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Muffin Tin Chef

Learn to make quick, easy, and utterly delicious mini meals (without the clean up!) in this collection of muffin tin recipes.
Acclaimed chef Matt Kadey proves that the muffin tin is not just for desserts anymore! In the same way it transforms a single cake into a dozen cute cupcakes, your muffin tin is the secret to making tasty and fun mini versions of all your favorite foods.
Filled with full-color photos and easy-to-follow recipes, this handy cookbook shows how to whip up pop-in-your-mouth, perfectly portioned dishes. From crowd-pleasing appetizers and enticing side dishes to mouth-watering entrees and delectable desserts, Muffin Tin Chef features 101 creative recipes, including:
• Baked Eggs in Prosciutto Cups
• Peach-Stuffed French Toast Bowls
• Spinach Dip Bowls
• Jalapeño Cheese Rolls
• Butternut Squash Soufflés
• Chicken Italiano Pizza Bites
• Lasagna Rolls
• Crab Cakes with Corn-Tomato Relish
• No-Bake Cheesecakes with Raspberry Sauce

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Dry Mix Dinners

Make-Ahead Jar Meals & Seasoning Blends for Fast, Flavorful Weeknights (Sizzling Sauces & Condiments Book 2)

Dry Mix Dinners

By Josie B. Malone — Read for FREE on Kindle Unlimited

Let’s be honest—many dry mix cookbooks ask for things you can’t find in a regular grocery store. I know, because I’ve bought those same ingredients myself. The truth is, Dry Mix Dinners isn’t about making you hunt down obscure bulk items—it’s about teaching you how to build better mixes with what you have, and showing you how a few smart pantry staples can turn into endless meals.

Yes, some recipes call for specialty items like powdered butter or freeze-dried vegetables, but only because they make your mixes shelf-stable and giftable. You can always swap, skip, or scale them to fit your budget and pantry. Many of these ingredients now come in smaller bags online—no need for 20-pound sacks or emergency-prepper bins.

And as for serving sizes? I keep them small and flexible by design. Every recipe lists one serving so you can multiply or divide without the math gymnastics. Whether you’re cooking for one or six, you decide how much to make—because food should fit your life, not the other way around.

As for beans, rice, and pasta—some mixes absolutely do need to be cooked separately. That’s part of making sure everything cooks evenly and tastes right. I’ve noted it clearly in the instructions, and each mix is meant to be easy, not complicated. These jars are about real food convenience, not shortcuts that sacrifice quality.
Inside You’ll Discover

70 Tested Recipes — including Pantry Meal Bases, One-Jar Soups & Stews, Casserole Starters, Beverage Mixes, Dips & Dressings, Savory Staples, and Baking & Desserts.

Complete Recipe Details — servings, prep & cook times, tools needed, imperial & metric measurements, step-by-step instructions, nutrition facts, and Josie’s personal tips.

Packaging & Storage Strategies — keep your mixes fresh, labeled, and beautiful on the shelf.

Gifting Inspiration — themed jars, “mix-of-the-month” sets, and creative wrapping ideas.

Meal Planning Advice — batch cook, build mix-and-match menus, and reduce food waste.

Troubleshooting & Seasonal Ideas — fix clumps, boost flavor, and refresh your pantry year-round.
Why You’ll Love Dry Mix Dinners

Real Ingredients, Real Choices: Use what you have, substitute what you can, and don’t stress over perfection.

Flexible Servings: Recipes are portioned for one person—easy to scale for families or gifting.

Practical, Not Pretentious: These mixes work whether you shop at Walmart or Whole Foods.

Family-Tested: Every recipe was tried, tweaked, and approved by my five kids.

Gift-Ready: Beautiful jars that make thoughtful, personal presents.

A Note from Josie:
I’m new to writing cookbooks, and I’ve learned that formatting, portioning, and ingredient choices matter as much as flavor. Dry Mix Dinners is the result of hundreds of hours of testing—and of listening to readers who wanted a more down-to-earth, flexible guide.

This book isn’t about selling bulk ingredients—it’s about empowering you to make wholesome, shelf-stable mixes that fit your real life.

Follow me for recipe demos, pantry inspiration, and kitchen stories on Instagram:
📸 @josiebmalone

Ready to simplify your kitchen and cook with confidence?
Grab your copy of Dry Mix Dinners today and start building your own pantry magic—one jar at a time.

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Dry Mix Magic (Sizzling Sauces & Condiments Book 1)

Dry Mix Magic is your go-to guide for building a pantry that works as hard as you do. Say goodbye to overpriced store packets and hello to homemade convenience—fluffy breakfast blends, cozy drink mixes, crowd-pleasing dips, savory soup bases, flavorful rubs, and more. With simple ingredients, smart storage tips, and step-by-step directions, you’ll create shelf-stable mixes that taste like real food, not factory formulas.

Whether you’re prepping for holiday baking season, stocking up for fall comfort cooking, planning winter warm-ups, refreshing your pantry for spring meal prep, or making thoughtful homemade food gifts, this book shows you how to craft reliable mixes that save money, save time, and upgrade every meal.

Inside you’ll find:

Easy recipes made with everyday pantry staples

Make-ahead blends for breakfasts, beverages, dips, dinners & desserts

Tips for long-term storage, gifting, and mix-and-match flavor boosts

Kid-tested, family-approved recipes with no preservatives or mystery ingredients

Clear labels, batch sizes, and add-ins for every mix

Perfect for busy home cooks, budget-friendly families, pantry preppers, and anyone who wants smarter shortcuts without sacrificing flavor.

Bring convenience back where it belongs—your kitchen.

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Much Loved Mediterranean Casseroles Cookbook

Budget-Friendly and Comforting One Pot Recipes Anyone Can Make: Delicious and Cheap Meals Made With Everyday Ingredients

Mediterranean Casseroles Made Simple

From the author of several bestselling cookbooks, busy mom and fitness enthusiast, Alissa Noel Grey, comes a great new collection of delicious, easy to make family recipes that will make you healthier, happier and more energetic than ever.

Inspired by the flavors of Greece, Italy, Spain, Turkey, and beyond, this cookbook features heathy casserole recipes that are as easy to make as they are satisfying to eat. Whether you’re a beginner in the kitchen or just need quick family meals you can count on, these recipes are made with easy-to-find ingredients, minimal prep, and maximum flavor.

Inside you’ll find:
✅ Casserole recipes that are budget-friendly and use everyday ingredients already in your pantry
✅ Step-by-step instructions for stress-free cooking, even on busy weeknights
✅ Naturally balanced recipes rooted in the Mediterranean diet – heart-healthy, fiber-rich, and full of good fats
✅ Family-approved favorites perfect for sharing around the table

If you’re craving a return to flavorful, nourishing meals that feel like home – without spending hours in the kitchen – this cookbook will become a much-loved staple in your home!

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101 Things To Do With a BBQ

Everybody loves barbeque! Backyard barbeque guru Steve Tillet has collected 101 fantastic recipes for barbeque of all varieties-from appetizers to desserts to vegetarian solutions-proving that the grill is the best and easiest summertime cooking option. Get outta the kitchen with amazingly simple recipes like Poppin’ BBQ Popcorn, Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms, Stuffed Tomatoes on the Grill, Grilled Onion Bloom, Seafood Pesto Pizza, Doc’s Dry-Rub T-Bone Steak, Roberto’s South American Lime Ribs, Andie’s Angelic BBQ Burgers, Scott’s Tantalizing Dry Rub Chicken, Grant’s Monday Night Special Buffalo Wings, Parmesan Grilled Halibut, and even desserts like Chocolate Banana Bang-a-rang. There is also a section with Helpful Hints, Advanced Grilling Tips, and a bonus section on superb Sauces and Rubs!Steve Tillet is the king of BBQ (in his own backyard), and the son of a butcher. He barbeques year-round for his wife and children, even in the Portland, Oregon, rain. Raised in central Washington, he spent many years in the South and Midwest perfecting his barbeque recipes as he finished his medical residency. He is a practicing podiatric surgeon.

A. Sherwood
5.0 out of 5 stars.
Great recipes!
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2011
Format: Spiral-bound
I love this book! We bought it several years ago and have used it a great deal. The recipes are fantastic and easy to make. They are also easy to adjust to your family's preferences. I also love that it has ideas for more than just meat. We've used many of the recipes and they've all been winners!

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The Heart Healthy Cookbook for Two

125 Perfectly Portioned Low Sodium, Low Fat Recipes

Heart-healthy, perfectly-portioned meals for two — it’s a snap with this cookbook.

When cooking with heart health in mind, portion sizes are just as important as ingredients. This heart healthy cookbook saves you the guesswork of what and how much to eat with perfectly portioned recipes just for two.

Cardiac dietician and renowned nutrition expert, Jennifer Koslo, serves up guilt-free meals that are low on sodium and fat, but high on flavor—for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Complete with a meal plan to get you started off right, this heart healthy cookbook makes it easy to enjoy your meals worry-free.

The Heart Healthy Cookbook for Two includes:

  • Perfect-for-two Portions—Say “goodbye” to the guesswork of halving recipes and confidently prepare quick, appropriately-sized meals.
  • 125 Delicious, Nutrient-rich Recipes—Enjoy good food that’s good for your heart, too.
  • A Four-week Meal Plan—Kick-start your diet at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All planned out, all perfectly delicious.

Stop worrying—you’ll always have just the right amount on your plate with The Heart Healthy Cookbook for Two.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“This cookbook is a valuable tool for anyone looking to maintain a heart-healthy diet while enjoying delicious, well-balanced meals.” ― Reader Review

“I really like this cookbook! It’s so hard to find recipes for one or two people, and heart-healthy, too. The recipes all look super tasty and easy to make, and call for ingredients that are easy to find. Highly recommend.” ― Reader Review

“The recipes are practical and simple, using items easily found in the grocery store. This cookbook would be excellent for a single person or a couple, interested in eating well balanced and healthy meals without waste or leftovers.” ― Reader Review –This text refers to the paperback edition.

About the Author

JENNIFER KOSLO, PHD, RD, CSSD, is a registered dietitian and nationally recognized nutrition expert. She is the author of Diabetic Cookbook for Two, Alkaline Diet for Beginners, and The Insulin Resistance Diet, among other titles. As a cardiac dietitian, Jennifer provided patients with nutritional assessments and education, as well as cardiac rehabilitation education. –This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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Easy Frugal Cookbook

100 Satisfying Recipes That Won’t Break the Bank

Eat well for less—100 delicious, affordable recipes the whole family will love

It’s easier than you think to make hearty meals that are tasty, budget-friendly, and nutritious. Discover an easy cookbook that shows you how, with 100 inexpensive family recipes that use basic ingredients, and can be made in just a few steps.

This easy cookbook will help you whip up satisfying dishes like Crispy Coconut Drumsticks or Open-Face Turkey Sandwiches for everyone in the house for just $5. All it takes is the right recipe, a few tricks, and a little planning to make the most of your food budget.

Discover how versatile and flavorful cheap eating can be with an easy cookbook that offers:

  • Budget tricks—Recipes are sorted by estimated cost of ingredients, from $5 to $15 dollars per batch, and include tips to lower the cost of ingredients even further.
  • Shop smart—This easy cookbook includes tips about shopping efficiently and optimizing ingredients and leftovers.
  • Menu plan—A sample meal plan and shopping list will help simplify meal prep and save you money and time.

Bring the whole family to the table with an easy cookbook that makes weeknight dinners easy and affordable.

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One-Pot Mediterranean Diet

101 Simple Meals for Your Skillet, Baking Sheet, Dutch Oven, and More 

The famed Mediterranean diet—simplified into one pot simmering with flavor

Consistently ranked as one of the best and most doctor-recommended diets in the world, the Mediterranean diet is known for its amazing benefits like weight loss and reducing the risk of Parkinson’s disease. One-Pot Mediterranean Diet delivers tons of recipes exploding with fresh flavors with the ease and convenience of the one-pot method.

Explore a diversity of foods from a Mediterranean Breakfast Board to Spicy Grilled Veggie Pita using seasonally fresh ingredients and spices. Avoid obstacles including cleanup and hard-to-find ingredients and stay on track as you discover this all-inclusive way of cooking designed to fit into our everyday lives.

Inside this one-Pot Mediterranean cookbook you’ll discover:

  • More than a cookbook—Learn about the Mediterranean diet, lifestyle, and nutrition before diving into the recipes.
  • Family dinners—While containing things like soups, salads, and sides, the book features predominantly main dishes.
  • Substitute teacher—Clearly written, easy-to-follow recipes allow readers to easily substitute ingredients as needed.

One pot keeps the smart, healthy spirit of the Mediterranean diet alive while cutting the time you’ll spend in the kitchen.

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WeightWatchers New Complete Cookbook

Over 500 Delicious Recipes for the Healthy Cook’s Kitchen (WeightWatchers Lifestyle)

The newest and fully revised edition of one of America’s bestselling cookbooks for people who love to eat while embracing a healthier lifestyle.
 
WeightWatchers knows the secrets for pairing good nutrition with great taste. From hearty breakfasts to flavorful dinners, you’ll discover new recipes that rely on lean meats, whole grains, and fresh produce. Try new favorites like Cremini Mushrooms with Quinoa and Thyme or Swiss Chard au Gratin, or family standbys like Buttermilk-Blueberry Corn Muffins and Sicilian Sausage-Stuffed Pizza. Reflecting the current trends in food, this edition boasts new chapters on appetizers and beverages, featuring a no-cook cocktail party; small plates for creating tapas for light meals; recipes for the grill; 20-minute main dishes, including advice on shopping and streamlining; plus numerous tips and techniques. With more than 60 color photos, this book will make everyone healthier and happier.

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Casserole Cookbook

Embrace the Art of Effortless Cooking with a Treasury of 1500 Days’ Worth of Delicious Recipes, Perfect for Creating Memorable and Nourishing Family Meals on a Frugal Budget

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✅ In this comprehensive cookbook, we delve into the heart of your pain points: the struggle of monotonous meals and overwhelming schedules. But fear not, because we’ve got your back! With our carefully curated collection of casserole recipes, you’ll discover a treasure trove of mouthwatering dishes that are both effortless to prepare and bursting with flavor.

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  • Step-by-Step Process: Discover how to effortlessly create delectable casseroles with our easy-to-follow recipes.
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  • Versatile Options: Explore a wide range of casserole variations, from vegetarian delights to hearty meaty feasts.
  • Family-Friendly Fare: Delight your loved ones with dishes that are both comforting and nutritious.
  • Make-Ahead Marvels: Prepare meals in advance and enjoy more quality time with your family and friends.
  • Health-Conscious Choices: Find recipes that cater to different dietary preferences, including gluten-free and low-fat options.


🧏🏻 Imagine the aroma of a bubbling casserole wafting through your kitchen, tantalizing your senses. Picture yourself effortlessly serving a piping-hot dish that brings smiles to the faces of your family and friends. With “Casserole Cookbook” as your guide, you can turn this dream into a delicious reality.🧏🏻


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