If you want to eat well during the week, but don’t have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen, Weeknight Fresh & Fast, a new Williams-Sonoma book, is the answer. Kristine Kidd, former food editor at Bon Appétit Magazine, has assembled a mouthwatering collection of quick and healthy recipes that call for fresh seasonal ingredients. Conveniently organized by seasons, every chapter features 25 main courses, each accompanied by a full-page photo. From spring Risotto with Leeks and Sugar Snaps and summer Grilled Chicken and Corn with Smoked Paprika Rub to Molasses-Glazed Roast Pork and Sweet Potatoes for cold weather cooking, you’ll find a cornucopia of tempting entrees to try. There are also suggestions for side dishes and tips for putting leftovers to use later in the week.

Weeknight Fresh and Fast by Kristine Kidd
Weldon Owen Publishers 2011
$29.95