Eat Cheap But Eat Well

Book excerpt: From a rising television food personality, delicious meals that wont bust the budget Appearing weekly on syndicated television talk shows, Charles Mattocks has made his reputation as "The Poor Chef"a cook who can create tasty, healthy meals that cost only $3.50 per person or less. Now Mattocks presents more than 120 of his best money-saving dishes. Inspired by cuisines from around the globe, his recipes have only two things in commontheyre incredibly cheap and theyre incredibly delicious. For just a few bucks, thrifty home cooks can serve up dishes like Caribbean Lime Chicken with Grilled Pineapple, Fruity Lamb Curry, Asian-style Nutty Noodles, and Pizza Frittata. With 74 engaging photographs, a whole chapter of vegetarian dishes, and icons to help readers spot the most affordable recipes at a glance, Eat Cheap but Eat Well is sure to find a welcome audience amid todays tough economic times. Charles Mattocks (Tampa, FL) appears weekly as TVs "The Poor Chef" on Daytime, which is syndicated in the Southeast, and The Daily Buzz, which is syndicated nationally. He also has his own radio program on Blog Talk Radio, and his signature spice blend is sold in selected stores in the Southeast.