Emphasizing a wide assortment offruits,vegetables, and low-fat ingredients, this collection of more than180 recipeswill refreshyou in a way that will have you upand walkingafter eating rather than slumpingdown on thecouch. From saucy polenta lasagna to watermelon-mintgel,from Cincinnati chili tosalmon cornbread sandwiches,Maine-based chef Jim Baileycontinues his tradition of combining common ingredients, cost conservation, and simplicity into savoryfare anyone can prepare. Yeast and quick breads,soups, sauces and sides,salads, pasta, meat, fish, and even desserts are all givenafresh treatment on thisrecipe board.Generously seasoned witha nutritionist’s advice,some surprising food facts and figures, and inspirationalquotes,the Yankee Chef will keepyouinspired to eat better and feel better.It’s just that simple!By Jim BaileyJim 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 sportshissignature pink chef’s coat.207 color imagesLighter, Simpler Comfort Food207 color images