You Got This!: Recipes Anyone Can Make and Everyone Will Love (A Cookbook)

by Diane Morrisey

Overview

Notes From Your Bookseller

Cooking can be stressful, but Diane Morrisey is here to help you utilize the skills and resources you already have to craft meals sure to satisfy any appetite.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Diane Morrisey got an Instagram account to spy on her six kids. One day, on a whim, she posted a photo of a cake she’d made. Before she knew it, she had a following asking for recipes and encouragement. So began Diane’s new life phase: teaching people how to pull together a meal in a cinch.

A self-taught home cook and former caterer with six grownish kids, Diane Morrisey knows what people want to eat—and what they can cook in the short window most of us have to get dinner on the table. The 100 simple recipes in You Got This! are designed to give cooks confidence and new ideas to get out of the “what to cook” rut. Designed for carnivores, pescatarians, and vegetarians, alike, they make and break the rules: they lean on what you already have on hand, and celebrate the idea that sometimes dinner isn’t the whole shebang, but rather something that’s dinner-ish. That’s when Diane takes a package of store-bought pizza dough to make Butter Chicken Calzones.

In Diane’s hands, quick cheesy numbers such as Sheet Pan Lasagna and lighter fare like Seared Salmon with Orange Avocado Salad come together in a snap. Veg-forward dishes including Roasted Cauliflower Curry and Sesame Green Beans with Crispy Tofu bring bold flavor and nourishment, while meals in bowls, such as Ginger Pork Vermicelli, have a place here, too.

With gorgeous four-color photography throughout and tips on every page, You Got This! will empower those who are new to cooking and inspire anyone stuck in a “what to cook” rut.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781668033418
Publisher:	S&S/Simon Element
Publication date:	03/25/2025
Sold by:	SIMON & SCHUSTER
Format:	eBook
Pages:	272
File size:	38 MB
Note:	This product may take a few minutes to download.

About the Author

Diane Morrisey is the founder of @DianeMorrisey on Instagram. She is known for her acute sense of humor and her easy and innovative recipes that come with a big side of “you got this” encouragement. A former caterer, Diane was also an executive at Whole Foods where she oversaw the prepared foods business and overall operations for stores in New York and Connecticut. In other words, she knows what people want to eat—and what they can cook in the short window most of us have to get dinner on the table. She lives in Trumbull, Connecticut, with her husband and whichever of her six children happen to be home for dinner.

Editorial Reviews

This is the kind of cookbook every home cook needs on their shelves. Diane’s no-nonsense approach makes cooking feel accessible and fun, whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting your journey. Her belief in the power of cooking to bring people together shines through every page, and her heartfelt encouragement reminds us that cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be extraordinary.” —Erin Clarke, author of The Well Plated Cookbook and Well Plated Everyday

"With this reliable collection of easy breezy dinners and more, Diane reminds us that there’s no greater joy than gathering around delicious food with our loved ones! You Got This! will boost your confidence in the kitchen and bring joy and flavor to your table." — Carolina Gelen, author of Pass the Plate

"You Got This will quickly become a classic in your kitchen. Diane has managed to create timeless and nostalgic recipes that still feel creative and fresh. She has a unique ability to make everyday cooking feel special no matter the occasion or skill level. With so many bookmarked pages already, it’s clear that these recipes will be cherished for many years to come!" –Carissa Stanton, NYT Best Selling Author of Seriously, So Good

"With You Got This, Diane invites us into her kitchen, sharing family stories and the deliciously approachable recipes that have made her a hero to busy home cooks everywhere. Diane's warm and encouraging voice is present on every page, making this book feel immediately accessible to cooks of all levels. You Got This is filled with recipes for the comfort foods we crave, with plenty of veggie-forward updates to fit the way we eat today." —Lidey Heuck, Author of Cooking In Real Life

"In You Got This!, Diane has set a place at the table just for us. Of course, this is the same place Diane soaked up everything she knows about food, family and feeding the ones you love. We are all part of her family now, and she is dishing out all of her secrets! So roll up your sleeves, tuck in your napkin, and pass me a slice of Sheet Pan Lasagna —we are going to be here for a deliciously long time." —Dan Pelosi, New York Times Best Selling Author of Let’s Eat!

"Diane is like that awesome family member who always cooks the first thing to disappear on the table. Her recipes are crowd-pleasing, craveable, and always achievable. But best of all, she wants to share all her wisdom with anyone hungry. Pull up a seat at her table—become a part of her family, and become a better cook in the process (and enjoy the process more, too)!"—Erin Jeanne McDowell, author of The Book on Pie and host of Happy Baking

“This cookbook is going to become a staple in my kitchen! My favorite thing about Diane's recipes are that they're not only delicious but made for real life. I think of her as the people's cook— I always feel like she knows how to hit recipes, methods, and ingredients that so many of us love." —Lindsay Ostrom, founder of Pinch of Yum

"This cookbook is such a gem! It's full of simple, delicious recipes that feel like home, and Diane's tips make it feel like you've got a personal cheerleader in the kitchen. With this book, you really do got this!" —Jennifer Segal, author and founder of Once Upon a Chef

"Step into Diane's kitchen and experience the warmth and comfort of home with every page you turn. In You Got This!, you'll find a collection of recipes that are as beautiful as they are delicious, each one infused with the love and care that only Diane can bring. Her videos on social media and her debut cookbook make you feel like you're right there in mom's kitchen, savoring every bite of food that tastes like a warm hug. From hearty family favorites like Grilled Steak Gyros to stunning show-stoppers like Chicken Parmesan with Vodka Sauce, Diane's culinary creations are sure to become staples in your home, bringing joy and connection to every meal!" —Gaby Dalkin, New York Times Best Selling Author and Founder of What's Gaby Cooking

“I fell in love with Diane Morrisey over Instagram for her sumptuous and very approachable food. Her beautiful, freckled hands have inspired many a meal in my house. I’m thrilled that her recipes are accessible in this gorgeous book. Now we can all bring our families together, Diane Morrisey style, over a giant platter of deliciousness.” —Gwyneth Paltrow

“From cheesy Sheet Pan Lasagna to Chard, Potato and Red Pepper Frittata, Morrisey brings a can-d o attitude to any meal. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or for yourself, she’ll have you saying, ‘I got this!’ in no time.” —First for Women

“Nothing has made me happier in the last few years (at least food–wise) than the proliferation of salty-sweet desserts...So when I came across the “Chocolate Chips” in Instagram sensation Diane Morrissey’s new cookbook You Got This! I knew I had to try them.” —Real Simple

"If you’ve got a little extra time on a Saturday, head to the nearest market to get the ingredients for this incredibly tasty (and impressive) labor of love."—Katie Couric Media

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