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The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book: Dinners Done in One Pot: 100 Low-Prep, No-Mess Recipes for Your Skillet, Sheet Pan, Pressure Cooker, and More!
Make those “I just don’t feel like cooking” days easier than ever with this cookbook that features 100 quick and easy one pot recipes with minimal prep, limited equipment, and as little clean up as possible—while still getting a healthy dinner on the table.For those days when you really don’t want to cook (and when you want to clean the kitchen after dinner even less!), The “I Don’t Want to Cook” Dinners Done in One Pot is here to help. Whether you’re feeling tired after a long day, can’t be bothered with an extra trip to the grocery store, or can’t stand the thought of making an entire home-cooked meal only to have a sink full of dishes to deal with after, this book will become your go-to for making dinner a breeze. Featuring 100 delicious recipes, this cookbook is your guide to the quickest and easiest recipes. Each recipe uses only one single piece of cookware—whether that’s a pot, skillet pan, or Dutch oven, every ingredient is cooked in the same place. Not only does that keep your cook time to a minimum, it also means you’ll spend less time cleaning up afterward. Shake off those “I don’t want to cook” feelings and get cooking with this guide to quick, easy, and no-mess meals.
224 pages, Hardcover
First published October 22, 2024
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About the author
Alyssa Brantley
2 books13 followersAlyssa Brantley’s cooking philosophy is whole food, half the time. Just because you’re busy, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t eat great! The creator of the popular food blog EverydayMaven.com, Alyssa focuses on seasonal, whole food recipes that are packed with flavor but made in minutes with easy shortcuts. Her work has been featured in People Magazine, Real Simple Magazine, Forbes, Today, Self Magazine, HuffPost, Gourmet Magazine, Prevention, NFL.com and many more. Alyssa lives with her husband and two children in the Seattle, WA area.
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October 3, 2024
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC read.
I cooked professionally for many years, but I still love to see a cookbook that makes cooking accessible and easy for beginners. There is a broad range of recipe types and flavor profiles, so I think this cookbook would appeal to almost anyone. There’s a lot of diversity, including lamb and seafood, which isn’t usually featured in a cookbook focused on easy, low-fuss recipes. These recipes aren’t just for 1-pot options either. There’s a section for woks, grills, slow cookers, and even dishes made in a mixing bowl. I was really impressed by the broad range of options! I think it’s fantastic that at the back of the book there is a list of the recipes sorted by cook time, and as a working girl sometimes it’s more important how long my meal will take to make than anything else. At the front of the book, there’s a fantastic section that covers how to care for and choose the right option of the various cooking vessels. The cast iron section was spot on for how to properly use and maintain your cast iron. I was impressed by how in depth even the sheet pan section was. I also like that on the recipes it states prep time, cook time, and hands-off time. I’m looking forward to adding this book to my shelf at home. I will say if you have dietary restrictions then you may be disappointed as there is not much for gluten-free, vegan, etc. I don’t count that as a criticism against the book though, as nutrition and health aren’t the main focus nor the demographic this would be marketed towards.
I cooked professionally for many years, but I still love to see a cookbook that makes cooking accessible and easy for beginners. There is a broad range of recipe types and flavor profiles, so I think this cookbook would appeal to almost anyone. There’s a lot of diversity, including lamb and seafood, which isn’t usually featured in a cookbook focused on easy, low-fuss recipes. These recipes aren’t just for 1-pot options either. There’s a section for woks, grills, slow cookers, and even dishes made in a mixing bowl. I was really impressed by the broad range of options! I think it’s fantastic that at the back of the book there is a list of the recipes sorted by cook time, and as a working girl sometimes it’s more important how long my meal will take to make than anything else. At the front of the book, there’s a fantastic section that covers how to care for and choose the right option of the various cooking vessels. The cast iron section was spot on for how to properly use and maintain your cast iron. I was impressed by how in depth even the sheet pan section was. I also like that on the recipes it states prep time, cook time, and hands-off time. I’m looking forward to adding this book to my shelf at home. I will say if you have dietary restrictions then you may be disappointed as there is not much for gluten-free, vegan, etc. I don’t count that as a criticism against the book though, as nutrition and health aren’t the main focus nor the demographic this would be marketed towards.
October 8, 2024
I can’t say enough good things about this cook book but I will try!
I wanted to check this book out because I literally “don’t want to cook” all the time. I have ADHD and I hate having to plan an entree, a vegetable, and a carb plus there’s all the dishes and at the end of the day I would rather just eat a sandwich every day than deal with it. I have kids though, and kids need food 🤷♀️.
This cookbook has about 100 recipes and I counted 79 that were appealing to me and they all have ingredients that are not weird or expensive. Every recipe literally requires one pot, pan, instapot, etc. Every recipe I’ve tried has been super yummy. I don’t have a ton of pots and pans to wash after dinner so I don’t get super overwhelmed with the dishes.
I know I’m going to sound super over dramatic when I say this cook book has changed my life and I’m going to recommend it to everyone I know but I’m bring totally serious. Please get this cookbook if you have ADHD or problems with executive functioning or if you have toddler at home or if you’re just a human being who is responsible for feeding yourself and/or others. 😂
I wanted to check this book out because I literally “don’t want to cook” all the time. I have ADHD and I hate having to plan an entree, a vegetable, and a carb plus there’s all the dishes and at the end of the day I would rather just eat a sandwich every day than deal with it. I have kids though, and kids need food 🤷♀️.
This cookbook has about 100 recipes and I counted 79 that were appealing to me and they all have ingredients that are not weird or expensive. Every recipe literally requires one pot, pan, instapot, etc. Every recipe I’ve tried has been super yummy. I don’t have a ton of pots and pans to wash after dinner so I don’t get super overwhelmed with the dishes.
I know I’m going to sound super over dramatic when I say this cook book has changed my life and I’m going to recommend it to everyone I know but I’m bring totally serious. Please get this cookbook if you have ADHD or problems with executive functioning or if you have toddler at home or if you’re just a human being who is responsible for feeding yourself and/or others. 😂
October 8, 2024
This is an incredible cookbook!
These recipes are easy, straightforward, + nutritious, and are perfect for the reluctant chef. I also appreciated the inclusion of the macros per recipe and substitution options. Having the recipes sorted by preparation style is a nice addition too! (skillet, sheet pan, dutch oven, casseroles, grill, + mixing bowl)
I’m super excited to try the Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato, Shrimp, + Gnocchi Skillet, Rotisserie Chicken Caprese Salad, Artichoke Dip Chicken + Rice Casserole, Lazy Lasagna, + Mediterranean-Inspired Orzo Chicken.
Thank you to NetGalley + the author for the ARC!
These recipes are easy, straightforward, + nutritious, and are perfect for the reluctant chef. I also appreciated the inclusion of the macros per recipe and substitution options. Having the recipes sorted by preparation style is a nice addition too! (skillet, sheet pan, dutch oven, casseroles, grill, + mixing bowl)
I’m super excited to try the Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato, Shrimp, + Gnocchi Skillet, Rotisserie Chicken Caprese Salad, Artichoke Dip Chicken + Rice Casserole, Lazy Lasagna, + Mediterranean-Inspired Orzo Chicken.
Thank you to NetGalley + the author for the ARC!
October 22, 2024
Pleasing layout!
Really nice production, the layout was pleasing and the recipes are easy to read.
One pot cooking! The idea wows me every time. Unfortunately this production was not for me. Too many dishes included cheese. I’m not a big turkey fan. I suppose one could always substitute chicken.
Overall the recipes really didn’t grab my attention. It didn’t give much new or different. I did like the look of Creamy sun-dried tomato, shrimp and gnocchi skillet recipe.
I wanted to say Ah! Ha! This is great! But …
An Adams Media ARC via NetGalley.
Many thanks to the author and publisher.
Really nice production, the layout was pleasing and the recipes are easy to read.
One pot cooking! The idea wows me every time. Unfortunately this production was not for me. Too many dishes included cheese. I’m not a big turkey fan. I suppose one could always substitute chicken.
Overall the recipes really didn’t grab my attention. It didn’t give much new or different. I did like the look of Creamy sun-dried tomato, shrimp and gnocchi skillet recipe.
I wanted to say Ah! Ha! This is great! But …
An Adams Media ARC via NetGalley.
Many thanks to the author and publisher.
September 30, 2024
The “I Don’t Want to Cook” Book is great for people looking for quick and easy meals. I loved the tips, tricks, and shortcuts included in the book including care instructions for various cookware as well as conversion charts. The recipes are rather simple when it comes to ingredients, but would also provide a great base for anyone who may want to play around and customize them to their own taste. I appreciate that the book is separated by cook method, but do wish there was an added section for meals specifically for kid-approved recipes for picky eaters. While the photos of the dishes look delicious, I do wish there was a photo for every single recipe. Overall, I found several recipes that I plan to keep on hand for busy nights when cooking is the last thing I want to worry about.
🧚🏻 A huge thank you goes to NetGalley, Adams Media, and author Alyssa Brantley for providing me with a free copy of this book in return for my honest review.
🧚🏻 A huge thank you goes to NetGalley, Adams Media, and author Alyssa Brantley for providing me with a free copy of this book in return for my honest review.
November 11, 2024
As someone who frequently struggles to have the mental energy for cooking but still would prefer not to order out every night, this was a fun collection of easy one-pot meals that I can just flip through. The recipes are split into sections according to the style or equipment required (skillet, dutch oven, casserole, etc) with a very easy to follow recipe with prep and active cooking times. I also appreciated the addition of the nutritional info and substitutions you can make.
It's a solid list of recipes, though not anything you couldn't find if you put in the effort of looking. But honestly it's hard to beat having a list of collected recipes for when you just can't be bothered to do more than throw the meal together. I also liked the design of the book and it had some good photos of the finished meals. I'll definitely be getting a copy for my low energy days.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for early access to the book in return for an honest review.
It's a solid list of recipes, though not anything you couldn't find if you put in the effort of looking. But honestly it's hard to beat having a list of collected recipes for when you just can't be bothered to do more than throw the meal together. I also liked the design of the book and it had some good photos of the finished meals. I'll definitely be getting a copy for my low energy days.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for early access to the book in return for an honest review.
October 15, 2024
If you’re anything like me, you know the daily cooking struggle is real. After a long, stressful day, the last thing I have the energy for is figuring out what to cook and then actually cooking it (and cleaning up afterward!). Enter “The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book: Dinners Done in One Pot” for tired people like us! This clever book features 100 recipes that are made in one pot and can be prepped easily, quickly, and with a minimal amount of mess to clean up at the end.
The recipes are categorized according to what type of cooking vessel is used: skillet, Dutch oven, casseroles, sheet pan dinners, grill, Instant Pot, soup pot, wok, slow cooker, and even no-cook dinners in a mixing bowl. While I do wish there were more pictures (less than half the recipes are accompanied by a photo), overall the recipes look delicious and there’s a wide variety of flavors. All of the recipes are easily doable for even a novice cook, with accessible “normal” ingredients and fairly short lists of instructions – many are 4 steps or less. Each recipe lists the prep time, hands-on cooking time, and hands-off cooking time. There’s also a handy index that sorts recipes by short prep time, hands-off cooking time, and time-to-table of less than 20 minutes for those nights when time is really of the essence.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Adams Media for providing me an advance copy of this book.
The recipes are categorized according to what type of cooking vessel is used: skillet, Dutch oven, casseroles, sheet pan dinners, grill, Instant Pot, soup pot, wok, slow cooker, and even no-cook dinners in a mixing bowl. While I do wish there were more pictures (less than half the recipes are accompanied by a photo), overall the recipes look delicious and there’s a wide variety of flavors. All of the recipes are easily doable for even a novice cook, with accessible “normal” ingredients and fairly short lists of instructions – many are 4 steps or less. Each recipe lists the prep time, hands-on cooking time, and hands-off cooking time. There’s also a handy index that sorts recipes by short prep time, hands-off cooking time, and time-to-table of less than 20 minutes for those nights when time is really of the essence.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Adams Media for providing me an advance copy of this book.
October 13, 2024
I think this would be a great cookbook for someone just starting out as a cook. A young person just moving out on their own might get a lot of use out of it. For me, the recipes were too high in sodium and not healthy enough to be particularly appealing. I also felt like there wasn't much that intrigued me in any of the recipes. I like a cookbook that's a bit more inventive. I found it useful that the recipes were organized by what type of cookware they require (slow cooker, sheet pan, etc) and I really appreciated the "Tips, Substitutions, and More" at the end of each recipe. That was probably the most unique and useful thing for me while reading. I also appreciated the nutrition information given for each recipe.
*ARC provided by NetGalley
*ARC provided by NetGalley
October 7, 2024
Aesthetically pleasing cookbooks are my weakness. Got the ARC from NetGalley and am very excited to try out some new recipes! Very intuitive and helpful to separate recipes by cooking vessel as I can go directly to the sections for Dutch oven, sheet pan, and slow cooker meals since those are my preferred “lazy” cooking methods. You get a good variety of flavors using common and wholesome ingredients, plus the food in the photos looks delicious! Will definitely be buying the physical copy when it comes out.
October 19, 2024
Book Review: The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
As someone who often finds cooking to be a chore after a long day, I was genuinely excited to dive into The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book: Dinners Done in One Pot by Alyssa Brantley. This cookbook is like a comforting friend who understands those “I just don’t feel like cooking” days. With 100 quick and easy one-pot recipes, it promises minimal prep and limited clean-up, all while ensuring that you can still enjoy a healthy dinner.
Brantley’s approach is refreshingly straightforward. Each recipe requires just one piece of cookware—be it a skillet, Dutch oven, or even a mixing bowl. This not only cuts down on cooking time but also makes the dreary task of cleaning up afterward a breeze. For anyone who has ever dreaded the thought of tackling a sink full of dishes after dinner, this book is a lifesaver.
One of the aspects I truly appreciate is how accessible and easy Brantley makes cooking for beginners. The cookbook features an impressive variety of recipe types and flavor profiles, catering to almost everyone’s palate. It’s fantastic that this book doesn’t limit itself to just one-pot meals; it also includes recipes for woks, grills, slow cookers, and more. The diversity of options really impressed me!
Another highlight for me was the organization of the book. At the back, there's a helpful list of recipes sorted by cook time. I find it beneficial for dinner planning to know how long my meal will take to prepare—especially on those busy weeknights. Additionally, the front section provides excellent tips on how to care for and choose the right cooking vessels. The insights on cast iron skillets were particularly spot-on, showcasing Brantley’s expertise.
I also loved that each recipe clearly states prep time, cook time, and hands-off time. This transparency allows you to plan your evening with ease. The layout of the recipes is straightforward and easy to follow, making it ideal even for the most novice cooks. Plus, the visuals in this book are drool worthy; the photos are vibrant and mouth-watering, making it a visual feast that tempts you to get cooking.
In summary, The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book is a delightful addition to any kitchen bookshelf—especially for those days when cooking feels like a monumental task. With its diverse range of recipes, easy-to-follow instructions, and helpful tips on cooking vessels, I’m looking forward to trying out many of these dishes! The cover alone had me hooked from the start. If you’re searching for a cookbook that makes dinner a stress-free affair while still being deliciously satisfying, then look no further!
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
As someone who often finds cooking to be a chore after a long day, I was genuinely excited to dive into The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book: Dinners Done in One Pot by Alyssa Brantley. This cookbook is like a comforting friend who understands those “I just don’t feel like cooking” days. With 100 quick and easy one-pot recipes, it promises minimal prep and limited clean-up, all while ensuring that you can still enjoy a healthy dinner.
Brantley’s approach is refreshingly straightforward. Each recipe requires just one piece of cookware—be it a skillet, Dutch oven, or even a mixing bowl. This not only cuts down on cooking time but also makes the dreary task of cleaning up afterward a breeze. For anyone who has ever dreaded the thought of tackling a sink full of dishes after dinner, this book is a lifesaver.
One of the aspects I truly appreciate is how accessible and easy Brantley makes cooking for beginners. The cookbook features an impressive variety of recipe types and flavor profiles, catering to almost everyone’s palate. It’s fantastic that this book doesn’t limit itself to just one-pot meals; it also includes recipes for woks, grills, slow cookers, and more. The diversity of options really impressed me!
Another highlight for me was the organization of the book. At the back, there's a helpful list of recipes sorted by cook time. I find it beneficial for dinner planning to know how long my meal will take to prepare—especially on those busy weeknights. Additionally, the front section provides excellent tips on how to care for and choose the right cooking vessels. The insights on cast iron skillets were particularly spot-on, showcasing Brantley’s expertise.
I also loved that each recipe clearly states prep time, cook time, and hands-off time. This transparency allows you to plan your evening with ease. The layout of the recipes is straightforward and easy to follow, making it ideal even for the most novice cooks. Plus, the visuals in this book are drool worthy; the photos are vibrant and mouth-watering, making it a visual feast that tempts you to get cooking.
In summary, The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book is a delightful addition to any kitchen bookshelf—especially for those days when cooking feels like a monumental task. With its diverse range of recipes, easy-to-follow instructions, and helpful tips on cooking vessels, I’m looking forward to trying out many of these dishes! The cover alone had me hooked from the start. If you’re searching for a cookbook that makes dinner a stress-free affair while still being deliciously satisfying, then look no further!
⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️
October 7, 2024
I believe my entire review can be summarized in five words - I've already placed a pre-order!
I don't like cooking. I don't like spending time in the kitchen. It isn't my thing, especially in a ongoing recovery from a very unhealthy relationship with food. So when I saw this was literally called The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book, I was immediately interested. The fact that it is dinners all done on one pot! Remember how I mentioned I don't like spending time in the kitchen? This includes cleaning.
Doing an ARC review of a cookbook can be difficult. Do you just read it cover to cover? Do you make a handful of recipes? Do you make ALL the recipes? I did a full read, and selected a few recipes to try out to give it a go and get a feel for how it is laid out. Having already placed a pre-order for the physical copy, you could say I loved it! I think my mother is still in shock when I told her I bought a cookbook...
If you are like me and your kitchen brings feelings of anxiety, then I highly recommend this cookbook. Very fast and easy recipes, all laid out well to follow from beginning to end. Lots of substitutions are offered, so you don't feel like you need to go and buy ingredients that you will only use once and then you have a fridge full of condiments and a spice cupboard full of 5-year-old containers.
Thank you to NetGalley and Adams Media for a digital advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I don't like cooking. I don't like spending time in the kitchen. It isn't my thing, especially in a ongoing recovery from a very unhealthy relationship with food. So when I saw this was literally called The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book, I was immediately interested. The fact that it is dinners all done on one pot! Remember how I mentioned I don't like spending time in the kitchen? This includes cleaning.
Doing an ARC review of a cookbook can be difficult. Do you just read it cover to cover? Do you make a handful of recipes? Do you make ALL the recipes? I did a full read, and selected a few recipes to try out to give it a go and get a feel for how it is laid out. Having already placed a pre-order for the physical copy, you could say I loved it! I think my mother is still in shock when I told her I bought a cookbook...
If you are like me and your kitchen brings feelings of anxiety, then I highly recommend this cookbook. Very fast and easy recipes, all laid out well to follow from beginning to end. Lots of substitutions are offered, so you don't feel like you need to go and buy ingredients that you will only use once and then you have a fridge full of condiments and a spice cupboard full of 5-year-old containers.
Thank you to NetGalley and Adams Media for a digital advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 20, 2024
Everyday I face the same question. What In the world am I making for dinner? What does the family want to eat? This book is exactly what I needed. Amazing. In this wonderful book we find 100 recipes that are quick, easy and won’t leave a huge mess afterwards. Perfect for moms who have that busy schedule. All of these meals are done in one pot, it can be a skillet pan, pot or Dutch oven. So well put together and easy to understand, even for the beginner cook. The book is divided into some perfect chapters like convenient casseroles and dump and go slow cooker meals. There is also a section to help you find the perfect recipe even faster. They are divided by prep time like 5 minutes or less. Each recipe is wonderfully detailed. Each includes a description of the recipe and what to expect, cook and prep time, as well as serving size. The ingredients are very detailed and the directions are step-by-step and so easy to follow. I love this book. Our family wants to try all 100 recipes. We could have a different meal every night. We did find a few favorites already like the Salmon with Toasted Garlic, Tomatoes and Pearl Couscous. The food photos are great to see what to expect with your recipe and to get your mouth watering for a taste. Your family will love this cookbook, we sure do. Perfect gift cookbook for new cooks and families getting started. Enjoy this delicious adventure with your family.
1000 stars
1000 stars
November 4, 2024
We have all been there with the dreaded "what do you want for dinner" game..
and the answer is always delivery, heat up leftovers or waht can I make with the least amount of effort.
This cookbook heard you!
This book is all low fuss and you can use multiple cooking styles like I used slow cookers and even an insta pot..
you need a cooking vessel and just slide the times to meet that.
I also like that it wasnt a book that says toss a protein with cream of whatever and come back in an hour.. it elevates those meals
you will see some receipes that just have you look at ingredients differently like making a chicken caprese salad, making a sheet pan meal differently and you can commit crimes like me and make the salmon with toasted garlic tomatoes and pear couscous and use chicken instead.
I think this is a good open to a random page and thats for dinner book becuase most items in here are staple foods/easily substituted.
I will say this book isnt targeting to anyone with food intolerances/certain lifestyles and you will need to heavily edit to meet those dietary restrictions.
I will also say this book would have been enahnced with a photo of each receipe becuase I feel the book is set for first time cooks and having a what it should look like versus what you made can really bring people up and give them satisfation they did it.
and the answer is always delivery, heat up leftovers or waht can I make with the least amount of effort.
This cookbook heard you!
This book is all low fuss and you can use multiple cooking styles like I used slow cookers and even an insta pot..
you need a cooking vessel and just slide the times to meet that.
I also like that it wasnt a book that says toss a protein with cream of whatever and come back in an hour.. it elevates those meals
you will see some receipes that just have you look at ingredients differently like making a chicken caprese salad, making a sheet pan meal differently and you can commit crimes like me and make the salmon with toasted garlic tomatoes and pear couscous and use chicken instead.
I think this is a good open to a random page and thats for dinner book becuase most items in here are staple foods/easily substituted.
I will say this book isnt targeting to anyone with food intolerances/certain lifestyles and you will need to heavily edit to meet those dietary restrictions.
I will also say this book would have been enahnced with a photo of each receipe becuase I feel the book is set for first time cooks and having a what it should look like versus what you made can really bring people up and give them satisfation they did it.
December 9, 2024
When they say One Pot Cooking with these recipes - they definitely mean it. Easy and delicious meals to cook up, with minimal washing up is such a win for me.
I made a handful of dishes from this book and all of them had so much flavour and were an absolute hit and majority of them I would make again. They were also that simple, I won’t even have to refer back to the recipe.
Dishes I Cooked;
🍽️ Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato, Shrimp and Gnocchi Skillet - I did shrimp for myself and chicken for my partner and his words were “best gnocchi dish I’ve had.”
🍽️No-Mix Cheesy Meatball Subs - these will easily be on rotation in our household.
🍽️ Peanut Sauce Chicken and Cabbage Rolls - we eat a rice salad bowl weekly, so I did add rice with this and the peanut sauce was delectable.
🍽️ Deconstructed Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole - my favourite dish from the book!!
🍽️ Hands-Off Homemade French Dip Sandwiches - I didn’t make this as a sandwich, I made the French Dip Pulled Beef and we had it with roast vegetables instead.
There are many more recipes that I would like to whip up and it is definitely a cookbook I will come back to for dinner inspo during this busy week!
Thank-you @adams_media @netgalley and Alyssa Brantley for this Digital Advanced Readers Copy, in exchange for an honest review.
I made a handful of dishes from this book and all of them had so much flavour and were an absolute hit and majority of them I would make again. They were also that simple, I won’t even have to refer back to the recipe.
Dishes I Cooked;
🍽️ Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato, Shrimp and Gnocchi Skillet - I did shrimp for myself and chicken for my partner and his words were “best gnocchi dish I’ve had.”
🍽️No-Mix Cheesy Meatball Subs - these will easily be on rotation in our household.
🍽️ Peanut Sauce Chicken and Cabbage Rolls - we eat a rice salad bowl weekly, so I did add rice with this and the peanut sauce was delectable.
🍽️ Deconstructed Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole - my favourite dish from the book!!
🍽️ Hands-Off Homemade French Dip Sandwiches - I didn’t make this as a sandwich, I made the French Dip Pulled Beef and we had it with roast vegetables instead.
There are many more recipes that I would like to whip up and it is definitely a cookbook I will come back to for dinner inspo during this busy week!
Thank-you @adams_media @netgalley and Alyssa Brantley for this Digital Advanced Readers Copy, in exchange for an honest review.
October 8, 2024
The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book includes 100 easy one-pot recipes. The cookbook begins with an introduction to one-pot cooking including necessary tools and tips. Next are the recipes for skillets, Dutch ovens, mixing bowls, casseroles, sheet pans, grills, Instant Pots, soup pots, and slow cookers. The cookbook ends with a list of recipes with a prep time of 5 minutes or less, 10 minutes or less, no active cooking time, or a total time of 20 minutes or less to help if you are short on time.
Each recipe includes an introduction to the dish, an ingredient list, numbered directions, and prep and cook times. However, less than half of the recipes include a photo. The cookbook could benefit from having more photos of the dishes as it helps readers see what the final dish looks like and if they would like to make it. That said, there are several recipes I would like to try including the Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas with Spicy Jack Cheese, Greek-Inspired Chickpea Salad with Pita Bread, Vegetarian Risotto with Parmesan, and Shortcut Vegetable Lo Mein. The recipes seem fairly straightforward to make, and they would be great for beginners in the kitchen who do not have much time to cook.
Thank you NetGalley for sending this book for review.
Each recipe includes an introduction to the dish, an ingredient list, numbered directions, and prep and cook times. However, less than half of the recipes include a photo. The cookbook could benefit from having more photos of the dishes as it helps readers see what the final dish looks like and if they would like to make it. That said, there are several recipes I would like to try including the Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas with Spicy Jack Cheese, Greek-Inspired Chickpea Salad with Pita Bread, Vegetarian Risotto with Parmesan, and Shortcut Vegetable Lo Mein. The recipes seem fairly straightforward to make, and they would be great for beginners in the kitchen who do not have much time to cook.
Thank you NetGalley for sending this book for review.
October 6, 2024
This book sounded like it would be perfect for me - it's important to me that I eat home-cooked meals when I am at home, which is usually three or four nights a week. They ideally have to have carbs, protein and vegetables. I want them to be easy to cook, easy to clean up and for there to be left-over for lunch the next day. Unfortunately I didn't find this book very inspiring. despite it's clear lay-out and nice pictures. A large part of that is that it is American-centric. All measurements are in ounces. There are lots of shortcut foods that are not easily available here, like Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce, Montery jack cheese or marinara sauce. Even without this, I didn't find the recipes called to me. Maybe it was the way things were phrased. Chapters called 'Dump and Go' do not make me want to cook, or eat that. I shudder at pre-shredded cheese (it has anti-caking agents, which can make it less melty), and some of the short-cuts were 'make a salad' or 'here's a sandwich'. I think this book might have appealed more when I was starting out with cooking, before I had worked out which short-cuts work for me and which do not.
October 13, 2024
I’m always on the search for new recipes and the title of this cookbook was intriguing. I don’t mind cooking, I like it most times, but the prep and meal planning is so hard sometimes. Trying to figure out what to make is the hardest part. I was hoping this one pot cookbook would have some recipes that I could try on my family and while it had a few, there were so many my family wouldn’t eat that this cookbook wasn’t that useful to me. The book had a nice layout and was easy to look through, but a lot of the ingredients in the recipes weren’t things my family would eat. There were a lot of fish and seafood recipes, so if you like that kind of thing this might be a good cookbook for you. I also wish there were more pictures throughout. I like it best when each recipe has a picture accompanying it, but there were only a handful of images in this book. Overall, this was an easy to look through cookbook that had a lot of recipes that just weren’t for my somewhat picky family. If you are more adventurous than us you might find this to be a go to cookbook for you.
February 3, 2025
A 3.5/5 stars cookbook.
Something I really want to see in my cookbooks are pictures of the recipes, and sadly in this book, most recipes don't have a picture.
At the beginning of the book you get some information about what pots and pans work best and how to make the whole cooking process even faster, which is a great addition to this type of cookbook.
The recipes are not very unique, but many of them sound really tasty. Every recipes come with information regarding how many serves there are, prep time, active cook time, hands-off cook time, a list of ingredients (only using imperial system sadly), easy and clear instructions and nutritional values per serving.
There are many things I liked about this book, but more photos would have made it so much better and way more appealing for me personally.
Disclaimer: I received a free e-book copy of this title in exchange of my honest opinion
Something I really want to see in my cookbooks are pictures of the recipes, and sadly in this book, most recipes don't have a picture.
At the beginning of the book you get some information about what pots and pans work best and how to make the whole cooking process even faster, which is a great addition to this type of cookbook.
The recipes are not very unique, but many of them sound really tasty. Every recipes come with information regarding how many serves there are, prep time, active cook time, hands-off cook time, a list of ingredients (only using imperial system sadly), easy and clear instructions and nutritional values per serving.
There are many things I liked about this book, but more photos would have made it so much better and way more appealing for me personally.
Disclaimer: I received a free e-book copy of this title in exchange of my honest opinion
October 9, 2024
The layout of this cookbook was easy to follow and had really beautiful photographs of the dishes. The composition of the dishes was beautiful and I especially loved the changing background colors of the photos - it seemed really inviting, bright and intentional which makes me want to try the dishes more.
Here’s a few that I saved for later and can’t wait to try!
🍽️ Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas with Spicy Jack Cheese
🍽️ Quick Beef Enchilada Skillet
🍽️ Peanut Sauce Chicken and Cabbage Bowls
🍽️ Meatloaf Casserole with Tater Tot Topping
🍽️ Copycat Barbecue Chicken Naan Pizza
🍽️ Black Bean and Chicken Burrito Bowls
🍽️ Old Bay Corn Chowder with Pancetta
And also pretty much every “weeknight wok win” 😉
These recipes felt attainable and not overwhelming. Would recommend grabbing this cookbook!
Here’s a few that I saved for later and can’t wait to try!
🍽️ Avocado Black Bean Quesadillas with Spicy Jack Cheese
🍽️ Quick Beef Enchilada Skillet
🍽️ Peanut Sauce Chicken and Cabbage Bowls
🍽️ Meatloaf Casserole with Tater Tot Topping
🍽️ Copycat Barbecue Chicken Naan Pizza
🍽️ Black Bean and Chicken Burrito Bowls
🍽️ Old Bay Corn Chowder with Pancetta
And also pretty much every “weeknight wok win” 😉
These recipes felt attainable and not overwhelming. Would recommend grabbing this cookbook!
October 17, 2024
I am not a bigger cooker. Sure when I have time and someone has magically stocked my kitchen, I can find the motivation. Otherwise it isn't very high on my list of things to do. BUT, even lower is doing dishes! So meals that are made in 1 pot? Sign me up!! Yes, here are 100 ideas for cooking with fewer dishes! The book starts off with some great tips and then follows with chapters dedicated to specific vessels for cooking (skillet, instapot, sheet pan, even dutch oven - my husband's favorite!). I found some new recipes and some simplified variations on recipes I already like. The variety of foods was impressive. This isn't a book of casseroles featuring a can of soup! I loved the Chicken and Spinach Curry in a Hurry recipe (so did the family) and have 10 more bookmarked for upcoming dinners!
Thanks to NetGalley and Adams Media for a copy of the book. This review is my own opinion,
Thanks to NetGalley and Adams Media for a copy of the book. This review is my own opinion,
December 19, 2024
I haven't had a chance to actually make any of these recipes yet, but so many of them sound good that I'm gonna go ahead and buy a copy (had it from the library). Now the question will just be if I keep it at my house or my boyfriend's, since he has more of these utensils/appliances than I do.
I love the low-effort, low-mess vibe. I like that it's arranged by cooking vessel, although there is an alternative listing in the back based on prep and cook time, too! And the standard index.
These are simple recipes (most are 1-page!) and there's plenty of photos, which is a must for me in any cookbook. And there's some kind of "Tips, Substitutions, and More..." blurb on every recipe. I think this will also get me to try some new things that I'm less familiar with.
I didn't realize this was a "sequel"/series; I'll have to check out the first one too (green cover).
I love the low-effort, low-mess vibe. I like that it's arranged by cooking vessel, although there is an alternative listing in the back based on prep and cook time, too! And the standard index.
These are simple recipes (most are 1-page!) and there's plenty of photos, which is a must for me in any cookbook. And there's some kind of "Tips, Substitutions, and More..." blurb on every recipe. I think this will also get me to try some new things that I'm less familiar with.
I didn't realize this was a "sequel"/series; I'll have to check out the first one too (green cover).
October 15, 2024
As someone who loves watching cooking shows and dreaming of making elaborate dishes, the reality is I’m much more of a “one-pot” cook. That’s why I Don’t Want to Cook: Dinners Done in One Pot is perfect for me. The recipes are straightforward, easy to follow, and use ingredients that are readily available at any local grocery store. I’ve already bookmarked several recipes to try soon! While I do wish there were more pictures of the finished meals, this is an ideal cookbook for anyone who wants delicious, fuss-free dinners without the hassle of too many dishes. Highly recommended for the busy home cook who values simplicity.
Thank you to Net Galley and Adam’s Media Hardcover for this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
Thank you to Net Galley and Adam’s Media Hardcover for this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
September 27, 2024
I love how easy these recipes are! Not only are they one pot, but most have fairly reasonable ingredient lists with store bought items (that can be swapped out easily for homemade versions if that's your thing). I also love when a book gives good advice on top of good recipes - which this one absolutely does. It gives two reminders at the start of the book: always read the recipe all the way through and always prep everything before starting to cook. I made both mistakes frequently when I started cooking and it really makes everything harder if you don't.
(I received an early copy for review.)
(I received an early copy for review.)
October 7, 2024
There are some nights that you just don't feel like cooking and this is a pretty decent book showing how to make quick, easy cleanup dinners when you just don't feel like it.
Most of the recipes are make in a skillet, on a sheet pan, or in a pot, which is perfect. The pictures could have been styled a bit better, since a lot of the finished products didn't look incredibly appetizing (kinda bland) and of course there could have been a few more pictures too. A decent book to give you ideas to riff on, but not much more.
I received a free ebook copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.
Most of the recipes are make in a skillet, on a sheet pan, or in a pot, which is perfect. The pictures could have been styled a bit better, since a lot of the finished products didn't look incredibly appetizing (kinda bland) and of course there could have been a few more pictures too. A decent book to give you ideas to riff on, but not much more.
I received a free ebook copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.
October 11, 2024
There’s lots to like in this cookbook. The recipes are simple and varied, and they mostly involve real food as opposed to dumping lots of ultraprocessed foods into a casserole dish. Most of the ingredients are easy to source in the US and nutritional information is given for each recipe. I do wish every recipe had a photo (less than half do) and they were a little high in carbs and calories for me, but it is a great book that will work for lots of folks. I also appreciated the tips and substitutions for each recipe, which makes it well suited for folks with different dietary needs.
I read a temporary digital loan of this book for review.
I read a temporary digital loan of this book for review.
September 27, 2024
This is a great cookbook for dinners when you just want great food as easily as possible! I'm going to be honest, that most dinners for me. I love these one pot recipes. I'm very excited to make the pot pie recipe with biscuit crust this week. It looks delicious AND simple.
In a household where both adults work, books like this are the best! Great pictures show you the recipes and there are easy steps with instructions for simple substitutions. Thanks to NetGalley, Adams Media, and Alyssa Brantley for the chance to read and review. My opinions are my own!
In a household where both adults work, books like this are the best! Great pictures show you the recipes and there are easy steps with instructions for simple substitutions. Thanks to NetGalley, Adams Media, and Alyssa Brantley for the chance to read and review. My opinions are my own!
October 17, 2024
I picked up this book as a way to look for new dishes to serve my family as we were getting tired of the same old meals. There are so many new ideas for my family that are healthy as well as appealing. The photography in this book is well done although I wish that there was a photograph for each dish as I am very visual. The index is great to find items fast as this is a large book at 225 pages.
Thank you Net Galley, Alyssa Brantley and Adams Media for the opportunity to preview this title. The opinions expressed are my own.
This cookbook is expected to be released Oct. 22, 2024
Thank you Net Galley, Alyssa Brantley and Adams Media for the opportunity to preview this title. The opinions expressed are my own.
This cookbook is expected to be released Oct. 22, 2024
September 26, 2024
This is a brilliant recipe book for those days when you just don't feel for it. It's also filled to the brim with tips, substitutions and nutritional information per serving. What I especially like it's the fact that this isn't just for an oven pan or a skillet but loads of more ways to cook like the instant pot or a wok. My favorite recipe is the creamy chicken enchilada soup that you can cook in your slow cooker
September 27, 2024
Thank you to NetGalley for the ebook in exchange for an honest review.
Starts with tips, tools, and equipment needed to make your life easier while cooking.
A lot of the recipes did not have pictures and I felt like the graphic design didn’t really attract me. For me, it fell flat. Somehow these still seemed like a hassle to make.
That being said there are some recipes that I liked that I want to try. It also has the serving info: calories, fat, protein, carbs… which is helpful.
Starts with tips, tools, and equipment needed to make your life easier while cooking.
A lot of the recipes did not have pictures and I felt like the graphic design didn’t really attract me. For me, it fell flat. Somehow these still seemed like a hassle to make.
That being said there are some recipes that I liked that I want to try. It also has the serving info: calories, fat, protein, carbs… which is helpful.
October 11, 2024
I loved this cookbook! My husband and I are both disabled and a lot of times dinner is whatever we have that’s easy to throw together, so one-pot dinners are a favorite. This book offered lots of creative recipes that are easy to follow. The formatting has each section divided by the type of cooking vessel (skillet, instapot, slow cooker, etc) and has great indices in the back broken down by recipe name or by cooking time; I love those 5 minute meals when the energy is extra low.
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