One of the most prolific vegetarian cookbook authors today, Nava Atlas has streamlined recipes down to their tasty essence. Using ingenious shortcuts and some commercially prepared ingredients, she helps time crunched cooks put healthy family meals on the table in record time. A working Mom who understands the pressures of juggling career and family, the author's tips on menu planning, stocking the pantry and shopping can help save readers even more valuable time.

The recipes range from simple and kid friendly to sophisticated, but all are simple to prepare with minimal ingredients. Chapters include:

• Simplicity in a Soup Pot
• Streamlined Salads; Pasta
• Grains and Beans; Essential Soy
• Pizzas; Wraps; Pared Down Potatoes
• Veggie Side Dishes
• Sauces, Dips and Sandwich Spreads
• Fruits

For vegetarians or for those who are simply trying to eat healthier, this book is a boon to busy cooks everywhere.