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January 23, 2010

Cook This, Not That! 
by David Zinczenko and Matt Goulding

Did you know the average dinner from a chain restaurant costs nearly $35 a person and contains more than 1,200 calories? That's hard on your wallet and your waistline. The hundreds of recipes contained inside this book will help you and your loved ones eliminate body fat, get in shape, and lead fitter, happier lives.

The Pleasures of Cooking for One
by Judith Jones

Judith Jones demonstrates that cooking for one presents many possibilities for both pleasure and experimentation. You can utilize whatever ingredients appeal to yourself. Also, you can feel free to fail, since a meal for one doesn't have to be perfect. Jones is both our instructor and our mentor, suggesting basic recipes that all cooks should have on hand.

The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook
by Erin Chase

Erin became a supermarket savvy mom challenging herself to create dinners for her family of four that cost no more than $5. In this cookbook she shares her methods for over 200 recipes that cost $5 or less to make. First, Erin will show you how to size up the best supermarket deals, clip coupons that will really save you money, and create a weekly dinner menu plan. Then, in each recipe she shows you just how much she paid for each item and challenges you to do the same.