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Soap fans from around the world tune in to Soap Central for the latest dish on their favorite soaps. Now, there's something new cooking up for fans of drama and intrigue - and it's not what you might expect.

As one of television's top rated dramas, ABC's Desperate Housewives keeps fans riveted with the juicy lives of Wisteria Lane residents Susan, Lynette, Bree, Gabrielle and Edie. Now the primetime soap has printed a cookbook that promises fans "juicy dishes and saucy bits."

Here is a sampling of what readers will find in the cookbook (And don't worry -- Susan's macaroni and cheese is guaranteed to turn out better for you than it does for her!):

• From Bree's kitchen: Bree's dinners are as elegant and refined as she is. Impressive and gourmet, her dinners require a great amount of time and preparation, but the result is always mouthwatering perfection. While her personal-life may be in disarray, Bree keeps up the perfect life appearance with these spectacular recipes: Finger Sandwiches, Bree's Two-Step Braised Duck, and Pineapple-Bran Muffins.

• From Lynette's kitchen: For this time-challenged working mother of four, meals are about convenience and efficiency. Busy climbing the corporate ladder, Lynette serves her young children nutritious meals that can be prepared quickly. However, she also has a few romantic recipes up her sleeve for when the children have been put to sleep. Her family staples include: French Toast for Breakfast (or Dinner) with Blueberry Syrup, Babysitting Cookies, Classic Bistro-Style Mussels in White Wine.

• From Susan's kitchen: For this divorced mother of one, the kitchen is a room which she has yet to conquer. While Susan will go to extraordinary lengths to find love, she has very little patience for baking or cooking. Her idea of the perfect meal is one that requires the least amount of prep time but is a proven kitchen classic. Her simple yet enticing recipes include: Roasted Peppers and Fresh Mozzarella Topped with Arugula Salad, Foolproof Macaroni and Cheese, Fudge Cake.

• From Gabrielle's kitchen: For a woman as glamorous as Gabrielle, it's no surprise that her meals are equally lavish and extravagant. As a woman who likes the finer things in life, Gabrielle's recipes are decadent yet calorie conscious and often reflect her Latin heritage. While her kitchen skills leave much to be desired, Gabrielle relies on her obedient personal chef to prepare her meals. Recipes include: Shrimp with Chorizo and Red Peppers, Mexican Hot Chocolate, and Toasted Angel Food Cake with Spiced Strawberries.

• From Edie's kitchen: Edie does little to mask her flirtatious intentions and her tempting recipes follow suit. She firmly believes that the fastest way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Edie's tantalizing recipes include: Oysters Poached in Champagne and Cream, and Molten Chocolate Cake.

The book was put together by experience chef Chris Styler. He has written for publications such as Family Circle, New York Magazine, and Good Food, and is currently Editor-at-Large for Food Arts magazine.

As a special treat for Soap Central fans, Hyperion, the published of The Desperate Housewives Cookbook, has made available five copies of the book for an online contest. To enter, click here for more details.