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Simply Delighted About Simply Suppers

Writer Ellen Jordan
Photographer Natalie Root

With the release of Simply Suppers, chef and author Jennifer Chandler has made all of our lives a lot less complicated—at least when it comes to mealtime. The cookbook continues Chandler’s idea of preparation of great meals with ease, an idea first established in her debut publication, Simply Salads. She’s moved on to suppers and has ideas about every food group and course: vegetables, desserts, pastas, poultry and much more.

Simply Suppers is full of truly mouth-watering supper ideas, including Beef Tostadas, Creamy Garlic Chicken and Parmesan Roasted Tomatoes. However, the book also includes recipes for meals to stock in the freezer; meals that can be made in half an hour; meals that work with leftovers; and even recipe basics—from pie crust to chicken stock. Want to cook supper, but only have a small amount of time? Chandler’s Crawfish Étouffée recipe works perfectly. Need to know what to leave your children when you have to work late? Freeze some Italian Sausage and Spinach Lasagna for the babysitter to re-heat.

In the book, Chandler outlines tips and variations for many of her recipes. She also notes under each offering if it freezes well or is quick to prepare. This seasoned chef and mother has published recipes that she’s been feeding her family for years, and her readers are now the lucky recipients of this great information. Chandler’s Simply Suppers is proof that the busiest mid-Southerner can prepare and enjoy a substantial, delicious dinner, and her recipe variety ensures that every palate is pleased.

Download Recipes:

Cheddar-Pecan Green Bean Casserole
Pan-Roasted Sea Bass with Chive Garlic Compound Butter
Praline Bread Pudding