The most used cookbook in my house
595715
I absolutely love this cookbook. It is VERY frequently used. It uses easy-to-find ingredients, easy-to-follow instructions, and the recipes are DELICIOUS! I've almost worn through it, and I've had it less than a year. I really like the index (for when I have a random ingredient I need to use) and the "Quick Meals" section (great for summer get-togethers when I need ideas for a few courses). BUY THIS BOOK! You won't regret it! I'm buying her other ones now!
4257978
I have an extensive collection of cookbooks.  This has got to be one of the books that I refer to again and again in order to refresh my cooking repertoire.  "Incredible Cuisine" was the first cookbook that I used to impress my boyfriend (now husband), and both my well-traveled father and father-in-law.  Almost all the fish and shellfish recipes are divine and the pictures gave me ideas to turn my plates into "works of art."
 Back when I was quite the novice cook, my husband brought me over to my father-in-law's home and I made a version of the swordfish with lemon-caper sauce, my father-in-law seriously thought I was a gourmet cook.
I can't thank Mr. Brehier enough!
89256
I love this cookbook. It's the first cookbook I bought as an "adult" and it has pretty much everything in it. I can look up pretty much every classic type of recipe and there will always be something in there. I love the sections where it does an heirloom recipe and a new twist recipe of a similar item.

I always get complemented on my deviled eggs, and they are just a classic, no-nonsense recipe from here. I've been on a kick of baking desserts from scratch after getting a Kitchen Aid mixer and this book has so many cookie, cake and bread recipes. I was glad I didn't have to buy a new book to get these recipes. It's also very well organized.
93649
I love this cookbook! My family likes every recipe we have had from this book!
1593266
I have purchased this cookbook 3 times because my daughter's keep borrowing and asking to keep it. It's loaded with many pictures of great recipes. I believe that there is a picture for all 150 recipes. The recipes are easy to make and taste great. The book doesn't list nutritional values, and has nothing too exotic. It's just loaded with great home cooking type recipes that remind me of home cooked meals mom would make.
3222242
This and its sister book Perfect Party Foods by Diane Phillips are the best cookbooks in my collect.  I have well over 100 current cookbooks that I use.  Without a doubt I use this and the the sister book more than all of the others combined.  Who wouldn't want to make a recipe that can be done in advance?
4232382
Patricia Gregory's book would be a very good choice! The simple fact is that she is a surprisingly good cook. The book is homely, no pictures, poor indexing ... but it's a gem in my collection of over 300 cookbooks.  So many of the recipes are beyond good. When I die my daughters will fight over this one! If you can get your hands on a used copy buy it - then do not under any circumstances loan it out.
1386621
This is a gift to my daughter-in-law and I have not given it to her yet.  I bought my first Better Homes cookbook in 1967 and still use it today.  It has always been my go to cookbook
14716
My husband received this book from a relative after his first wife died and he had to raise two children alone. He used this cookbook constantly. The first time he ever cooked dinner for me, he made the Biscuit Casserole. Delicious! When we married, I began to use the book, too. Some of our family's favorites were Biscuit Casserole, Swiss Chicken, Honey Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken. . . (I still make the Swiss Chicken when I want to really impress someone and I always come across as a gourmet cook!) In 2003 we lost our home in a fire and it took me a long time to find another copy. Now I use it frequently again, making the same things as before and trying new ones (Tamale Pie tonight). I haven't tried anything that isn't delicious. The only negative is that the book was written so long ago that a "large" jar of Ragu sauce has a different meaning these days, so you will have to do some experimentation re: size. If the book is ever printed again, it would be good to have actual sizes of ingredients listed, plus sizes of cooking pans and the number of people a recipe will feed.
138724
This is my favorite cookbook. The beginning has a world map marking where each recipe is from, and each section has an intro that describes common ingredients used in that region. For a world cookbook, the ingredients are easy to find, and often very inexpensive. The recipes are simple to follow, and a few have become such standbys that I have them memorized. My favorites:

Kosheri

Borscht

Mild Basil and Lentil Stew

Best cookbook I own--buy one!
4869434
This is one of my favorite cookbooks. I made their pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving and the traditional pumpkin pie went untouched.(10 guests almost came to blows over the last pieces)  I had to make an additional pie the next day because my family complained that they didn't get seconds of this one. Gorgeous pictures, nice recipes that don't call for too many ingredients and steps.  My two kids have not complained about a single dish from this book and love the desserts. When I'm planning our family meals for the week, this is the one book I consistently grab. I've also used it for party planning and dinner guests.  The two words I would use to describe their recipes are Tasty and Doable. I love a cookbook that doesn't sit on my shelf.
426846
What I really like about this cookbook was that is the true comprehensive cookbook that every house needs.  The recipes are organized in an easy to read-easy to find fashion and include tips on substitutions for ingredients, cooking tips, proper culinary practices, and tricks of the trade.  I learn more than just how to make a specific meal from this book, I learn how to cook.  What's more is that you find your classic favorite recipes intertwined with more modern recipes as well.  It's truly the swiss army knife of cookbooks.  I do have to admit that sometimes it fills me with a little guilt when I use recipes from this book and make them better than my mom.
115090
This book was purchased as a second copy for me. My daughter in law wanted to use my book but since I use it so often I hestiated on passing my copy to her. I ordered her this copy so my well worn and earmarked copy could stay in my kitchen. There are many favorites in this book, as well as, the Quick and Easy Cookbook. Some of the recipes are a favorite of many guests and family members.
2901045
I have over 1000 cookbooks, and this sits on the book shelf for most used.  i return to it again and again.  It is simply a great cookbook with simple and great recipes.  You should add it to your collection.
3424728
I absolutely love this cookbook. Being a college student, overweight, and generally a very busy person, I needed a cookbook with lowcal recipes that were not massively expensive that were a snap to make. I can honestly say out of the 17 cookbooks I own, this cookbook is used the absolute most for the main dishes. The serving sizes are reasonable (though most are built for side dishes, which I have another cookbook for), the recipes are simple and inexpensive, and the outcome is delicious. Even during our "cheat weeks" (my bf and I take one week every other month to add an extra serving of junk, since I don't count calories on my diet) the recipes from this book get whipped out again and again. Some of our favorites:

Ravioli Chicken Carbonara
Chicken Chow Mein (Slow cooker, lovely!)
Honey Glazed Chicken Breasts
Company Pot Roast (Slow cooker)

...and others. Great buy, get it if you can. An absolute jewel!
1349114
I have had (and used) this book for years.  My copy is so used that it is literally falling apart.  I don't see how anyone who has purchased (or inherited) this book could possibly complain.  There are great vegetarian recipes, great chicken recipes, appetizers, meat, desserts.  The recipes are generally quick and easy and all the nutritional information you would ever need is listed.  I was recently diagnosed with high blood pressure and my doctor put me on a strict diet of a maximum of 300 mg of sodium per meal.  I panicked and then I remembered this cookbook and found several recipes that are within my allotment of sodium and actually have flavour.  This book is a definite must for every household.
1750813
I love this cookbook. I bought a second one because the first one is falling apart. These are people's home recipes - tried and true. Sometimes the measurements and directions are a bit uncertain - because it is something a person has made for years and tried to capture on paper - but everything I have used this book for has worked fine and been delicious.