Cook Not by the Book

Family dinners, cooked off-script.

Quick, healthy-ish meals with global flavors: one-pan dinners, gluten-free options and easy desserts.

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I’m Ilanit, the cook behind Cook Not by the Book. I share family recipes inspired by flavors from around the world, with practical tips to help you feel at home in the kitchen.

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