This is a great resource for those who want to get tasty meals on the table fast and with minimal effort. The recipes are clear and very easy to follow, they're all composed of ingredients that are readily obtainable at any decently stocked grocery store. Along with these essential qualities, there is a fantastic variety of dishes here - some of which are classics changed to boost their cooking ease, boost their protein power, or another helpful tweak, and some of which were brand new to me. Also, the meals are all nicely organized both into chapters by preparation style (sheet pan, Dutch oven, etc.), and at the end there's a completely different breakdown of dishes by their estimated time to cook, which some people will definitely find most useful on particularly busy evenings or nights when they're simply lower on bandwidth than normal.

I've seen more than by far share of cook books promising relatively quick and easy meals - but this is one of the few that actually delivers on all fronts, and mightily so!

The “I Don’t Want to Cook” Book is great for people looking for quick and easy meals. I loved the tips, tricks, and shortcuts included in the book including care instructions for various cookware as well as conversion charts. The recipes are rather simple when it comes to ingredients, but would also provide a great base for anyone who may want to play around and customize them to their own taste. I appreciate that the book is separated by cook method, but do wish there was an added section for meals specifically for kid-approved recipes for picky eaters. While the photos of the dishes look delicious, I do wish there was a photo for every single recipe. Overall, I found several recipes that I plan to keep on hand for busy nights when cooking is the last thing I want to worry about.

🧚🏻 A huge thank you goes to NetGalley, Adams Media, and author Alyssa Brantley for providing me with a free copy of this book in return for my honest review.

Thank you #Netgalley for the advanced copy!

Great simple recipes to make after work or in a pinch. Love the convenience factor as well as breaking down into cooking methods, one pot, one skillet, grilling, etc.

As someone who works long hours, The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book was exactly what I needed to cut back on fast food and rediscover the joy of homemade meals. With 100 low-prep, no-mess recipes, it takes the stress out of cooking. The one-pot options, whether using a skillet, sheet pan, or pressure cooker, make meals quick and easy.

My husband and I have been trying to reduce takeout, but finding time for elaborate meals is hard. This book has allowed us to enjoy great food without spending hours in the kitchen. Best of all, it’s given us more time to relax and spend together outside of cooking.

If you’re looking for easy, fast meals that fit into a busy schedule, I highly recommend The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book. It’s made me look forward to cooking again!

This cookbook is wonderful for people who already know how to cook really well and have a well-stocked pantry and spice rack! The recipes look and sound delicious, I love that the dishes have a wide range between vegetarian and all the meat. The variety of seafood recipes was especially nice. That said, this cookbook is not for people on a budget; many of the ingredients are on the pricey side so that was disappointing. If you're a seasoned cook then you'll enjoy browsing through this cookbook though! There really is a recipe for everyone!
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read the free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I received an ARC of this cookbook from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a great cookbook full of really easy recipes to make when you don't feel like cooking!

Absolutely loved this cookbook! So easy handle and easy to maneuver! The only critique I would give would be that every recipe needs a picture.

I love the idea of a cookbook devoted to one pot easy meals. I am always looking for this type of recipe for weeknight dinners so this book interested me right off the bat. I thought the layout and graphics were fun and quirky which added to the overall aesthetic of the book. The recipes are unique yet delicious. I found it convenient that the recipes were organized by how they were cooked. I especially liked the section at the end that had the recipes organized by time to make. I thought it was great that all of the ingredients are easy to find and many are pantry staples. I can see this book being a well-used book with my family, and definitely one that I will reach for when I need a quick meal. I would recommend this book to anyone. It would even make a great gift.

Loved the illustrations and the aesthetics of this book! Recipes are easy to follow along and includes foods from different cultures which I loved. The "Hands-Off Cook Time" portion was a great inclusion since it allows me to plan ahead of other things I can get done while the dish is cooking. The book also separates the recipes at the end by the cooking time which is good for those on the go.

I wish the book included more photos of the recipes. I will also say the photos they did include that incorporated bread did not look that appetizing. Maybe it's just me but the photos just made the bread look really dry.

Overall, great cookbook for those on the go or for those who don''t enjoy spending much time in the kitchen. Would definitely try out more recipes from the book when I don't feel like cooking :)

I am very excited to be reading this book! My full review to follow.
Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for this ARC. All thoughts and comments are my own.

I absolutely loved this, as someone that does really need quick meals sometimes, this actually gave me ideada, for things real people eat.

Loved that it wasn't a bunch of recipes and ideas that sound good on paper and don't actually translate in ream life.

I will be actually using some of this.

I have to start off by saying that I LOVE that this actually provides exactly what it promises. If there's one thing I hate about recipe books/cookbooks it's when it says that it provides something specific but actually doesn't but this doesn't do that at all. There are plenty of recipes, they're varied and they actually are easy, done in one pot meals with easily accessible ingredients. As someone who struggles with cooking and eating in general due to personal issues this is a fantastic book! I also loved the layout and the pictures

I love how easy these recipes are! Not only are they one pot, but most have fairly reasonable ingredient lists with store bought items (that can be swapped out easily for homemade versions if that's your thing). I also love when a book gives good advice on top of good recipes - which this one absolutely does. It gives two reminders at the start of the book: always read the recipe all the way through and always prep everything before starting to cook. I made both mistakes frequently when I started cooking and it really makes everything harder if you don't.

The "I Don't Want to Cook" Book: Dinners Done in One Pot by Alyssa Brantley is my kind of cookbook! I love one pot meals and casseroles. There are some good, creative, and healthy recipes featured and most include full color photos along with the recipe.

This is the perfect cookbook for people like me- busy, tired, and just need something easy that won't use half the dishes in the kitchen. This book is divided by cooking instrument such as wok, slow cooker, and cast iron pan, which makes it much easier to decide what to cook. Highly recommend!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ebook in exchange for an honest review.

Starts with tips, tools, and equipment needed to make your life easier while cooking.
A lot of the recipes did not have pictures and I felt like the graphic design didn’t really attract me. For me, it fell flat. Somehow these still seemed like a hassle to make.

That being said there are some recipes that I liked that I want to try. It also has the serving info: calories, fat, protein, carbs… which is helpful.

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC! This came at the perfect time as I had said “I don’t want to cook” just the night before.

A good collection of recipes, and it doesn’t have too many ingredients in each one where you might not have something on hand.

I really enjoyed this cook book. So many yummy and easy dishes to cook on those days/nights when you can not be bothered. Handy that it is all done in one pot so there is less cleaning. A win win situation.

This is a great cookbook for dinners when you just want great food as easily as possible! I'm going to be honest, that most dinners for me. I love these one pot recipes. I'm very excited to make the pot pie recipe with biscuit crust this week. It looks delicious AND simple.

In a household where both adults work, books like this are the best! Great pictures show you the recipes and there are easy steps with instructions for simple substitutions. Thanks to NetGalley, Adams Media, and Alyssa Brantley for the chance to read and review. My opinions are my own!

A fun idea for a cookbook. I appreciate the simplicity of the book as well. It's clean, clear cut and simple for most people.

There are many recipes that sound amazing and I flipped right away!

The drawbacks- I would have liked more pictures, at least one for every dish. That way I know what I'm aiming for when replicating. I also thought there could have been more defined chapters/sections etc. A little more entertainment value could have been added by putting a blurb or two about the recipe, still a top notch cookbook any busy person would appreciate!