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Easy Baking: Wiley Selects (Pillsbury Cooking)
by Pillsbury EditorsBake it easy with Pillsbury! Simple treats using refrigerated dough—including kid-friendly recipes. Nothing beats home-baked treats hot out of the oven. Now Pillsbury gives you more than twenty super-easy recipes for every occasion—tempting cookies and bars, crowd-pleasing holiday favorites, and delectable desserts. You'll even find fun recipes to bake with your kids. All of the recipes use refrigerated dough products to save you time and effort. Make Perfect Apple Pie * Strawberry Kiwi Tart * Mocha Macaroon Torte * Happy Face Cookie Pops * Maple Walnut Pie Bars * Coffee Shop Cookies * and more
Easy Campfire Cookbook: Simple Skiller, Skewer, Dutch Oven, and Foil Packet Recipes for Cooking over Flames and Coals
by Mountain DudeDiscover how easy cooking over a campfire can be Camping in the great outdoors doesn't mean cookouts have to be limited to hot dogs on a stick. With the help of four simple tools—a cast iron skillet, a Dutch oven, skewers, or foil—this beginner-friendly cookbook shows you how to serve up hot and delicious meals fresh off your campfire.What sets this campfire cookbook apart:Campfire cooking basics—Learn how to build a cookout-ready campfire, which ingredients to bring along versus what to prep at home, how to best pack your cooler, and more.Fun and easy recipes—From juicy camp burgers to triple berry cobbler, discover exciting new twists on campfire classics and creative new dishes that are sure to please.Clear organization—Recipes are organized into sections for each of the four tools, making it simple to find the right recipe for the tools you have.You won't even miss your kitchen with this easy-to-follow camp cookbook.
Easy Campfire Cooking: 200+ Family Fun Recipes for Cooking Over Coals and In the Flames with a Dutch Oven, Foil Packets, and More!
by Colleen DorseyOver two hundred easy, family recipes you can make over an outdoor fire, whether you&’re camping out in the woods, or in your own backyard. Whether you are heading out on a camping trip or simply enjoying a backyard bonfire, this book will satisfy your appetite. You&’ll find many recipes for a variety of fun cooking methods like cooking on a stick, in a foil packet, with a Dutch oven, in a skillet, with a pie iron, and more. Great for scouting groups, Easy Campfire Cooking is filled with tips, campfire safety, and techniques on how to build the perfect cooking fire. From breakfast treats, to hot dogs, to s&’mores and more—you&’ll find recipes the whole family will love. Best of all, cooking over a fire brings together family and friends to enjoy food and fun in a relaxing atmosphere.Inside Easy Campfire Cooking, you&’ll find recipes for:Stick &‘Taters, page 21Tropical Seafood Skewers, page 30Honey Mustard Chicken Packets, page 50Hashbrown Pie, page 66Kayak Tuna Mac, page 91Starry Night Chili, page 106Fireside Pizza, page 117&“Full of handy how-tos, tips, and recipes, Easy Campfire Cooking is accessible to everyone, no matter how strapped to city life you are. It is a reminder that the simplicity of campfire cooking is satisfying not only because we are &“going back,&” but because we are gathering together around the fire among friends.&” —Georgia Pellegrini, author of Food Heroes
Easy Cycling Around Vancouver
by Norman Cousins Jean CousinsWhether you bicycle for fitness, pleasure, transportation or all of the above, Easy Cycling around Vancouver features dozens of routes to discover across the Lower Mainland and northwestern Washington State. From Squamish to Bellingham, Richmond to Agassiz, Jean and Norman Cousins guide you along winding backroads and quiet country lanes, pointing out the best cafes and swimming holes as well as local flora and historic sites.This updated and expanded second edition includes:* forty-five tours (nine all-new ones) ranging from 20 to 45 km long* concise, easy-to-follow maps and route descriptions* helpful tips about cycling basics, safety and trip planningTry a flat, scenic trail with the kids or combine several tours to make up a multi-day trip. Ride right from your front door or take a bus, train or ferry to the starting point. Whatever your cycling interest, Easy Cycling around Vancouver will fit the bill.
Easy Does It, Mom: Parenting In Recovery
by Barbara JoyEvery mom wants to succeed. Every child also wants to succeed. In Easy Does It Mom, Barbara Joy provides moms with positive encouragement, knowledge, and tools they can begin using immediately as they continue their recovery and move toward being the best moms they can be. Joy relies on experts with degrees and experts with "mom" behind their name. For more than ten years, Barbara Joy has worked with moms in recovery from alcoholism and other addictions. She knows what works. Plus she includes real-life stories and strategies from the moms and children she works with. The reader is guided by a professional and encouraged and inspired by moms who have "been there, done that." Because moms in recovery feel more safe and secure in a familiar and consistent environment, each chapter begins with an encouraging saying and ends with a writing activity plus between four to eight clear and concise keys are presented in the chapter -- an at-a-glance tools reference section. For moms in recovery, Barbara says, " Other than your recovery, I believe that parenting is the most important job you'll ever do. It may also very well be the hardest job you'll ever do. And, for sure, the most rewarding!"
Easy Does It, Mom: Parenting in Recovery
by Barbara JoyEvery mom wants to succeed. Every child also wants to succeed. In Easy Does It Mom, Barbara Joy provides moms with positive encouragement, knowledge, and tools they can begin using immediately as they continue their recovery and move toward being the best moms they can be. Joy relies on experts with degrees and experts with "mom" behind their name. For more than ten years, Barbara Joy has worked with moms in recovery from alcoholism and other addictions. She knows what works. Plus she includes reallife stories and strategies from the moms and children she works with. The reader is guided by a professional and encouraged and inspired by moms who have "been there, done that." Because moms in recovery feel more safe and secure in a familiar and consistent environment, each chapter begins with an encouraging saying and ends with a writing activity plus between four to eight clear and concise keys are presented in the chapter -- an ataglance tools reference section. For moms in recovery, Barbara says, " Other than your recovery, I believe that parenting is the most important job you'll ever do. It may also very well be the hardest job you'll ever do. And, for sure, the most rewarding "
Easy Frugal Cookbook: 100 Satisfying Recipes That Won't Break the Bank
by Sarah Walker CaronEat well for less—100 delicious, affordable recipes the whole family will loveIt's easier than you think to make hearty meals that are tasty, budget-friendly, and nutritious. Discover an easy cookbook that shows you how, with 100 inexpensive family recipes that use basic ingredients, and can be made in just a few steps.This easy cookbook will help you whip up satisfying dishes like Crispy Coconut Drumsticks or Open-Face Turkey Sandwiches for everyone in the house for just $5. All it takes is the right recipe, a few tricks, and a little planning to make the most of your food budget.Discover how versatile and flavorful cheap eating can be with an easy cookbook that offers:Budget tricks—Recipes are sorted by estimated cost of ingredients, from $5 to $15 dollars per batch, and include tips to lower the cost of ingredients even further.Shop smart—This easy cookbook includes tips about shopping efficiently and optimizing ingredients and leftovers.Menu plan—A sample meal plan and shopping list will help simplify meal prep and save you money and time.Bring the whole family to the table with an easy cookbook that makes weeknight dinners easy and affordable.
Easy Labor: Every Woman's Guide to Choosing Less Pain and More Joy During Childbirth
by William Camann Kathryn J. AlexanderTHE FIRST COMPLETE, COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO PAIN RELIEF DURING LABOR AND DELIVERY. Far too many expectant mothers find themselves unprepared when labor begins and natural techniques don't effectively manage the pain. This indispensable guide provides reassuring, proven approaches to combining medical and natural techniques to ensure the most comfortable pain-free labor possible. In Easy Labor, you'll discover * what to expect during labor, and key factors that affect your comfort * the facts on epidurals, safety concerns, and how effectively they reduce pain * the pros and cons of pain-relief medications * complementary and alternative methods, including water immersion, acupuncture, hypnosis, massage, and birth balls * how your choice of hospital or birth center affects your pain-management options * techniques to calm and eliminate the specific fears and stresses associated with childbirth So relax and enjoy your pregnancy, with this important book by your side! From the Trade Paperback edition.
Easy Low-Carb Slow Cooking: A Prep-and-Go Cookbook for Ketogenic, Paleo & Low-Carb High-Fat Diets
by Robin DonovanFinally, a Low Carb Cookbook with Prep-and-Go Recipes for Healthy LivingLow-carb diets are more popular than ever. Limiting refined carbohydrates and increasing healthy fats and proteins can help you lose weight and improve cardiovascular health. Cooking your own meals is essential when trying to eat a low-carb diet, as dining out or buying prepared foods can make it difficult to adhere to a low-carb lifestyle.With this in mind, Robin Donovan, New York Times bestselling co-author of Dr. Gott's No Flour, No Sugar Diet, has created the ultimate low-carb cookbook. By using healthy, truly low-carb ingredients, Easy Low-Carb Slow Cooking is the only low carb cookbook that allows you to enjoy flavorful meals that are good for your waistline and your wallet. By gearing these recipes to the convenience and ease of the slow cooker, prep time and cleanup has never been simpler.More than 125 "prep-and-go" slow cooker recipes designed to make a low-carb, high fat diet easier than everTruly low-carb, high fat dishes that follow ketogenic dietary guidelines, as well as "Make It Paleo" substitution tipsDetailed nutritional information for each recipe, including macronutrient percentages for carbs, fat, and proteinEnjoy low carb cooking recipes such as: Frittata with Cherry Tomatoes, Asparagus & Thyme * Cinnamon Crunch Coffee Cake * Curried Broccoli, Cheddar & Toasted Almond Soup * Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Barbecue Sauce * Thai Red Curry Beef with Coconut Sauce * Chocolate-Macadamia Nut Cheesecake * and more!
Easy Out (Lorimer Sports Stories)
by Steven SandorWestlock is a small town with a long baseball history. But registrations are down, and there are only enough kids in town to fill one team. So Mo Montpetit's team is entered into the Baseball AA league. All the kids registered will be playing rep ball. No tryouts needed. Mo's dad is a baseball legend in Westlock. And that's Mo's problem. Mo isn't very good. He can't hit a rep-level fastball. And as the season starts, the strikeouts and errors mount. The Westlock team loses game after game. How can these kids compete in a league well above their heads? And how can Mo step out of his dad's long shadow? Find the answers in this fast-paced high/low sports story. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group.
Easy Peasy: A Novel
by Lesley GlaisterA WWII vet&’s suicide drives his daughter to uncover his troubled past in this &“absorbing, poignant&” novel from the award-winning author of Partial Eclipse (Publishers Weekly). Zelda Dawkins knows her older lover, Foxy, is going to leave her. As Zelda prays for something, anything, to prevent the inevitable, she receives a call from her mother. Zelda&’s father, a World War II prisoner of war, has hanged himself. It&’s not what Zelda wanted. It&’s also not unexpected. Zelda comes from a family of unspoken things. Foxy is hers. But for Zelda, her father&’s suicide is more than a wellspring for her grief, rage, and guilt. It was his final escape from the screaming nightmares that kept her awake when she was young—and the closely guarded secret he took to bed with him. It&’s also stirring in Zelda memories and unanswered questions of her childhood: Why did her father seem to reject her in favor of a damaged neighborhood boy named Vassil? Why was he so taken with the boy&’s mother, a prostitute? How did Vassil come to be so disfigured? And what happened to her father those five years in a Japanese prison camp? It&’s time for Zelda to confront the past, its legacy of cruelty, and to unearth the secrets—her father&’s and her own—that have a cast a shadow over her life. &“A writer of addictive emotional thrillers—as if Ruth Rendell had got hold of an A. S. Byatt novel and stripped out the digressive bits.&” —The Independent &“Step into the world of family secrets, lies and whispers in the dark.&” —The Sunday Telegraph
Easy Peasy: A Novel
by Lesley GlaisterA WWII vet&’s suicide drives his daughter to uncover his troubled past in this &“absorbing, poignant&” novel from the award-winning author of Partial Eclipse (Publishers Weekly). Zelda Dawkins knows her older lover, Foxy, is going to leave her. As Zelda prays for something, anything, to prevent the inevitable, she receives a call from her mother. Zelda&’s father, a World War II prisoner of war, has hanged himself. It&’s not what Zelda wanted. It&’s also not unexpected. Zelda comes from a family of unspoken things. Foxy is hers. But for Zelda, her father&’s suicide is more than a wellspring for her grief, rage, and guilt. It was his final escape from the screaming nightmares that kept her awake when she was young—and the closely guarded secret he took to bed with him. It&’s also stirring in Zelda memories and unanswered questions of her childhood: Why did her father seem to reject her in favor of a damaged neighborhood boy named Vassil? Why was he so taken with the boy&’s mother, a prostitute? How did Vassil come to be so disfigured? And what happened to her father those five years in a Japanese prison camp? It&’s time for Zelda to confront the past, its legacy of cruelty, and to unearth the secrets—her father&’s and her own—that have a cast a shadow over her life. &“A writer of addictive emotional thrillers—as if Ruth Rendell had got hold of an A. S. Byatt novel and stripped out the digressive bits.&” —The Independent &“Step into the world of family secrets, lies and whispers in the dark.&” —The Sunday Telegraph
Easy Street (Orca Soundings)
by Jeff RossThree years ago Rob’s brother, Adam, was sent to jail for his part in the death of a girl who overdosed at a rave. But now that he has been released, Rob hopes that things can go back to the way they used to be. He soon realizes this is impossible. His brother has changed, the times have changed, and Rob has changed. Adam tells his mom and brother that he is planning to apply to a college in Toronto. He has already discovered how difficult it can be for someone with a criminal record to land a job and thinks he needs to get some education under his belt. He invites Rob to go on a road trip to the city to check out the college. However, Rob suspects that Adam hasn’t asked him along just for company. Adam still believes that there’s an easy way to get to where he wants to be. And if Rob can’t find a way to save Adam from himself, he just might go down with him.
Easy Weaning: Everything you need to know about spoon feeding and baby-led weaning
by Sara PatienceWeaning your child has never been so confusing: the government says one thing, an expert says another; some people are into baby-led weaning, some swear by purées. Easy Weaning cuts through the noise and provides clear, realistic advice drawn from Sara’s work with thousands of families as a health visitor, nutritionist and nurse. Without seeking to promote one weaning method over another, Easy Weaning equips you with all the information you need to confidently wean and feed your child.· Step by step advice for all the key stages of weaning· How to establish healthy eating patterns· Simple, delicious recipes that all the family can enjoy· Detailed chapters on fussy eating, allergies and intolerances, problem-solving and more!
Eat Cake: A Novel (Bride Series)
by Jeanne RayRuth loves to bake cakes. When she is alone, she dreams up variations on recipes. When she meditates, she imagines herself in the warm, comforting center of a gigantic bundt cake. If there is a crisis, she bakes a cake; if there is a reason to celebrate, she bakes a cake. Ruth sees it as an outward manifestation of an inner need to nurture her family--which is a good thing, because all of a sudden that family is rapidly expanding. First, her mother moves in after robbers kick in her front door in broad daylight. Then Ruth's father, a lounge singer, who she's seen only occasionally throughout her life, shatters both wrists and, having nowhere else to go, moves in, too. Her mother and father just happen to hate each other with a deep and poisonous emotion reserved only for life-long enemies. Oh, yes indeed!Add to this mix two teenagers, a gainfully employed husband who is suddenly without a job, and a physical therapist with the instincts of a Cheryl Richardson and you've got a delightful and amusing concoction that comes with its own delicious icing.One of Jeanne Ray's specialties is giving us believable, totally likable characters, engaged in the large and small dramas and amusements of life. Eat Cake is whimsical, warm, and satisfying. Eat Cake is Jeanne Ray at her best. Pull up a chair and eat cake!
Eat Like a Champion: Performance Nutrition for Your Young Athlete
by Jill CastleIt&’s hard keeping up with the nutritional needs for kids, and even harder getting them to actually eat many of these foods. Learn how to get your athlete on the right track.With athletic kids, there&’s even more to pay attention to! Most young athletes are not eating properly to compete--too many convenient but empty calories that are doing them more harm than good. As a result, these young athletes are losing energy when they should be increasing it, feeling deterred when they should be motivated, and decreasing muscle mass when they need it more than ever.Fortunately, with the right nutrition, young athletes can increase their energy, bolster their motivation, gain muscle mass, overcome fatigue, and improve their performance. Registered dietitian and childhood nutrition expert Jill Castle has written this must-read resource for every parent of active kids ages eight through eighteen.In Eat Like a Champion, parents will find help in:Tailoring diets for training, competition, and even off-seasonFinding the best food options, whether at home or on the goAddressing counterproductive or unhealthy patternsUnderstanding where supplements, sports drinks, and performance-enhancing substances do--and don&’t--fit inComplete with charts, recipes, and practical meal and snack ideas that can help athletic youngsters eat to win, Eat Like a Champion just may be the difference-maker in your athlete&’s next game!
Eat Sleep Tantrum Repeat: How to Parent Like a Pediatrician and Keep Your Toddler Happy and Healthy
by Rebekah DiamondWritten with a doctor&’s expertise and a working mom&’s empathy, this stress-free, scientific, and safe guide from the author of Parent like a Pediatrician is a one-stop resource for parenting through the &“terrible twos&” and &“threenager&” years, while keeping it fun for everyone. Congratulations! You&’ve survived the first twelve months of parenthood, along with all the joys, worry, and sleep deprivation they bring. Welcome to the toddler years—and a whole new set of challenges. From toilet training, picky eating, and naptime to separation anxiety, screen time, and (whisper it) tantrums, toddlerhood brings developmental milestones and decisions that can feel totally daunting, especially in this golden age of mommy bloggers, parenting podcasts, and fear-mongering posts. How can you feel confident and empowered in your choices when there is so much at stake? As both an experienced pediatrician and a mother, Rebekah Diamond understands the need for a childrearing approach that keeps things simple, without sacrificing science or safety. Just as she did in her first book, Parent Like a Pediatrician, which focused on your baby&’s first year, she cuts through the noise to tackle the wonders and hardships of raising a toddler. Instead of strict guidelines and overwhelming commands, Dr. Diamond offers advice that is medically sound, inclusive, and realistic for busy parents. There is no single &“right&” away to parent, but Eat Sleep Tantrum Repeat will show you how to create a way that is right for you and your child, and make these toddler years safe, science-approved, and joyful.
Eat That Frog! for Students: 22 Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Excel in School
by Brian Tracy Anna LeinbergerAdapted from the bestseller that &“firmly gets to the root cause of why people procrastinate [and] effortlessly explains how to boost your productivity&” (Micro Business Hub). Students of all ages can struggle with how to manage their time. Encountering the necessity of time management for the first time, high schoolers juggle classes, extracurricular activities, jobs, internships, family responsibilities, and more. College brings more freedom and less structure—making time management even more critical. Brian Tracy&’s Eat That Frog! has helped millions around the world get more done in less time. Now this life-changing global bestseller has been adapted to the specific needs of students. Tracy offers tips, tools, and techniques for structuring time, setting goals, staying on task (even when you&’re not interested), dealing with stress, and developing the skills to achieve far more than you ever thought possible!
Eat This Not That! For Kids!
by David Zinczenko Matt GouldingIt's no secret that children are getting fatter: 17% of this country's youth are overweight or obese, and the number of diabetic children has nearly quadrupled in the past thirty years. Now, to help combat the problem, David Zinczenko, editor-in-chief of Men's Health, and co-author Matt Goulding have created Eat This, Not That! for Kids. This must-have guide for concerned parents offers detailed analysis and nutritional tips on thousands of the most popular food choices for kids. Covering the best and worst options available at the most popular restaurants in the country as well as the healthiest-and most harmful-foods in the supermarket aisles, if kids are eating it, this book is probably analyzing it. Other features include:-Restaurant Report Cards on the best chain restaurants for your kids-Drink This, Not That! for Kids-The 20 Worst Kids' Meals in America-10 Healthy" Foods that Aren't-The 8 Foods You Should Feed Your Kid Every Day"
Eat This, Not That When You're Expecting: The Doctor-Recommended Plan for Baby and You! Your Complete Guide to the Very Best Foods for Every Stage of Pregnancy
by David Zinczenko Dr Jennifer AshtonThe authoritative, must-have healthy-eating guide for pregnant women, from America's most trusted OB/GYN and the mega-selling authors of Eat This, Not That! Master These Fast and Easy Food Swaps--For Your Happiest, Healthiest Baby! Tired of worrying about what you should be eating for your baby--and for you? Dr. Jennifer Ashton, chief women's health correspondent for ABC News, has delivered 1,500 happy, healthy babies, and now she's here to help yours. Eat This, Not That! When You're Expecting features trimester-by-trimester meal plans, detailed restaurant-by-restaurant guides, and aisle-by-aisle supermarket swaps--not to mention easy, delicious recipes that satisfy every craving. Now you can order, cook, and enjoy meals with total confidence, thanks to this authoritative, must-have healthy-eating guide, from America's most trusted OB/GYN with David Zinczenko, co-founder of Eat This, Not That! You'll learn: * The essential nutrients, and where to find them. * What to order when you're eating out. * What to buy, aisle-by-aisle in the supermarket. * How to cook delicious craving crushers and healthy meals. * And how to stop worrying, live healthfully, and enjoy the next amazing nine months. Whatever you're hungry for, wherever you happen to be, Dr. Ashton delivers the answers: Which foods are allowed? Get the scoop on cheese, fish, diet soda, and more--including a complete guide to brand names. Which chemicals are harmful? Find authoritative answers on artificial sweeteners, MSG, and questionable pregnancy foods. Which brands are best? Arm yourself with simple and delicious guides to healthy pizza, pasta, sandwiches, even burgers! How do I handle cravings? Discover 1,000s of food swaps for every desire--with hundreds of quick, simple, and satisfying recipes. PLUS! A complete morning sickness survival guide! Turn to the insightful and authoritative menu plans in Eat This, Not That! When You're Expecting to help you: * Give your child a head start with delicious brain-boosting pregnancy foods. * Reduce your baby's risk of allergies and asthma. * Protect yourself and your child from obesity today--and long into the future. * Make delivery safer, easier and less painful!From the Trade Paperback edition.
Eat Well, Lose Weight, While Breastfeeding
by Eileen BehanThe new mom's most trusted resource-now revised and updated to include the latest in nutrition and dietary concernsThis hands-on guide provides mothers with expert advice on losing weight and eating well, so you can feel good about your decision to nurse. Registered dietitian, professional nutritionist, and mother of two Eileen Behan shows you how to shed pounds safely and naturally while nourishing a happy, healthy baby. Learn what and how much to eat, what foods to avoid, the best exercises, plus ways to keep the pounds off after you stop breastfeeding. Get the latest on:* vitamin and mineral recommendations from the frontlines of nutrition research* the Glycemic Index-what it is and what it means to breastfeeding women * fish safety-what you need to know about toxin levels to protect you and your baby* low-carb diets-good or bad for breastfeeding moms?* calcium-does it speed up weight loss?* whole grains-the best ways to integrate this ultimate energy food into your diet* nuts-high-protein food or fattening snack?* childhood obesity-how to prevent harmful eating habits, from breastfeeding through toddler years* sugar substitutes-which ones are best?PLUS-All new crock-pot recipes, more Web-based resources, and a breakthrough eating plan that allows mothers to eat well, lose weight naturally, and have a happy nursing experience.
Eat Yourself Pregnant
by Zita WestZita West, midwife to Cate Blanchett, Stella McCartney and Kate Winslet, shares her expertise in nutrition to help you and your baby stay healthy naturally throughout your pregnancy. It is crucial to eat an optimum diet during pregnancy. Your levels of nutrients need to be high in order to support you through the process of pregnancy, and the baby that you're carrying inside of you needs the full range of nutrients to be as healthy as possible. It can be difficult and tiring to make nutrient-filled meals, but Zita gives you clear information and simple, easy-to-make recipes. The first section of the book covers details such as what nutrients are important and what they do for you and your baby, and foods that are unhealthy to consume during pregnancy. The second section uses the vitamins and nutrients explained in the first section in 80 delicious recipes. Introduction Your Health (nutrients your body needs as it changes, sources of these nutrients, foods that help with the side effects of pregnancy, the importance of safe exercise) Your Baby's Health (nutrients your baby needs to grow, what they do, sources of these nutrients) What to Avoid (foods not to eat why they are bad for you and your baby) Breakfasts Light Meals Snacks and Treats Main Meals Desserts.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Eat Yourself Pregnant
by Zitz WestZita West, midwife to Cate Blanchett, Stella McCartney and Kate Winslet, shares her expertise in nutrition to help you and your baby stay healthy naturally throughout your pregnancy. It is crucial to eat an optimum diet during pregnancy. Your levels of nutrients need to be high in order to support you through the process of pregnancy, and the baby that you're carrying inside of you needs the full range of nutrients to be as healthy as possible. It can be difficult and tiring to make nutrient-filled meals, but Zita gives you clear information and simple, easy-to-make recipes. The first section of the book covers details such as what nutrients are important and what they do for you and your baby, and foods that are unhealthy to consume during pregnancy. The second section uses the vitamins and nutrients explained in the first section in 80 delicious recipes. Introduction Your Health (nutrients your body needs as it changes, sources of these nutrients, foods that help with the side effects of pregnancy, the importance of safe exercise) Your Baby's Health (nutrients your baby needs to grow, what they do, sources of these nutrients) What to Avoid (foods not to eat why they are bad for you and your baby) Breakfasts Light Meals Snacks and Treats Main Meals Desserts.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Eat and Get Gas: A Novel
by J.A. WrightThirteen-year-old Evan Hanson is always the last in her family to know what&’s going on—at least, that&’s how it feels. Her father, Gene, who&’s been meaner since he began serving in Vietnam, isn&’t around much, and she likes it better that way. But then her brother, Adam, gets drafted and her anti-war mother, Endura, takes him across the border to Canada, leaving Evan alone with Gene and her younger, special needs brother, Teddy. When he realizes Endura isn&’t returning, Gene takes Evan and Teddy to Eat and Get Gas, his mother&’s café and gas station in Hoquiam, Washington. There, as well as her no-nonsense but loving grandma, Evan encounters Aunt Vivian, a teasing but caring know-it-all; Uncle Frankie, injured in Vietnam and suffering from PTSD; Paco, the draft dodger Frankie is hiding; Hal and Hubert, the strange but gentle next-door neighbors who play the piano like virtuosos and help out when they&’re needed; and Louanne, Frankie&’s reserved, sensitive sister. She is drawn in particular to Louanne, who was disfigured by a car accident that killed the rest of her and Frankie&’s family. At Eat and Get Gas, Evan finds a new freedom, and she starts to carve out a place for herself by helping in the café and sorting mail for Uncle Frankie, who runs a postal route in addition to running the gas station. She eventually, too, learns some of the family secrets she&’s been kept in the dark about—and comes to understand that her mother isn&’t coming back any time soon. Then, after reading a letter that wasn&’t meant for her, Evan discovers the biggest secret of all.
Eat at Home Tonight: 101 Simple Busy-Family Recipes for Your Slow Cooker, Sheet Pan, Instant Pot®, and More
by Tiffany KingFounder of the Eat at Home website and family meal-planning wizard Tiffany King shares recipes focused on simplicity, flavor, and healthy balance to help home cooks end every day with an affordable family dinner.A popular food blogger with 8.5 million page views, Tiffany King's debut cookbook is crafted for those nights "when life happens." This is the cookbook to turn to when all hope of a homemade, wholesome dinner seems lost: when the fridge is empty, when it's already 8pm, when one kid has soccer practice and the other dance, when there's no time for cleanup because homework has to get done. Just like her blog, King's book is tirelessly encouraging and realistic. The recipes feature bright vegetables and affordable pantry ingredients. The book, uniquely arranged by "excuses," includes sidebars with mealtime conversation starters and helpful cooking hints.