This was a great cookbook for me and my family. I tried the different recipes at home to mix up our weekly go to meals and most if not all were a big hit. I loved that the author introduced the perpetual grocery list, as it helped me strategize my own grocery shopping and cutting down on waste. Overall, this was an easy cookbook, with fantastic pictures, something for everyone (even those picky eaters), and great ideas.

Thank you Netgalley and for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book. The opinions written are completely honest and my own.

Realistic recipes I can make with my minimal cooking talent. I haven't attempted the fancy recipes, but the baked Ziti and breakfast banana splits were both satisfying.

This is a perfect cookbook for anyone who is busy and wants easy meals to make. There are recipes called 'Assembly Meals' that require little to no cooking which I think make this a unique cookbook. The recipes I'm most excited to try are Hashbrown Bake,Ramen Noodle Bowl, Chicken and Rice Casserole, and Chocolate Truffles.I would highly recommend this! Special Thank You to Emily Ley, Thomas Nelson and Zondervan Gift and NetGalley for allowing me to read a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

This is such a nice cookbook — beautiful, simple, helpful. I think it would be a great gift for new moms! I love the practical tips throughout the book.

Thank you NetGalley for this review copy. I really enjoyed this book and the fact that most recipes were super short. Long recipes on days when I have no time or energy to cook something time-consuming is a drag and this book slaps.

Just like the title suggests, this cookbook is full of simple recipes, that are perfect for the busy family or when you want to get food on the table quick and with minimal ingredients.

While I do love a good homemade recipe, where everything is made from scratch - life also gets busy and I don’t always have the time for that, so I appreciated that many of these recipes used packet and canned foods, just making it that little bit simpler on those busy nights and also quite affordable.

I picked out 8 recipes to try and the Rice Krispy Treats were a favourite and perfect for lunchboxes or to serve at parties. The Air Fried Salmon Bites were my personal favourite and I will easily made again, as it was delicious with the rice bowls we make and eat weekly. I was also surprised by the Coca-Cola Pot Roast, I would do this again and use the meat for pulled beef tacos.

Thank-you @netgalley @thomasnelson @zondervan and Emily for a Digital Advanced Readers Copy, in exchange for an honest review.

I greatly enjoyed this cookbook. The first part that lays out the cookbook is more helpful than the recipes, which I think must have been how it is designed. As someone who doesn't enjoy cooking, my goal is to get it done as quickly as possible with as little headache and clean up as possible, while still being healthy. This book helps me cook without recipes, and have the correct tools on hand to be efficient. I have enjoyed other content by Emily Ley, and this just adds to it.

A simple but helpful cookbook, especially for families. The recipes have color photos and are in sections on Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Fancy.
Two things I especially loved were the Assembly Meals (quicker meals that are creative and flexible from items you have on hand) and the Kitchen Notes - short essays from Emily, full of tips, ideas, and permission to do things your own way.
I've been a fan of Emily's other writing, and while this cookbook probably isn't revolutionary, it has a lot of great recipes that can help busy families.

Bright and kid-centric...

I really liked the bright and clean layout and easy to read recipes in this kid-centric cookbook.
It truly is simplified and geared toward families and getting food that they would actually eat on the table in a reasonable amount of time. From breakfast, lunch, dinner to dessert, easy to make with ingredients you probably have on hand.
Highly recommend.

This cookbook is exactly what is said it is - simplified. There isn't anything groundbreaking here, but it's a nice collection of simple recipes, including ideas for "assembly" meals (can be assembled from items you likely have on hand). It's organized by breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and fancy. I appreciate that there are photographs for almost all recipes. The index lists all of the recipes though not by ingredient.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #ThomasNelson for a free copy of #TheSimplifiedCookbook by Emily Ley. All opinions are my own.

I received a copy of this eBook from netGalley for a honest review.

I loved the easy, simple recipes in this book! The assembly meals in each section are brilliant, fun and easy to recreate. I could see myself using this cookbook often and not having a problem following or trading items.

Book Review: The Simplified Cookbook by Emily Ley

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

As a busy person constantly juggling the demands of life, I was thrilled to discover The Simplified Cookbook: Delicious Meals with Effortless Prep by Emily Ley. This cookbook has quickly become my go-to guide for getting meals on the table without feeling overwhelmed or stressed out.

Emily Ley understands the chaos of everyday life, especially for those of us who are always on the go, whether it's managing work, family, or just the general whirlwind of responsibilities. She has crafted this cookbook to help those of us who love to cook and those who dread it alike. With her own experiences as a mom of three, Ley provides practical solutions for simplifying mealtimes that resonate deeply with anyone who’s ever faced dinner-time panic.

What I really appreciate about this cookbook is its thoughtful organization. Each section—breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert—offers a wide variety of recipes that are not just easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. The recipes are laid out with clear prep times, cooking times, serving sizes, and straightforward instructions. Plus, the beautiful photographs accompanying each dish make it hard not to feel inspired to whip something up!

One standout feature is the inclusion of assembly meals. These quick and easy options require minimal cooking and can be put together by combining ready-to-use ingredients. It’s like having a lifesaver on those particularly hectic days when the thought of cooking feels extraordinarily daunting. I found myself reaching for these recipes on days I was feeling too exhausted to tackle a full-on cooking session.

From delicious Baked Apple Oatmeal to the refreshing Ramen Chicken Salad, and even the crowd-pleasing Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas, there’s something here for everyone. The fact that many recipes require only six ingredients or fewer is a game-changer for me, as it keeps my grocery list short and my meal prep efficient.

Overall, I would definitely recommend The Simplified Cookbook to anyone looking to make mealtime less stressful while still enjoying delicious food. Emily Ley has managed to create a resource that not only helps in the kitchen but also frees up time for what really matters—spending quality moments around the table with loved ones. If you’re in need of some culinary simplicity in your life, this book is worth a look!

⚠️This review was written based on personal opinions and experiences with the book. Individual preferences may vary⚠️

There are some excellent things about Emily Ley’s new cookbook that make this a standout. Fist, the recipes are family friendly and accessible. These lunch treats include tomato soup, several salads and a fun ramen noodle bowl. In addition, for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert (YES), assembly meals are included. This is a great way to plan your meals for the week- and get the entire family involved.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Thomas Nelson for the advance copy. All opinions are my own.

This is a fun book for a busy family. The perpetual grocery list is a great addition, and the “healthy-ish” section is the best.
Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for this ARC.

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There are a few recipes I do want to try but this cookbook isn’t really that great. I mean most of these recipes I have seen everywhere on the internet .

I wouldn’t buy it

I am a fan of Emily Ley's Simplified brand, but I was not a fan of The Simplified Cookbook. The recipes included did not seem to be original but a mix of recipes Emily enjoys using or from friends/family. It felt inauthentic, like something she just put her name on. I understand the concept of the book is to be easy meals. However, most recipes seemed like the kind most people would already have recipes for anyway (or not even need a recipe for such avocado toast, which is pretty self-explanatory). I didn't feel like there was anything particularly unique or interesting to take away from the book. I appreciate the opportunity to review it!

A nice compilation of basic, easy to prepare recipes using a lot of prepared/canned/jarred items. This is for anyone who is new to the kitchen, doesn’t enjoy the process of prepping and cooking, has limited time or any combo of the aforementioned. It’s more assembly than actual recipes, but is quite helpful and purposeful for a novice cook. The recipes are super easy to follow, use limited ingredients and are accompanied by lovely photographs.

This book was gorgeous (like most Simplified/Emily Ley projects ). In the introduction, Ley mentioned that this cookbook would have minimal ingredients and simple instructions for busy, overwhelmed parents. True to her word, the recipes are simple and easy to follow. Every recipe feels like something a working family would actually make like incorporating the use of frozen veggies, instant mash potatoes and other time savers. This book seems like a good fit for someone that isn't as experienced with cooking. Personally, I would have added more spices to most of the recipes if I were to cook them, but Ley did add a disclaimer at the front that you are welcome to customize the recipes to suite your palate.

Lots and lots of recipes here to make cooking easier. They are not all “from scratch” though, most recipes use canned food, store bought seasonings and refrigerated ingredientes, in case it matters to you, but they do simplify cooking, which is the point of this cookbook. You’ll definitely find recipes that you make at home for sure. I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review

The layout and pictures of this cookbook were beautifully done. I struggle to find meal ideas for my family especially since I'm not much of cook. This cookbook sounded perfect! As the title implies, these recipes are simple. A little too simple. Many of these recipes are for common meals that most people probably already make or know how to make already like rice krispie treats. This cookbook might be nice for meal ideas that aren't already in your weekly rotation.