What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking

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RECIPES FOR BUSYPEOPLE WHO LOVEGOOD FOOD

With three little boys less than two years apart anda packed schedule as an online creator, Caroline Chambersoften doesnt feel like cooking. Can you relate When youjust cant motivate yourself in the kitchen, this is the bookyou should reach for.

Inspired by Caros wildly popular Substack newsletter of thesame name, What to Cook When You Dont Feel Like Cookingis brimming with efficient recipes that take the guessworkout of dinnerin fact, each one is a complete meal: protein,veg, starch, done! The recipes are organized by the amountof time they take to cook, so whether you have 15 minutesto throw together Peanutty Pork and Brussels or a little bitlonger to simmer Turkey Bolognese with Sneaky Veggies, dinnertime is totally doable. On top of that, Caro givesyou more ways to choose, so you can search by protein(Chicken thighs waiting in the fridge Make White ChickenChili. Nothing but beans in the pantry Cannellini Capresewith Burrata is it!) or mood (Tomato Farrotto is perfectfor a cozy craving, and Crunchy Honey Harissa Fish Tacos are an excellent way to show off). Most importantly, theserecipes include Caros 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 thingor two. They dont compromise quality or flavorand theydeliver every time. With as few ingredients, steps, and, ofcourse, dirty dishes as possible, dinner awaits!

Reviews

"As a mom of three boys, Caro knows what both parents andkids crave, andmy 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 tohappily dog-ear and smudgeit 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."--DebPerelman, New York Timesbestselling 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 todo your thingwith 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 Timesbestselling author ofLet'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 everythingIneed at home for that, and omg my kids will love me if I makethatfor 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 Timesbestselling author ofDinner: 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 beautifuland 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 Timesbestselling author ofWhat's Gaby Cooking: Take It Easy

Author Bio

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).