Do you ever really “finish” reading a cookbook? I’ve now made quite a few of the recipes in this book and for the most part was delighted with the results (generally easy, and generally tasty). Originally I was particularly excited by the concept of having recipes batched by week, so in theory you just go shopping once for all of them and then already have the needed items on hand for a week’s worth of dinners. However, it’s really tailored to a four-person family’s needs. Even cutting amounts back, I just don’t have the time (or need) to cook every night (especially with the heaping portions these recipes generate—leftovers are great!). For me, it makes more sense to shop for only two of the recipes per week (and I’m not even that regular).

Still, there are several recipes I have remade or plan to remake (Tofu and Black Bean Stew, Veggie Lasagna, Three B’s Salad, etc.) and it’s certainly given me the chance to try out some new ingredients. Yum!