Lighter Quicker Better

By Richard Sax and Marie Simmons

William Morrow 2000

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Simmons and Sax, long time collaborators for their “Cooking for Health” column in Bon Appetit magazine, pooled their extensive cooking knowledge, wise palates, and 200 of their deliciously healthful recipes to create Lighter Quicker Better. Winner of both the James Beard and Julia Child Cookbook Awards for best book in the healthy cooking category the book was considered ground breaking in its sensible approach to eating well without deprivation.

Recipe Sampler

·        White Bean Soup with Parmesan Rinds and Gremolata

·        Spicy Seafood Stew

·        Broiled Zucchini with Lemon and Mint

·        Cornish Hens Braised in the Style of Osso Buco

Praise for Lighter Quicker Better

“Both a source of new recipes and primer of techniques and ideas for reducing fat in your favorite existing recipes, Lighter Quicker Better is designed to be more than a good read. It is intended for that special shelf reserved for books you use all the time.”  Washington Post

“If you’re looking for a good, all-purpose cookbook that combines great taste and healthful eating, Lighter Quicker Better includes more than 200 simple recipes influenced by a variety of American and International cuisines. There’s something for everyone.” American Health Magazine