Hot on the Shelves: The Best Celebrity Cookbooks

Move aside labradoodles and reality shows, a new celebrity accessory has arrived. From Eva to Gwyneth, and even to the Chicago Cubs, those on the A-list (and B- and C-list) are dying to share their favorite foods with us nonfamous eaters. I spent some time in the kitchen testing and weeding out the true cookbooks from the celebrity fluff, making everything from eye roll‑inducing recipes to new classics. The ones that stood up to the test of my kitchen—without a personal chef—were both surprising and inspiring. Related Stories A Taste of History: Nine Cookbooks That Changed Everything Brinner’s a Winner: Delicious Breakfast-for-Dinner Recipes A Seasoning Guide from A to C: The Spice of Life

By Allie Firestone

Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Crow’s If It Makes You Healthy was inspired by the singer’s fight against breast cancer and focuses on her mission to eat naturally, seasonally, and simply. Crow says cancer caused her to take a harsh look at her diet—which was laden with antibiotic-filled meats and pesticide-heavy produce—and shift her eating to organic, seasonal fare. Not preachy or boring, the book lays out over one hundred recipes organized by season. Summer means tomatoes and corn; fall and winter bring apple and squash. Whether you’re looking for entertaining ideas or quick and simple dinners, the photos and recipes are easy to follow, and Crow’s personal stories give readers flavorful tidbits about her life today. ($17.57, Amazon)