— Comfort Food Makeovers/ All Your Favorites Made Lighter from America’s Kitchen. From spaghetti to mashed potatoes to macaroni cheese, 178 recipes that will cut the calories and the fat by a third – or more from your favorite dishes. $26.95.
— Family Table/ Favorite Staff Meals from Our Restaurants to Your Home by Michael Romano and Karen Stabiner. From the staffs of some of New York’s favorite restaurants, more than 150 diverse and delectable recipes. $35.
— The Big Book of Cakes from Betty Crocker. From classic favorites to contemporary creations, 200 recipes that include layer cakes, rolled cakes, themed cakes, cupcakes and more. $19.99
— Pick Fresh Cookbook from Cooking Light. Billed as a helpful guide to get most from fresh fruits and vegetables, this book not only serves up 150 recipes but expert gardening advice as well. 21.95