You might think that dinner s sorted if you have baked beans in the cupboard and a loaf of bread from last week, but sometimes you crave a proper meal - just like you'd get at home - without needing a degree in cookery. If you're no Jamie or Nigella, don't worry; there is hope for you yet. The Student Cookbook will get you through your studies and become more valuable to you than any textbook. You won't need lots of kitchen gadgets, hours in front of the stove or a loan to make these recipes -they are all easy and cheap, and will fill you up, warm the soul, soothe the body, and fuel the mind. Start with Kitchen Know-how: which essentials to stock up on so that you always have the foundation of a simple meal; tips on key equipment to buy; simple rules of food hygiene and kitchen safety; and no-fuss ingredients tips so you can whip up some grub no matter how little is lurking in your kitchen. When you're having a late-night essay crisis and you turn to the fridge for salvation. The Student Cookbook will come to the rescue with quick, stress-free Snacks and Sides. Chapters on Easy Mains and Vegetarian Mains include everything you could possibly want in your repertoire: Toad-in-the-Hole, Spaghetti Bolognese, Chilli Chicken Enchiladas, Vegetable Noodle Stir-fry and lots more. Master the recipes in Food to Impress and you're sure to win friends. Finally, when there's no chocolate in the house and you need to satisfy a sweet craving, turn to Sweet Things and indulge in Mint Brownies and Nutty Plum Crumble.