Haven't tried one from here that didn't turn out just right.

Still haven't been able to make one meal in this book in under 30 minutes.

I really haven't made a lot out of this book. Can't say I find it easy to peruse when I'm looking for a specific thing.

Only for fans of 30-Minute Meals. If you appreciate the way she suggests, rather than dictates, you'll enjoy this book. The recipes are fairly basic in terms of taste. It's not haute cuisine, but most people will find these recipes to be very serviceable.

Love me some Rachael Ray and good food, but each recipe calls for such specific ingredients that's it's difficult to just throw a meal together without planning a week in advance. Yummy results though!

Dave got this for me out of the blue one day and I use it all the time. Some recipes are things I wouldn't ever make, but there are enough great recipes that make this a trusted go-to cookbook.

LOVE this cookbook! Delicious, versatile, fast food.

Though not the most high class of cookbooks, I find myself reaching for this one over and over when I need a quick weeknight dinner with ingredients I have on hand. For this reason, Rachael has earned her spot on my cooking shelf next to Julia, Jacques, Ina, and Mark.

If You Are Looking For A Cookbook That Offers Quick, But Unique & Tasty Meals, This Is The One!

Although each recipe tends to have a list with loads of ingredients, I think each of the ingredients contributes to the flavor of the dish. It's not most economical for some to buy a jar of smoked paprika to never use it again, but as a person who likes to cook, I don't mind the occasional investment as I incorporate those particular ingredients in other dishes/recipes that I make.

Rachael Ray 365 contains easy to make dishes that draw inspiration from several cultures (indian, mediterranean, etc.) and of the few I've tried (Scramblewiches, Smoky Turkey Shepherd's Pie, Pumpkin Pasta, Sausage and Fennel Ragout with Creamy Polenta, Tomato Basil Pasta Nests) they have all been very delicious. 30 minutes in the title refers to cook time and does not include preparation time (chopping/boiling water/etc.)

Overall, I think this is a good cookbook. It could introduce new (and old) cooks to ingredients they haven't tried before.

Some of these recipes are really good. I gave this book a 3 because of the ridiculous amounts of spices, expensive cheeses, and random crap you need to buy for each recipe, though. Seriously, who wants to spend $50 on saffron?

Rachel is Simple and Retro! Watch her TV Cooking Show Often with Great Results!