Nigella Express by Nigella Lawson (2007, Hardcover)

I love watching Nigella on "Nigella Express" on the Food Network. She has a soothing way about her cooking. No rushing around like Wonder Woman or balancing a tower of food to get to the counter, but her prepared meals still don't take a lot of time and watching her prepare them is a real pleasure. This book is for people who don't want complicated foods, but still want good food in less time. The book contains lots of color photos and about 130 recipes. She includes a lot of her most reliable standbys for everyday and for company. Some of the recipes are her "Crab and Avocado Salad with Japanese Dressing,"....."Brandied-Bacony Chicken," and "Seared Salmon with Singapore Noodles. She has also simplified some of her favorite desserts such as "Crepes Suzette,"...."White Chocolate Mint Mousse"....and "Glitzy Chocolate Puddings" to name a few. Many of the meals can be prepared ahead of time and served later.
Another book I loved adding to my collection!

I bought this book because I love Nigella and she makes everything look so easy and delicious. Well, the book showcases dishes that no "average" or "everyday" family would eat. The ingredients are to say the least unusual and not something that I would have as a staple in my pantry. I was disappointed that not one of the recipes is anything that I would take the time to cook and buy the ingredients for! I regifted it as a Christmas present.