If your teen son or daughter is no kitchen whizz, dont worry; there is hope for them yet. The Student Cookbook will get them through their studies and become more valuable to them than any textbook. They wont need lots of kitchen gadgets, hours in front of the stove or a loan to make these recipesthe dishes are all easy and cheap, and will fill them up, warm the soul, soothe the body, and fuel the mind. Start with The Basics: which essentials to stock up on so that you always have the foundation of a simple meal; tips on key equipment to buy; simple rules of food hygiene; and no-fuss tips for throwing together ingredients so you can whip up some food no matter how little is lurking in your kitchen. When youre having a late-night essay crisis and you turn to the fridge for salvation, The Student Cookbook will come to the rescue with quick, stress-free Snacks & Bites. Chapters on Easy Meals and Vegetarian Meals include everything you could possibly want in your repertoire: mac and cheese, baked potatoes, stir-fries, spaghetti bolognaise, fajitas, and lots more. Master the recipes in Food to Impress and youre sure to win friends. Finally, when theres no chocolate in the house and you need to satisfy a sweet craving, turn to Just Desserts and indulge in peanut butter brownies or French pancakes.