As someone who's tried (and failed) multiple keto cookbooks, this one genuinely surprised me. The Root Beer Float recipe alone made me a believer - who knew keto desserts could taste this good? The simplicity of just 5 ingredients per recipe removes the overwhelm most beginners feel.

The pantry essentials section at the beginning saved me so much frustration. No more realizing I'm missing some obscure ingredient halfway through cooking! Though I agree with other reviewers - more photos would've been nice for visual inspiration.

Where this book truly shines is in its practicality. That sesame pork and green beans recipe? Absolute perfection after a long workday. I've made it weekly since discovering it, always paired with cauliflower rice. The flavors are restaurant-quality with minimal effort.

My one critique mirrors others' - the lack of dedicated side dish recipes is noticeable. While some mains can double as sides, having proper low-carb side options would make meal planning even easier. That said, the roasted brussel sprouts with bacon converted this former veggie-hater!

The ingredient overlap between recipes makes grocery shopping efficient and budget-friendly once you've stocked your keto pantry basics. Pro tip: Walmart's pickup option combined with this book's meal planning approach has been a lifesaver for avoiding carb-heavy impulse buys.

While not every recipe uses exactly 5 ingredients (the title slightly overpromises here), the vast majority deliver on simplicity without sacrificing flavor. For anyone starting their keto journey or stuck in a recipe rut, this cookbook provides the perfect balance of education and delicious, achievable recipes.