What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking
✓ Product data checked October 17, 2026
What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking is a cookbook published by Union Square. Its title points to everyday cooking for the days when motivation is low. It is rated 4.7 across more than 1,500 reviews on Amazon US, at about $18. Our data does not list the number of recipes or the binding, so check the listing.
Why it makes a good gift
Best for : Someone who cooks at home but runs short of energy or ideas on busy days
Best occasion : Christmas, a birthday, a housewarming
Why it works : A cookbook gives a cook something to open and use, and this one is built around the days when cooking feels like a chore. Rated 4.7 across more than 1,500 reviews, at about $18, it is inexpensive enough to pair with a kitchen item.
Avoid if : They rarely cook, or already own a shelf of cookbooks: check what they have before buying.
For
Her, Him, Friend
Budget
$$ — Affordable
Frequently asked questions
Who is it for?
Someone who cooks at home but runs short of energy or ideas on busy days, going by the title.
How much does it cost?
About $18 at the time of writing, rated 4.7 across more than 1,500 reviews on Amazon US.
Does it work for a beginner?
Our data does not describe the difficulty of the recipes. Check the listing before giving it to a first-time cook.
