Lauren Groveman's Kitchen : Nurturing Food for Family and Friends

Lauren Groveman's book divulges her secrets for preparing nurturing meals when you're too busy to cook--from quick and easy dishes to more complicated meals in a pot that can be assembled in advance and stored or frozen.

Throughout the book are "Tips from a Teacher" that explain various ingredients and techniques in detail.

Time management tips are given for most recipes as well as recommendations on equipment cookware and appliances.

Commercial products are discussed and recommended by brand name.

Of particular note is a chapter on breads in which the process of making yeast breads is demystified.

This is not a general cookbook. Rather it represents the very best of Lauren's repertoire and is a fabulous teaching book for today's home cook.