I haven't seen any easier cookbooks than these three by the editors of Men'sHealth.They include exceptionally easy recipes, all involving canned goods of some sort (yes, including beer).Lots of pictures accompany the easy to follow directions and will guarantee you buy the right ingredients. And pictures of the finished dish will helps you make sure it looks like it's supposed to look.You simply cannot go wrong with these cookbooks.A Man, A Can, A Plan was the original and focuses on simple, easy recipes.The second book A Man, A Can, A Grill (43 pgs) perfects the art of cooking easy dishes on the grill.And the third book A Man, A Can, A Tailgate Plan (43 pgs) focuses on easy to make dishes to munch on during the game.This series is perfect for the newby cook, or someone going off to college or apartment living for the first time.At least with these books in their kitchen, you'll insure they won't starve the first couple of months.