Dianne Page

The Paperfronts series are thoroughly useful little books with words like 'nourishing' and 'practical' sprinkled throughout. This book certainly does what the title indicates and its practicality does not signify that the recipes are in any way stodgy or boring. If you have a slow cooker, this book is invaluable.

A very British cookbook with lots of steamed puddings (Steak and Kidney, Christmas, Date and Walnut). Very good basic instructions on how to use the slow cooker, as well as a variety of good sounding recipes. I'm going to enjoy using this!