Simply Ina

A brand-new collection of 85 easy yet impressive recipes for every meal of the day, from make-ahead lunches to effortless appetizers and showstopping dinners, from America’s favorite home cook. Each recipe in Simply Ina has a secret that makes preparing it easier than you thought. Some dishes rely on smart store-bought shortcuts—like Mashed Potato & Leek Soup so delicious no one will ever guess it’s made with packaged mashed potatoes, and Bourbon Baked Beans that dress up canned baked beans with smoked bacon, maple syrup, and good bourbon - because sometimes store-bought really is just fine! For seamless gatherings, Ina’s deeply flavorful Provencal Chicken with Olives & Capers can be made ahead and reheated in its Dutch oven before dinner, and the crispy oatmeal topping on her Cherry Berry Crumble can be prepped in advance for easy assembly in the moment. Elegant dishes like Endive & Avocado Salad and Irish Coffee Affogato involve little more than assembling ingredients, allowing you to serve something special without really cooking at all. Whether you’re feeding unexpected guests, pulling together a Tuesday night dinner after work, or hosting a dinner party and don’t want to miss all the fun cooped up in the kitchen, you’ll be happy to have these simple, satisfying, and completely doable recipes to turn to. Because simple food shouldn’t just save you time; it should let you enjoy the people you love. Simply Ina: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook. Published by Clarkson Potter. Hardcover. 256 pages.