Thirteen recipes show just how versatile a single pound of ground beef can be. Drawing from diverse cuisines and cooking techniques, this article highlights budget-friendly, everyday meals that can add variety to your table.

This year’s eclectic lineup of cookbooks highlights an exciting blend of salsa, noodles, drinking culture, and home baking. From “Soju Party” to “Italo Punk,” these new releases bring global flavors and fresh techniques to the modern kitchen.