The New York Times Cooking: No-Recipe Recipes

 The New York Times Cooking: No-Recipe Recipes
By Sam Sifton

Ten Speed Press, 2021. 242 pages. Nonfiction. Cookbooks

Cooking without recipes is a kitchen skill, like cutting vegetables into dice or flipping an omelet. Sifton makes improvisational cooking easy. Each recipe uses ingredients you have on hand or could pick up on a quick trip to the store.

Are you tired of the endless cycle of recipes, grocery lists, and specific ingredients? I was too. I found myself overwhelmed by the demands of finding recipes, shopping for every single item, and ended up burned out from the whole process. My kitchen was a source of stress rather than joy.

That’s where "No-Recipe Recipes" by Sam Sifton comes to the rescue. This book is a game-changer for anyone who wants to simplify their cooking without sacrificing flavor. Sifton's approach is all about harnessing the power of your pantry and using the staples you already have. As I flipped through the pages, I couldn’t help but feel a rush of excitement at the thought of experimenting with what I had on hand.

One of the best parts? The book offers adaptable ideas for when you’re missing an ingredient, with handy suggestions for substitutions. It’s like having a cooking buddy who knows exactly what you’re working with and helps you make the most of it. This cookbook is exactly what I needed to take my no-recipe cooking to the next level and truly enjoy the freedom of the kitchen.

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