216 fabulous gourmet recipes that are easy and quick to make and don't require expensive ingredients. Many cuisines represented including French, Italian, Mediterranean, Chinese, Southeast Asian, Latin and good-ole American. Something for every course: appetizers, hors-d'oeuvres, salads, soups, main courses, side dishes, desserts, breakfasts - they are all here. Detailed instructions make these recipes simple for the near-novice chef. Guaranteed to please every palate.