spends lots of time explaining how to use them to get the most out of food. It guides you through the different available herbs and spices and provides charts on how best to use them. The book also gives the reader creative ideas on how to make their own special herb blends, and includes useful information on harvesting, drying, and storing homegrown herbs and spices.
The book is organized by food types such as salad, pasta, poultry, vegetables, breads, and desserts, so it is simple to find what you are looking for and provides limitless options. Each chapter opens with a helpful introduction and each recipe has side notes that include stories behind the recipe and/or suggestions for how to serve. This book full of simple, flavorful recipes and valuable information about cooking with herbs is a must-have in any kitchen.

Quick Cuisine

by Judy Gilliard

Published 25 October 2005
"Fast and Fabulous: Quick Cuisine" is one of three titles in the new "Fast and Fabulous Series"! This book provides time saving ways to keep meals interesting, healthy, and most important...great tasting! Lately, the media has been full of reports regarding how and what Americans eat. Obesity, in both children and adults, is at an all time high and can be considered an epidemic. With a culture that condones fast and convenient eating, it is easy to see how we got here, and is the biggest contributor to an unhealthy approach to food.The challenge is to create recipes that are fast, easy, and cost effective, and can be prepared in the time it takes to order in from a restaurant. The mission of this book is to give the reader solutions to the dilemma of creating high quality, calorie conscious meals that taste great and don't require a lot of advance planning. The best part is that terrific meals can be prepared and ready to eat in less than 25 minutes! The reader will be told how to keep a properly stocked pantry so they are always prepared to put a meal together.Each recipe in the book includes healthy guidelines with nutritional breakdowns that are compatible with the American Diabetes Association and the American Heart Association.
The recipes are also designed to work for families or for the single person living alone. Readers will also enjoy information about the best basic kitchen equipment and tools. Be inspired by this thorough, something for everyone book packed with recipes and vital information for anyone interested in a healthy, simple, tasty approach to eating.