Cooking for one is easier than you may think. When you have been used to cooking for a family and you find yourself living alone again, it is easy to fall into the habit of 'grazing' rather than cooking a meal for yourself. This book 'Budget Cooking for One' sets out some simple tried and tested supper recipes that are quick and easy to make. The good thing about these recipes is that they are all recipes I have put together and made for myself and you can substitute a lot of the ingredients for things that you prefer. Be adventurous and enjoy cooking for yourself using fresh ingredients -...

Homemade desserts are something that I nearly gave up on altogether after my children left home. It seemed silly to spend time making the desserts that I had previously made for four or five people only to end up having to eat the same dessert myself for a few days. I absolutely love sweet stuff so I decided to research and adapt some desserts that I could make just for myself but at the same time, were easy to increase for when I had visitors. This book is the results of my labors. There are different types of desserts from baked to frozen, cakes and sweets to hot puddings - and I love them...