Books of Make-ahead cookery

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  Lee Bailey's Portable Food

  By Lee Bailey

  This is a far cry from the usual soup and sandwich, although you'll be happy to find innovative versions of those here as well, like sumptuous Smoked Salmon or Olive and Sun-Dried Tomato sandwich spreads and wholesome soups like Potato and ...

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  Cook Once a Week: Eat Well Every Day

  By Theresa Albert-Ratchford

  This is a book that takes into account what every mom knows: family schedules and budgets are incredibly tight; not everyone will be eating together every night; convenience foods cost; and kids are picky eaters.