Everyone is short of time, but everyone needs to eat, and eat well. The recipes in this book are stuffed with delicious ideas for all occasions, be it a fancy dinner party, an impromptu supper with friends or a convenient lunch for the family. The recipes in this book are wholesome and represent a balanced diet, but many of the variations will be suitable for those on low-fat, gluten-free or vegetarian diets. While not eschewing the value of canned and frozen goods, which are a godsend to the busy cook, these ingredients are used in moderation and with discretion, exploiting their value as a shortcut in a recipe, rather than relying on them as meal substitutes. The book contains both comforting familiar recipes and a selection of creative, more unusual recipes drawing on international cuisine, contemporary palates and the availablity of many exciting ingredients in the supermarket. You will discover that success comes with every meal!