The Barefoot Contessa’s Cooking for Jeffrey and More Amazing New Cookbooks

Cooking for Jeffrey: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook, by Ina Garten
A love letter in the form of a cookbook may be unconventional, but beloved hostess Ina Garten has never let convention stand in her way. Not only does Cooking for Jeffrey include some of Ina’s charming husband’s favorite recipes, and the most-requested recipes of the couple’s many friends (please tell me how I can insinuate myself into this group), it also features stories and anecdotes from Ina and Jeffrey’s four decades together. From easy yet elegant party fare like herbed goat cheese, to updated versions of traditional dishes such as Brisket with Onions and Leeks, to tasty, make-ahead dinners for two, you’ll find a plethora of inspiring dishes in this loving and delicious tribute to an enduring relationship.

The Whole30 Cookbook, by Melissa Hartwig
In homes and workplaces across America, people are embarking on the Whole30 program: a pledge to dine within certain clean-eating boundaries for 30 days, powered by the promise of increased energy, better sleep, and better habits by the end of it. This cookbook is designed with changing how people look at the challenge in mind. Whole30 is meant to be less of a diet and more of a lifestyle, one in which eating deliciously is just as important as good health. With dozens of recipes created with home cooks’ busy schedules and need for variety in mind, it’s the perfect supplement to your healthy-eating resolutions.

Betty Crocker Cookbook, 12th Edition: Everything You Need to Know to Cook from Scratch, by Betty Crocker Editors
Whether you’re smoking a beef brisket, trying your hand at cold-brewed iced coffee, or throwing a fancy dinner party, the new and improved Betty Crocker Cookbook is packed with fresh takes on classic recipes, as well as a wide range of tempting new dishes, from Pho to Short Rib Ragu, that will appeal to today’s home cook. Altogether there are 1,000 tried-and-true recipes and 500 new ones, along with helpful tips and techniques for chefs of every skill level. You’ll also find step-by-step guides on everything from making a lattice crust to boning a fish, gorgeous photos of ingredients from around the world, and detailed nutrition information for every recipe.

Skinnytaste Fast and Slow: Knockout Quick-Fix and Slow Cooker Recipes, by Gina Homolka and Heather K. Jones
For those of us who are trying to eat healthy meals but don’t have a lot of time to spare for food prep (because let’s face it, those new episodes of Black Mirror aren’t going to watch themselves), famed Skinnytaste blog founder Gina Homolka’s new cookbook really hits the spot. It’s filled with quick weeknight recipes that will be ready in under 30 minutes, as well as easy to assemble fix-it-and-forget-about-it slow cooker dinners you’ll love coming home to at the end of a long day. Pasta fiends will appreciate the regular subbing-in of “zoodles” (zucchini noodles) and “squashta” (squash pasta) in place of heavier, carb-happy fare, so you can treat yourself to comfort foods that are actually good for you (and your skinny jeans).

Sweet! Celebrations: A My Cupcake Addiction Cookbook, by Elise Strachan
Let us now take a detour to a magical land where there’s a cupcake for every celebratory occasion! It’s the world of My Cupcake Addiction television show host Elise Strachan’s new book Sweet! Celebrations, and it’s filled with dazzling recipes for everything from game day cupcakes to Jack O’Lantern Smash Cakes to rose-shaped strawberry lemon meringues. From the sublime to the ridiculously delicious, Strachan’s creative recipes for treats, snacks, and colorful drink pairings will inspire bakers of all levels, from novice to Master Level Cupcake Demon.

The Chew Approved: The Most Popular Recipes from The Chew Viewers, by The Chew
Fans of ABC’s hit show The Chew relish the segment known as Chew Tank, in which cooks from across the country submit their favorite recipes and compete for the opportunity to cook alongside some of their favorite hosts, including Mario Batali and Daphne Oz. The fifth companion cookbook to the popular show features some of the best recipes from viewers, plus helpful tips and tricks for home cooks from the show’s intrepid hosts.

Appetites: A Cookbook, by Anthony Bourdain
Everyone’s favorite bad boy chef is back with Appetites, his first cookbook in over 10 years (since 2004’s Les Halles Cookbook), which is well worth the wait. Fans will get a peek at the softer side of Bourdain as he shares insights into the dishes he makes regularly for family and friends (this man can make me a grilled cheese any day). The recipes in Appetites run the gamut, from simple (but perfectly executed) dishes like scrambled eggs, to fancier fare like Korean fried chicken, and clams with chorizo, leeks, bacon, and white wine. There are also plenty of tips and tricks for how to stay calm and collected while hosting Thanksgiving, or throwing a party—delivered with Bourdain’s signature acerbic wit, of course.