[.ca] The Big Book of Soups and Stews: 262 Recipes for Serious ... (ISBN 081183056X)

Delicious, varied, easy-to-prepare soups and stews:
I've made at least ten of the recipes so far, from lamb stew with spinach and orzo to spicy black bean to lentil with brown rice, and every one has been tasty and straightforward to make, including the vegetarian ones. I cook once or twice a week and eat each dish for several days, so this kind of consistency is important! Note that these are generally not quick recipes in the sense of being able to whip them up on the spot - most I've tried involve throwing things in the pot to simmer at least an hour or two before I intend to eat, and many suggest soaking beans overnight, etc. But the time spent actively preparing the food is usually not that much, and the results have always been well worth it. Enjoy!

As a Mom on the run, this book fits my lifestyle.:
I don't know if that's an insult or a compliment, but right now I really like this book. Admittedly, so far I've only made the New England clam chowder and the Rancho soup (I'm doing the vegetable beef stew tomorrow), but I can throw this book in the car, gather simple ingredients, pick up the pre-schooler, chop veggies, pick up the grade schooler and have dinner served before we have to leave for soccer. I like the layout, having only one recipe per page. I don't miss the pictures. I feel like I have some control over the salt and fat content, particularly if I cross reference other cookbooks. And my family eats what I prepare!

A big fan of soups...:
I just recently purchased this book and have tried 3 recipes so far. They have all been very tasty and easy to prepare, and I especially appreciate that they haven't called for any exotic or expensive igredients but in no way compromise on taste! I highly recommend this book.