Smitten Kitchen Every Day

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This is the kind of book you could cook from for a month without tiring. You could also read it cover-to-cover, thanks to Perelman's honest, funny, and self-deprecating anecdotes that introduce each recipe. She excels at coaxing big flavors from minimal ingredients. Perelman shot all the photos herself in her home kitchen, adding to the aspirational yet approachable vibe. The magic lies in recipes that are creatively ingenious yet accessible, leaving you wondering, "Why didn't I think of that?" Her relatable style blends tongue-in-cheek commentary with measuring instructions, making novice cooks feel at ease while impressing seasoned bakers with thoughtful caveats. This collection features "real recipes for real people," and readers trust her to deliver great results. Perelman celebrates "unfussy but triumphant" recipes that excite her to cook and eat. The book includes 115 recipes, with 101 being brand new, each accompanied by her own photography. It's a tremendously appealing collection with headnotes that resonate, making you eager to try dishes like Pizza Beans and Pretzel Linzer Cookies. Filled with fun, easy, and Instagram-worthy recipes, it will inspire you to enjoy cooking after a long day.