Name: What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking - A Cookbook
ISBN: 9781454952718

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What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking - A Cookbook

Caroline Chambers

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RECIPES FOR BUSY PEOPLE WHO LOVE GOOD FOOD

With three little boys less than two years apart and a packed schedule as an online creator, Caroline Chambers often doesn't feel like cooking. Can you relate? When you just can't motivate yourself in the kitchen, this is the simple cookbook you should reach for.

Inspired by Caro's wildly popular Substack newsletter of the same name, What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking is brimming with efficient recipes that take the guesswork out of dinner--in fact, each one is a complete meal: protein, veg, starch, done! The recipes are organized by the amount of time they take to cook, so whether you have 15 minutes to throw together Peanutty Pork and Brussels or a little bit longer to simmer Turkey Bolognese with Sneaky Veggies, dinnertime is totally doable. On top of that, Caro gives you more ways to choose, so you can search by protein (Chicken thighs waiting in the fridge? Make White Chicken Chili. Nothing but beans in the pantry? Cannellini Caprese with Burrata is it!) or mood (Tomato Farrotto is perfect for a cozy craving, and Crunchy Honey Harissa Fish Tacos are an excellent way to show off). Most importantly, these recipes include Caro's famously extensive swaps, riffs, tips, shortcuts, and more to be sure they work best for you, helping you save money, improvise, and even learn a thing or two. They don't compromise quality or flavor--and they deliver every time. With as few ingredients, steps, and, of course, dirty dishes as possible, dinner awaits!

Perfect for beginners and those seeking easy cookbooks for simple meals, What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking is the ultimate "I don't want to cook" cookbook. With its focus on efficient, flavorful recipes and minimal ingredients, this easy dinner cookbook appeals to time-constrained parents, working professionals, and anyone who craves delicious homemade meals without the fuss. Readers seeking uncomplicated cookbooks for beginners will appreciate Caroline Chambers' approachable style, clever shortcuts, and flexible recipe options, making this book a go-to resource for satisfying meals on even the most exhausting days.

Book Details

Publisher: Union Square & Co.
Publish Date: Aug 13rd, 2024
Pages: 272
Language: English
Edition: undefined - undefined
Dimensions: 10.10in - 8.20in - 0.90in - 2.55lb
EAN: 9781454952718
Categories: • Methods - Quick & Easy

About the Author

Caroline Chambers grew up in the kitchen on her mom's hip, learning how to cook in their Winston-Salem, North Carolina, home. Her professional food career began in her early twenties when she worked as a chef and caterer. After a stint in a professional test kitchen, Caro struck out on her own as a freelancer, developing recipes for a host of publications as well as brands such as Boursin Cheese and Kim Crawford Wine, and in 2018, she published her first cookbook, Just Married. In 2020--at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic--Caro began sharing her recipes and connecting with home cooks on Instagram (@carochambers), and launched her newsletter, What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking, which flew to the top of the Substack charts; her podcast, So Into That, followed in 2023. Caro lives in Carmel Valley, California, with her husband, George, and their three young sons, Mattis, Calum, and Cashel--one of whom can almost always be found in the kitchen on her hip. When she doesn't feel like cooking, Caro's go-to meal is Veggie Peanut Noods (page 52).

Praise for this book

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AWARDED BEST OF THE YEAR 2024:

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"This cookbook will be your ticket to sanity this fall."
--Wall Street Journal

"What really stood out to me were the indexes. I haven't seen this approach in many cookbooks. . . .There are nine unique categories, and every single one applies to my life."
--Bon Appetit

"She includes swaps, riffs, shortcuts, and takeaways that empower the home cook to make the best use of what they've got on hand and to encourage them to be creative in the kitchen."
--Southern Living

"The whole book feels like a pep talk, and by the time I've found the recipe that suits my time frame, the season, and the contents of my pantry, I'm actually in the mood to cook again."
--Simply Recipes

"Caroline Chambers has just the answer for those home cooks who question what to make on nights they don't feel motivated in the kitchen."
--Good Morning America/ABC News

"What really stood out to me were the indexes. I haven't seen this approach in many cookbooks. . . .There are nine unique categories, and every single one applies to my life."
--Bon Appétit

"This inventive and extremely user-friendly cookbook by Caro Chambers ... is a font of excellent tips and cheerful advice."
--Town & Country

"Highly approachable and friendly to all skill levels, this book fits the bill for anyone who hesitates to prepare meals; a must-have for time-constrained cooks. Essential for every collection."
--Library Journal, STARRED Review

"This is sure to help tired people reinvigorate routines and get dinner on the table."
--Booklist

"As a mom of three boys, Caro knows what both parents and kids crave, and my own two picky children magically devour every recipe of hers. This cookbook feels like chatting with your wise and funny friend who always gives you something good to eat and a little too much to drink. It is a how-did-we-live-without-it gift for us all, and I can't wait to happily dog-ear and smudge it up."
--Joanna Goddard, founder of Cup of Jo

"Nobody understands the reality of needing to cook when you might not feel like it more than Caroline Chambers. From time to energy to a mostly empty fridge, this book--rather rudely, as I'll now need to come up with new excuses--covers every angle to find a delicious and doable solution."
--Deb Perelman,  New York Times bestselling author of Smitten Kitchen Keepers

"I've always been a cook who celebrates imperfection, and I think Caro might be my kitchen soulmate! She wants you to know how to do your thing with her recipes, no matter what ingredients you have on hand or how much time (or energy) you have to cook them. In her world, it's impossible to make a mistake. This is Live, Laugh, Love cooking at its finest!"
--Dan "Grossy" Pelosi,  New York Times bestselling author of Let's Eat

"I wish I could say I'm shocked by the fact that I flipped through the recipes in this book and thought, Yeah I'd make that. And that, too. And oh, I have everything I need at home for that, and omg my kids will love me if I make that for them. But as a longtime fan of Caroline Chambers, I am extremely (luckily) familiar with her genius knack for knowing exactly what the busy modern cook needs. This collection of keepers is going on the most reachable shelf in my kitchen. 
--Jenny Rosenstrach, New York Times bestselling author of Dinner: A Love Story

"If you're anything like me (and the rest of this country), inspiration doesn't strike every night when it comes time to cook dinner. Not to fear, friends: Caroline has us covered. This beautiful and very accessible cookbook has a little something for everyone, from one-pot meals to 15-minute dinners. You'll be armed with new staples you and your friends and family will enjoy." 
--Gaby Dalkin, New York Times bestselling author of What's Gaby Cooking: Take It Easy