Friends of the Library Sale - Summer Version ~ Quick Fixes and Happy Cooker

Southern Living Quick Fixes (with mixes), published in 2010. Super speedy recipes for the busy cook with each dish requiring only 15 minutes or less to prepare. Most of the recipes utilize canned goods, pre-shredded cheese, bags of greens and frozen foods. Surprisingly the recipes range from appetizers, main dishes, breads and desserts in addition to the expected soups, sandwiches and salads.

Since I cook almost every night (the exceptions are pizza night or leftovers night) I am always looking for quick meals to make the dinner process a bit more bearable. I have cut down on some of my cooking time by doing most of my prep work when I return from the grocery store and by planning and buying all the ingredients for at least 15-20 meals in one BIG shopping trip each month.

Happy Cooker, published in 1975. Recipes were compiled by the Women's Committee of Temple Sinai in Atlanta, Georgia.  Another book filled with yummy recipes from the ladies of the church/temple. The previous owner must have enjoyed making the Hawaiian Short Ribs as the page is heavily stained with soy sauce! Like with most community cookbooks, the dessert section is one of the largest chapters and filled with many tasty treats. The book also has a section filled with Jewish recipes and a chapter on gardening tips.