Sam Holland’s Kitchen Kickstart: Delicious, Simple, Budget-Friendly Recipes For Start-Out and Student Cooks (Hardcover)

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The ultimate lifeline for first-time cooks ― whether you’re off to uni, flying the nest, or moving out (again)


No fuss, no stress, just great food – the perfect Christmas gift for anyone starting their cooking journey!

From student kitchens to shared flats, this essential cookbook is packed with quick, easy, and genuinely delicious recipes you’ll actually want to make ― even on a tight budget.

Chef Sam Holland shares foolproof basics like the ultimate cheese sauce and perfect poached eggs, alongside classics like Spaghetti Carbonaragooey Brownies, Chicken Noodle Soup, and Sausage & Egg Muffins.

Plus, easy meals to cook all week long: 15-minute Thai Chicken Curry, Pork & Pineapple TacosOne-Pot Mac & Cheese, Five-a-Day Veggie Frittata, and more.

No fuss. No fancy kit. Just seriously good food.

About the Author

Sam Holland has loved food from a young age. His culinary journey began by his Granny Tess's side, where he discovered the magic of food and the joy of preparing it with love. He later pursued his dream to become a professional chef and trained at Leith's before working in restaurants, Gleneagles and Chez Bruce.

He now shares his culinary creations, cooking tips and easy-to-follow recipes on social media, where he has a dedicated following of 765k followers on Instagram, and 683.4k on TikTok. Sam’s main goal is to empower the younger generation with the knowledge and skills to cook quick, delicious, and healthy meals at home.