Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade 20-Minute Meals 2 (Paperback)

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Product Description

In Semi-Homemade 20-Minute Meals 2, Sandra Lee delivers another delicious collection of timesaving, shortcut meals that use the 70% store bought and 30% “fresh” or homemade formula. The cookbook features 60 perfect meal pairs, so there is no time wasted guessing which main dish will go with which side dish. And, if the occasion calls for it, there are chapters on tempting Treats and Starters, all designed to maximize flavor and minimize your time in the kitchen.

About the Author

Sandra Lee is an internationally acclaimed Lifestylist and New York Times best-selling author. She is the premier authority of Semi-Homemade cooking—a quick and easy method of food preparation where nothing is made from scratch, but everything tastes homemade.
“My first book, Semi-Homemade Cooking, was not just a labor of love for me, but an expansion of my philosophy.… I feel fortunate that it has been so embraced by the public.”—Sandra Lee

Product Details

• Paperback: 237 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (November 6, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0696238160
• ISBN-13: 978-0696238161
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 9.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #111,666 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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27 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars even better than the first 20 minute cookbook, December 1, 2007

By	Nikki D. (Ocala, FL, USA) - See all my reviews

There are many people who turn their noses up at Sandra Lee but I must tell you - I find her cookbooks lovely to look at, well-written and the food super easy for busy people to deal with. Her Semi-Homemade philosophy was something I was already doing somewhat in my own kitchen; depending upon short-cuts to get good meals prepared quickly.

Sometimes I want to do the whole "Slow Food" thing. That is great when I have the time. But when I have been working for 10 hours and I just want to make some good food, Sandra Lee saves the day.

I liked her first 20 minute meals book rather well but this one is even better. I have all of her cookbooks except the one on desserts because I never make desserts - that one is 100 percent purchased in the store for me! I am not a baker or a pastry chef so why even pretend to be.

I enjoy her show on the Food Network but I was a fan of hers before she was ever on the network and had put out two cookbooks, Cooking 1 and Cooking 2.

Her personal story is also very inspirational. She has been through so much and yet still has amazing optimism and strong values. Sandra Lee is very likable as well as a kitchen whiz!

Don't hate her because she is a gorgeous blonde - her soul is absolutely BRUNETTE!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you like fast and easy, this is the book for you!, March 22, 2008

By	N. A. Carr "FamilyCarrMommy" (Orange, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This is the third cookbook by Sandra Lee that I have purchased. I have been very happy with all three, and especially this one. Each meal is extremely tasty and I have no problem substituting items I wouldn't normally use. For instance, in a recipe she recommends instant mashed potatoes--which I am strictly against. But, I find it very easy to whip up some mashed potatoes and add her other ingredients. The recipes come out great everytime! I highly recommend it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome recipes!, February 22, 2008

By	B. Buras "Love new recipes" (Bucks County, PA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Just love this recipe book!
Great tasting recipes that are easy and don't take too long!
Would highly recommend