This comprehensive box set offers a fresh approach to food that is perfect for today's busy cook, showing how to achieve maximum flavor with minimum effort. Every recipe tastes sensational but requires just three or four ingredients, saving you time in planning, shopping and preparation.

Each book begins with detailed introductions packed with handy tips and advice on store-cupboard essentials, quick and easy cooking techniques and simple equipment, plus information on how to rustle up basics like stocks, sauces and garnishes. The recipes that follow offer dishes for every occasion, from quick breakfast bites, light lunches and tasty appetizers to fun family meals, elegant dinner party main courses and delicious desserts.

Start your day with tantalizing Apricot Turnovers or Eggs Benedict, spice up lunchtime with Broccoli and Chilli Spaghetti, impress your friends by serving Guinea Fowl with Whisky Sauce, liven up teatime with scrumptious Chocolate and Prune Refrigerator Bars, or treat yourself to a Tropical Fruit Royale.

Whichever mouthwatering dish you choose, the easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and delectable photographs will ensure you achieve spot-on results every time. This is the perfect volume for creative cooks everywhere who want good and nutritious food without fuss.