Simple Kitchen Magic: Whole-Food Recipes and Remedies for a Holistic Life: A Cookbook

by Rebekah Moyer

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Build a holistic, health-minded kitchen with over 100 nourishing recipes for healthy meals and natural remedies, from Rebekah "Ebby" Moyer

On her popular social media channels, Rebekah Moyer makes simple, nourishing meals with accessible, whole-food ingredients. Not only are her recipes delicious, but they are also incredibly nutrient dense—in a single video, she’ll make kefir for gut-healthy probiotics, quick-pickled carrots as a fiber source for estrogen detox, kabocha squash for thyroid-friendly vitamin A, and more.

Simple Kitchen Magic is Rebekah’s delicious recipes and warm, comforting nutritional advice in book form. The simple, whole-food recipes—like Curried Turkey Meatball Soup, Harissa Roasted Eggplant, and Black Bean Brownies—highlight functional ingredients to help you embrace food as medicine for a healthy lifestyle.

Simple Kitchen Magic will leave you feeling like health is attainable, nutrition is simple, and cooking from scratch is doable. With whimsical, illustrated spreads on topics like adrenal health and menstrual cycle syncing, recipes for healing tinctures and basic kitchen remedies, this is the essential first book for any wannabe homesteader, ancestral eater, or cottagecore dreamer.

Genres: Cookbooks

288 pages, Hardcover

Published October 27, 2026

Reviews

[Bookish Emili Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple Kitchen Magic: Whole-Food Recipes and Remedies for a Holistic Life by Rebekah Moyer is a warm, practical, and inspiring cookbook that goes beyond recipes to encourage a more mindful and nourishing approach to everyday living. Blending wholesome food, simple wellness practices, and a love for natural ingredients, the book offers a refreshing perspective on creating health and balance in the kitchen.

One of the book's greatest strengths is its accessibility. The recipes are approachable and made with ingredients that are generally easy to find, making it simple for readers to incorporate more whole foods into their daily routines. Moyer presents her ideas in a way that feels encouraging rather than overwhelming, making healthy living feel achievable.

I especially enjoyed the combination of recipes and natural remedies. The holistic approach adds depth to the book and helps readers see food as an important part of overall well-being. The author's passion for nutrition, wellness, and intentional living shines through on every page, creating a reading experience that is both educational and motivating.

The reason this earns four stars rather than five is that some readers may wish for more advanced recipes or deeper explanations of certain wellness concepts. While the book offers plenty of practical guidance, a few sections felt somewhat introductory. However, this also makes it highly accessible to those who are just beginning their journey toward healthier living.

[Cheyenne Wildt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was not exactly what I thought it was when I requested a copy, but I enjoyed it all the same. I didn't realize that I actually follow the author until I saw the photos because I always thought of her as "Ebby Moyer" like her Instagram handle. Somehow I missed that she now has a book! I'm glad I stumbled across it on Netgalley because it's full of useful information. Recently I've been interested in food as medicine, but I always struggled finding resources because so much content is full of diet culture shame and fearmongering about certain food groups. This book is just like Rebekah's videos – fact-based nutrition advice that is all about actually fueling your body without guilt. I can't wait to try some of these recipes; the photos are absolutely gorgeous! There is even advice on what foods to eat during the phases of your menstrual cycle. I'll definitely be purchasing a physical copy of this book at some point.

[Amy Quarles · Rating 3 out of 5]

Simple Cooking Magic is a visually stunning cookbook that balances a heartwarming, family-oriented atmosphere with a mix of great recipes. The beautiful photography and the inclusion of the author's children give the book a lovely, personal touch. She also says she's been working her whole life towards this book. It features several standout dishes, including the fluffy banana pancakes, chorizo sweet potato hash, egg bites, Sunday roast chicken, and an excellent guide to sourdough. The author also weaves in a holistic philosophy, foods like peppermint can help with fever, of course you should still use reducers like Tylenol. certain foods can help with ailments and inflammation. Ultimately, the book shines in aesthetics and select dishes, it's a good cookbook, but since I'd only ever cook a handful of these recipes, I wouldn't buy it myself.

[Elena Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Simple Kitchen Magic, Rebekah Moyer brings together more than 100 whole-food recipes and practical kitchen remedies in an inviting guide to nourishing everyday cooking. Featuring dishes such as Curried Turkey Meatball Soup, Harissa Roasted Eggplant, and Black Bean Brownies, the book encourages readers to explore accessible ingredients and make cooking from scratch a more approachable part of daily life.

Beyond its recipes, the book includes illustrated discussions of wellness topics, along with ideas for tinctures and basic kitchen remedies. Its combination of food, nutritional guidance, and creative presentation may appeal to home cooks, aspiring homesteaders, and readers interested in a holistic approach to their kitchens. Readers should treat specific health and remedy suggestions as general information rather than a substitute for individualized medical advice.

[Ashley Pelletier · Rating 5 out of 5]

Did I wake up at 3am to pee and see I had an email of my preorder? Yup. Did I then lay in bed and read this whole book in approximately 2.5 hours cover to cover? Absolutely. I felt like I was in a classroom, but also like I was sitting at the kitchen table with my best friend. This book is so much more than a cool book, it’s a warm hug and a helping hand when you’re in the trenches of worry when it comes to eating healthy and enjoying your food. I knew this would be a 10/10 read because it’s Ebby, but wow… the hard work does not go unnoticed here. Excellent book, wonderful recipes. So grateful to own my own copy. I may need to purchase a hard copy to accumulate the stains mentioned in the last few pages 🤣💖

[Andreanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and Rebekah Moyer for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

This cookbook was more than just a cookbook. It is a comprehensive guide for cooking intentionally to heal. The cycle based focused was incredibly helpful and well put together. This focus was what caught my eye and had me hooked throughout to learn more. The recipes and guides throughout are purposefully laid out for best implementation into reader’s lives. The images of the plated food and ingredients are delectable and I want to try every dish! The life style images are beautiful and capture the author and her family well! I need a physical copy asap!

[Abby Aguilera · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance copy of Simple Kitchen Magic!

I have followed Rebekah Moyer for years on social media and love her account, so have been so excited to see her cookbook in the flesh. The book is stunning and clearly put together with so much love. It is also one of those cookbooks that I know I will never actually use in real life to cook for myself or my family. However, there are pages, like feeding yourself during different phases of your menstrual cycle that intrigue me and I may jot down to reference to.

[Aftan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is one of those pretty cookbooks that you want to keep on your self. The photos are so beautiful. You can tell that the author/cook put a lot of time and energy into thoughtfully approaching each page and recipe that she is offering, there is truly something for everyone. However, it is one of those cookbooks that I would love to keep on my shelf because its pretty, not because I would reach for it and cook out of it often. That doesnt lessen my recommendation for others to pick it up and try it for themselves though. It stands strong as a kitchen witch resource.

[Coffee4Juliet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pure Magic. This book makes me want to slow down and nourish my family through these recipes. I cook a lot and I own a lot of cookbooks. It’s only natural I find a lot of them overlap. This book has similar recipes but not the same which was very exciting. You can tell that every single one of these recipes would be nourishing and healing on a soul level. Not a single one of my books gives me that feeling yet this one did for every recipe. You can tell a lot of thought and love went into this. The ingredients are all easily found or easily substituted. I want to try everything in this book.

[Tracey G · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book and I’m just about to make her Fire Cider but said I’d do a review first. I’ve followed Ebby for a long time on TikTok and love her content, I preordered this book a while ago so when it arrived I was very excited!! As an intro book to recipes and remedies I really enjoyed it. I love the info on cycle syncing and that the recipes all included what stage to eat at. As a beginner book it’s very easy to follow and the book itself is just gorgeous 🩷🩷 now off to prep all the good things for the Fire Cider!

[HaleyK · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This cookbook was way more than just a cookbook. it really was magic. It breaks down so many things into simple terms for you to understand. And teaches you things such as Cycle Phase Foods, Food Prep, Fermented foods, Pantry Essentials and so much more. As someone who collects cookbooks, this is defiantly one to add. Plus it has gorgeous images with just the right asthetic.

thank you netgalley for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

[Lexus Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is stunning! The pictures are beautiful, and I love that they aren’t boring stiff stock photos. It’s family. The recipes look and sound amazing! I am genuinely excited to make them and measure (seasonings) with my heart! I will be recommending this to friends and family.
Also when reading parts of the book I can almost hear Rebekah’s voice, it truly feels like an extension of her videos!

[Lauren Barber · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most perfect cookbook for me as I learn to cook with simple whole ingredients. I love all the information she includes about the benefits of specific veggies, herbs, spices. It’s really nice to have to instructions to making tinctures/decoctions, teas, fermented foods, basics like bone broth, etc all written down in one place. The section on adrenal cocktails is so inspiring and I’m excited to try them!

[Abdullah Al · Rating 5 out of 5]

I fell in love with this book's holistic approach to cooking. The whole-food recipes are wholesome and satisfying, and the natural remedies woven throughout make it so much more than a cookbook. Everything feels intentional and nourishing. My kitchen has become a calmer, more purposeful space since I started cooking from it. The photography is warm and inviting. A truly special book that feeds body and soul equally.

[Mikaela Todd · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautifully designed recipe book of holistic information, foods and recipes I am so excited to try. I think there are about 2 recipes in the whole book I’m not excited to try.

I do wish there were some footnotes explaining some of the language and information as it does assume a little knowledge, but this is only a little tid bit that really didn’t take away from the experience of reading this recipe book front to back.

Into the kitchen I go 🧚🏼

[Carrie · Rating 3.5 out of 5]

Many thanks to NetGalley for the chance to read this one...

A good reminder to eat whole foods and not to ignore how all of our body's systems are impacted by what we eat. References are included and the recipes look delicious.

[baked and booked]

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[Ashley Murray · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is absolutely phenomenal! I love the simple holistic approach to foods and other goodies that benefit our health. The artwork and pictures are super cute. This book is food for the soul!

[Madeliefje Liefje · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best, complete, holistic and delicious recipe book I have ever had my hands on.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book with recipes and remedies for holistic life

[Marianna Nagengast · Rating 5 out of 5]

can’t wait to implement this book into my daily life!

[Cora · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to DK and NetGalley for the advanced digital copy. All opinions are my own.

This is a beautiful cookbook geared towards women in their child-bearing years looking to support their bodies through food and nutrition. I loved the aesthetics and the photography is beautiful. I found a lot of the information helpful, especially the section on eating for the different phases of your cycle. I also really appreciated the author's body positive tone.

The recipes are all accessible and look delicious. I'm especially excited to try the chocolate-cherry overnight baked oatmeal, chorizo sweet potato hash, butternut sage risotto, and gluten free oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

I struggled a bit with how text-dense some of the pages are. It's great information, but the text is small and it would have been easier to read if it were larger and broken up by some additional photos or illustrations. I struggled to get through all of it and ended up coming back later to read the sections one at a time.

Overall, this is a great cookbook for pre-menopausal women if you're looking to improve your hormone health through diet and lifestyle.