More than 1,400 recipes-including tried-and-true classics as well as fresh flavors-tested and perfected in the Better Homes and Gardens(R) Test Kitchen. Special bonus chapter created especially for newlywed couples-featuring dinners for two, top ten recipes for new cooks, entertaining friends, hosting holiday meals, contemporary cocktails, and more Advice and tips for couples on how to set up their first kitchen together Cooking Basics chapter includes need-to-know kitchen survival advice including food safety, make-ahead cooking, must-have timesaving kitchen gadgets and emergency substitution charts. Essential need-to-know information conveniently located at the front of each chapter for easy reference helps ensure cooking success. Hundreds of hints and tips. Easy-to-read cooking charts. More than 800 full-color photos of finished dishes, how-to demonstrations and food IDs.