The New Indian Slow Cooker: Recipes for Curries, Dals, Chutneys, Masalas, Biryani, and More ($19.99, 144 pp) by Neela Paniz is a collection of both classic and innovative recipes transforming traditional, slow-cooked Indian dishes into quick meals you can enjoy at any time. One of the leading voices of contemporary Indian cuisine, Neela Paniz offers over 60 “fix-it-and-forget-it” recipes that eliminate hour-long braising and simmering techniques while keeping bold Indian flavors. This book is perfect for busy cooks, and has both meat-based and vegetarian-friendly recipes.

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Posted on 5/13/15