How many of you have LOADS of cookbooks; but really only use a couple of them?!?
Same goes for me!
Let’s take a look at the ones I can’t live without….
The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Come and Get It, by Ree Drummond
Why: This is a cookbook full of easy, delicious and affordable meal ideas for everyday, on the go people. Ree is by far the sweetest and most down to earth personality on the Food Network. Her lifestyle, philosophy and palate are in alignment with my own so I find her food comforting and satisfying.
When: Making meals to send with my husband for work.
Favourite Recipes: Doctored Up Ramen, Slow Cooker Glazed Ribs, Sheet Pan Supper Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic
Dinner on Hand, by Kraft Kitchens
Why: This is an excellent cookbook for a home cook that doesn’t want to deal with a lot of extra steps and simply wants to get at the essentials of dish without compromising on taste. This book has mains; most with a plethora of options to add variety to you menu planning and allows you flexibility…you can use whatever you have on hand. It also recipes for snacks, starters, sides, salads and desserts.
When: Making meals for myself when I am on my own.
Favourite Recipes: Everyday Easy Rice Dinners, Mix & Match Chicken Bakes, 15 Minute Fajitas
Company’s Coming Mostly Muffins, by Jean Paré
Why: I grew up cooking out of cookbooks by Jean Paré. I love making deserts and this book has 120 recipes of all shapes and sizes that don’t take forever to make or require immense skill or expensive ingredients. It also offers allergy-sensitive recipes and tips to enhance your baked goods.
When: Making desserts for the staff on snack day or to stock the freezer with baked goods to be enjoyed in a pinch.
Favourite Recipes: Mocha Hazelnut Muffins, White Chocolate Berry Muffins, Basic Banana Bread
