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1. Milk Street: Tuesday Nights: More than 200 Simple Weeknight Suppers that Deliver Bold Flavor, Fast

   By: Christopher Kimball

   A renowned chef from Epicurious presents inventive and tasty weeknight meals in a simple and speedy cookbook suitable for novice cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike.

2. Half Baked Harvest Super Simple: More Than 125 Recipes for Instant, Overnight, Meal-Prepped, and Easy Comfort Foods

   By: Tieghan Gerard

   These 125 straightforward yet impressive recipes cater to all tastes, featuring minimal ingredients, fail-safe meal preparation, seamless hosting solutions, and a variety of options, including vegan and vegetarian choices, ensuring there's something for everyone.

3. Once Upon a Chef: Weeknight/Weekend: 70 Quick-Fix Weeknight Dinners

   By: Jennifer Segal

   A bestseller from The New York Times, featuring 70 speedy weeknight meals and 30 indulgent weekend recipes, all designed to elevate everyday dining, regardless of your kitchen schedule.

4. The Well Plated Cookbook: Fast, Healthy Recipes You'll Want to Eat

   By: Erin Clarke

   Classic comfort dishes with a healthier twist, crafted by the founder of the wellness-focused blog, Well Plated by Erin.

5. Ottolenghi Simple: A Cookbook

   By: Yotam Ottolenghi

   A finalist for the James Beard Award, this bestselling compilation features 130 straightforward, boldly flavored recipes from renowned chef Yotam Ottolenghi.

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