What Cookbooks Have Actually Helped You Become A Better Cook?

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Listen, a good cookbook can change the way you cook...

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It can teach you new tricks and build confidence in the kitchen.

But sometimes, it can be hard to find ones that are actually worth buying.

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Some are too complicated, some are too basic, and some just don't have enough pictures*...

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*Which is a very real issue, IMO.

But every now and then, you'll find one that is literally PERFECT.

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It teaches you new cooking hacks, has genius recipes that work every time, and is practical yet aspirational.

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A good cookbook can even transport you to new lands just like a great novel can.

So, what cookbooks did you discover in 2017? Did any change the way you cook or inspire you to get into the kitchen?

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Tell us what your absolute favorite cookbooks of 2017 were (and why!) in the comments below and they could be featured in a future BuzzFeed Community post!