Aren's Library

So I figured this would be a good cookbook for anyone who wants to cook nutritiously and deliciously while maintaining a budget. It's a very delicate recipe that could go either way and Kate Payne found a perfect balance that was great.

Kate touched on everything and anything. Whether it was an intimate party for canning to a dinner party with several people. I always had an idea as to what my ideal kitchen should and would have, but she took it to a whole new level and explained her reasoning as to what would be needed and why. I loved that she referenced books that she uses all the time, and some of which I already have which is great!

Now as always, there were points, while good, that gave me pause. But that's due to personal concern or the ability to find alternatives due to my location. Outside of that, she is very informative and knowledgeable without making one feel like they are being lectured to. She was also very funny. Even things, such as canning, she was very good at.

There were no pictures and not many recipes, but that's fine because what she lacked there was made up more by what she wrote about for helping you live on a budget while getting the most for what you chose to put on the table.

I received this book through a Goodreads giveaway.