Emphasising a wide assortment of fruits, vegetables, and low-fat ingredients, this collection of more than 180 recipes will refresh you in a way that will have you up and walking after eating rather than slumping down on the couch. From saucy polenta lasagne to watermelon-mint gel, from Cincinnati chili to salmon cornbread sandwiches, Maine-based chef Jim Bailey continues his tradition of combining common ingredients, cost conservation, and simplicity into savoury fare anyone can prepare. Yeast and quick breads, soups, sauces and sides, salads, pasta, meat, fish, and even desserts are all given a fresh treatment on this recipe board. Generously seasoned with a nutritionist's advice, some surprising food facts and figures, and inspirational quotes, the Yankee Chef will keep you inspired to eat better and feel better. It's just that simple! AUTHOR: Jim Bailey is a third-generation chef, food columnist, and food historian of note best known as the Yankee Chef. When not traveling as a food judge, creating recipes, and enjoying family time in Maine, Jim is a supporter of breast cancer awareness and proudly sports his signature pink chef's coat. 207 colour images
