We have entered the era of "healthy eating." More and more people are making the commitment to eat quality, nutritious food as a major step in establishing a healthier lifestyle. They have begun to realize that a high-fat, high-sugar, empty-calorie diet will not sustain good health over the long-haul. Garden-Fresh Soups and Stews is a perfect cookbook to be used in that endeavor The recipes in this cookbook have been selected to help people prepare simple, nutritious soups and stews - both for cold winter evening meals and also for refreshing summer meals. Every recipe is made with garden-fresh vegetables combined with a few additional ingredients and seasonings that blend together in magical ways. The best part is that every recipe is extremely easy to prepare and will satisfy even the pickiest eaters in your family. The 41 delicious recipes are rich enough for one-dish meals or the perfect first-course for an elegant dinner that will please even the most discriminating palate.