I love brunch foods, but I enjoy them more at dinner time, especially if there’s much prep involved. I’m excited that this collection of recipes has reminded me of options beyond omelets.

The 75 recipes feature both sweet and savory, light and substantial. There are eggs; egg dishes; other savory dishes; pancakes/etc.; muffins/etc.; and sides such as fruits, grits, potatoes, salads and meats. They’re familiar standards but with a hip-comfort vibe. Each dish is featured via a two-page spread, one page with a color photo of the prepared dish (simply but appetizingly styled), and the facing page with the recipe (including prep time (often around an hour); number of servings (most often between 4-6); but no nutritional info) and a trademark Cook’s Illustrated introductory paragraph featuring background, tips and techniques.

Unlike other cookbooks I’ve encountered, I would eat with delight every one of these dishes if put in front of me, and I marked 16 of them as first choices to prepare myself.

(Review based on a copy of the book provided by the publisher.) ( )