Cookbooks for Any Type of Cook

The first book by the prolific Adeena Sussman is full of hits and flavors. Her follow-up book Shabbat is equally as beautiful as her writing.

This is one I turned to often when starting my career. From tips on cooking chicken to the iconic roast chicken and bread salad, it’s full of hard-earned kitchen knowledge for both novice and advanced cooks.

A cookbook that encapsulates a wonderful career from the woman who started French Laundry, depicting her journey during a time when owning a restaurant or cooking outside of the home were not generally accepted positions for women. The history, writing and recipes are both intriguing and fascinating.

Hetty is undoubtedly a genius at creating flavorful and interesting vegetarian recipes and her latest book is no exception.

Both a talented recipe developer and food stylist, her book is full of inventive ideas as she cooked through an entire year, working on recipes with what she found each season.

This is the book to help you get a beautiful pot of steamy grains on the table. It’s full of tips that I wish I had known earlier in my life, but I’m extremely happy to have it as a resource now.

I have always loved mushrooms, but I fell even more in love with them after reading this book. Full of beautiful photography, information and recipes, the book is perfect for those looking to eat more of these, whether for the many health benefits or simply because you love them.

For the “reason why” curious science-lover in your home, this book is beyond thorough and comprehensive.

Another one for the science lover at home, this one tackles bread making for the home cook in classic Modernist fashion—as recipes that have been tested and perfected.

The one-bowl, one-pan dessert concept won me over, but the recipes are so good, creative and doable, which is the most important. A great gift for a loved one (or yourself!).