Was expecting a tad 'more' from this book, to be honest. The secret ingredient was often something that's not easily on hand in the pantry, and it seems a bit pointless to buy something just to use as a secret ingredient in some food you rarely make.
I requested this book before going vegetarian so this next bit is a personal peeve - there isn't much vegetarian fare in there, and the recipes aren't very customizable to make them plant-based-friendly...but this one is on me...
However, all these recipes seemed like very involved cooking! The author says she has three young sons, yet I wonder how anyone can find the time to prep the food in this book with a busy lifestyle unless you're a stay-at-home-person and thus can afford to be in your kitchen for much of the day.
Disappointingly not efficient, not 'new', and not easy to make recipes, all in all...

This book is exactly what is promises to be, a nice, easy to follow collection of fast and healthier recipes that will please most family members.

This book was so excellent and tempting that immediately after getting a free digital copy, I went and bought the book. If that's not a ringing endorsement then I don't know what it is. I love the ease of the recipes while still maintaining great flavor. Thank you #netgalley for giving me an early view of this excellent cookbook.

The Secret Ingredient Cookbook is filled with a variety of fantastic recipes. I made several and they were easy and had ingredients that were easy to find at any local grocery store. Not all of the recipes include a picture, but the ones that do, look delicious. Many of the recipes are normal family fair but delicious none the less.. I enjoyed this cookbook and would recommend.

I followed Kelly on her social media for quite some time. Her book did not disappoint! I’ve tried a bunch of the recipes and will be trying them all in the end. The recipes were so easy to follow and tasted amazing.

The Secret Ingredient Cookbook is filled with recipes from scratch that is both delicious and good for you.
ARC provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I made several of the recipes, they were easy and had ingredients that were already in my kitchen or very accessible at my local grocery store. Not all of the recipes include a picture, but the ones that do, look delicious. Many of the recipes are things that we already make at our house, but had not thought to use the secret ingredient in that particular recipe. I enjoyed this cookbook and would recommend.

Thank you to NetGalley and Mariner Books for my ARC.

THIS WAS AMAZING - love all the hidden ingredients that Kelly tucks into each recipes.
The only thing that doesn't give this book a 5 star rating is that it needs more pictures - for each recipe!!
A cookbook MUST in my opinion - hence the honesty to mention it.

A huge thank you to NetGalley, Kelly Senyei and Mariner Books for providing me with a copy of this publication, which allows me to provide you with an unbiased review.

Brilliant book full of diverse ideas for cooking impressive dishes! I love the unique secret ingredient twist.

Thanks so much to Netgalley and the publishers for letting me access an advance copy of this book in exchange for my feedback.

3.5 stars There is nothing really wrong with this book, but also nothing super spectacular. I didn't find the gimmick of "secret ingredient" that compelling. The recipes also seemed unevenly distributed between categories. I tried the salmon and it was just okay?

I enjoyed the format of this book. The secret ingredient strategy made picking new recipes a little more interesting because the were often so unexpected.

*received for free from netgalley for honest review* 3.5 this is a pretty cool cookbook with good recipes, however i feel like i already knew alot of these recipes so i dont feel like i learned many new ones/would have a need to buy this, but the recipes aren't bad

This is a must-have for any kitchen. I particularly enjoyed the easy-to-read font, descriptions, and of course the instructions. Each of the 125 recipes has the secret Ingredient featured at the top of each page. I particularly enjoyed the helpful tips that prefaced the recipes. Kelly shares her tips for how to quickly ripen bananas, how to stabilize a cutting board, which type of measuring cup to measure sour cream, and much more.

Thank you to Kelly Senyei, NetGalley, and the publisher for this advanced readers copy in exchange for my honest review.

Really great book to have on your kitchen shelf! Covers many cool ways to add some spice and surprise in your dishes. I look forward to trying some out. Quite a versatile family cookbook.

The Secret Ingredient Cookbook by Kelly Senye is a fantastic way to add pizzazz to your recipes. The secret ingredient is a good way to add a twist of life to your meals. This book is a great way to update your favorite date night meals. Read The Secret Ingredient Cookbook now.
Bridgett R Veltman

This is the perfect cookbook when you want to cook something healthy and delicious, but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. All of the recipes have 7 or less ingredients, and they are simple to make. The book is filled with beautiful colored pictures of the finished meals, and most of the ingredients are staples that are found in everyone's pantry. I love that there is a section for the instant pot too! I like that it will provide a twist in flavor and ingredients for my husband and I. We will use it to mix things up, and add different flavors and flair to our weekly dinners.

I liked this cookbook. I successfully tried some of the recipes, and I’ll definitely make more. There were some great recipe tips secrets too. Most of the recipes had pictures, which is very helpful. I especially liked the vanilla bean doughnuts, so easy without yeast. The rotisserie chicken tortilla soup and the crisped and dipped chicken thighs were excellent.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

A great cookbook for those with standard diets who enjoy comfort-type dishes. The recipes are well laid-out and easy-to-follow while the ingredients aren't fussy, so that most of the dishes can be made with what's in a well-stocked pantry. The recipes I've made so far have been delicious and I look forward to trying more!

I love cookbooks. And more importantly, I love reviewing cookbooks. And this was no exception. With a beautiful cover, this book offers delicious looking twists on old classics, as well as new and improved recipes that I never thought I would be interested in. I can't wait to make some of these meals and snacks for myself.

The whole kicker of this cookbook is using ingredients to spice things up that you wouldn't think of. Or maybe you have thought of it, but you weren't sure how to incorporate it completely. Fettucine Alfredo? Why not add lobster. A berry gin drink? Add some ginger beer! Fried chicken? Put marmalade in the marinade! And so o. Some of these things might sound a little weird, but if you know me, I'm willing to try almost anything once, food wise.

Some of the recipes that caught my eye were the blueberry french toast muffins, caramel apple cinnamon rolls, dinner party crème brulee, noni's soft pretzel knots, and a drink called black and blue! I think they'd be just what I need to change up my food routine, and I'm excited to start in on them. If you're looking for an exciting cookbook to try out some new recipes for yourself, your friends, and your family, then definitely give this one a try!

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What a beautiful cookbook!
The photos inside are just gorgeous and everything looks so delicious! And the recipes sound just as good.