Sam Holland’s Kitchen Kickstart

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

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 Carbonara, gooey Brownies, Chicken Noodle Soup, and Sausage & Egg Muffins.

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

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