Favorite Cookbook?

One of my favorite cookbooks is called Desperation Dinners! by Beverly Mills and Alicia Ross. The subtitle says "Home-cooked meals for frantic families in 20 minutes flat." The thing I appreciate most about it, besides that the meals are quick, is that it uses mostly single real ingredients.

Here's a recipe from the book that we enjoy occasionally.

Right-Away Beef Penne

2c. (8oz) penne
1# lean ground beef
2c. frozen green, red and yellow bell pepper stir-fry mix (I often use fresh)
2c. frozen corn
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 can red kidney beans
1 can chili style diced tomatoes (I have used plain or fresh, adjust seasonings to taste.)
1/2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Cook penne and drain.

In extra deep 12 in. skillet, cook and crumble meat until mostly brown, about 5 min.
Add the pepper stir-fry mix, corn, chili powder, cumin, and onion powder to meat.
Stir well. Cook until meat is completely brown, 3-4 minutes more.

Drain beans and add to skillet, along with the tomatoes and their juice.
Reduce heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add drained penne to beef mixture, stir.
Sprinkle cheese on top, cover skillet, and cook just until the cheese melts, about 1 minute.
Serve.
Makes 6 servings.


Do you have a favorite cookbook to recommend?