I agree with the idea of a canister stove for you. I have a Primus Micron, but I wouldn't recommend it given other choices. I don't like the pot supports. I would look at one of these- Soto Regulator

The direct link won't work for some reason, but go to the MEC website and you should find it.

A newer brand on the market, but this stove gets good reviews. I've seen one at REI (our version of MEC).

Also stay away from the MSR XGK. It is a great stove for climbers, it is not a stove for serious cooking. I have one of them too. I also have a couple of other stoves, including the traditional Svea 123, an Optimus Nova (too finicky) and a Coleman Xtreme (a good stove, but out of production and canisters are no longer available).