First Impressions: Who Is Carissa Stanton?
Before picking up Seriously So Good: Simple Recipes for a Balanced Life, I wasn’t familiar with Carissa Stanton, the creator behind Brocc Your Body. But now that I’ve cooked my way through several recipes in her debut cookbook, I’m officially a fan.
Carissa built her community on Instagram with approachable, nourishing, and genuinely fun recipes, and that same energy fills every page of this book. Her California-cool style blends health-minded meals with joyful indulgences in a way that feels balanced and totally doable. Check out all my cookbook reviews here!
What You’ll Find Inside Seriously So Good
This cookbook features 100 easy-to-follow, flavor-forward recipes. It’s organized into practical sections like Apps & Always, Dinner in 30, and more, designed to fit your real-life cooking moods. The layout is clean and inviting, with vibrant photos that make you want to dive in right away.
If you like unfussy food that still delivers big flavor, this book hits the mark.
Favorite Recipes I’ve Tried So Far
Here are just a few standouts I’ve already cooked and loved:
- Sheet Pan Blackened Salmon – Elegant enough for company, simple enough for a Tuesday.
- Brown Butter Lemon Halibut with Asparagus and Olive Oil Whipped Potatoes – Easy instructions, restaurant-worthy results. My Spring Chive Pesto works great with this recipe!
- Vodka Watermelon Spritz – Refreshing, fun, and perfect for summer.
- Texas Sheetcake with Olive Oil Chocolate Frosting – A nostalgic nod to my roots. I’ve already made it twice!
- Pesto Meatballs with Whipped Ricotta – A hit with my kid, which says everything.
The tone throughout the book is warm and encouraging, making it feel like a friend is walking you through dinner, not a food scientist or celebrity chef.
What Sets this Cookbook Apart
Some readers have noted that a few recipes appear on her blog or Instagram, but having them all in one curated, beautifully designed book makes it a win in my kitchen. The recipes are tested, the ingredients are accessible, and the balance of fresh, cozy, and craveable food makes this a cookbook I’ll keep coming back to.
Final Thoughts
Seriously So Good is more than just a pretty cookbook, it’s one you’ll actually cook from, again and again. Whether you’re cooking for your family or just trying to get out of a meal planning rut, Carissa Stanton offers a refreshing, modern take on home cooking that’s deeply satisfying and full of joy.
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