1) Book of facts 2) Child publication 3) Cookery book 4) Julia Child manual 5) Rachael ray compilation 6) Reference 7) Reference book 8) Reference work 
A cookbook (sometimes cookery book in Commonwealth English) is a kitchen reference publication that typically contains a collection of recipes. Modern versions may also include colorful illustrations and advice on purchasing quality ingredients or making substitutions. Cookbooks can also cover a wide variety topics, including cooking techniques fo...
• (n.) A book of directions and receipts for cooking; a cookery book.
collection of recipes, instructions, and information about the preparation and serving of foods. At its best, a cookbook is also a chronicle and ...
Cook'book` (-bok`) noun A book of directions and receipts for cooking; a cookery book. [ U.S.] « 'Just How': a key to the cookbooks . Mrs. A. D. T. Whitney. » 
[n] - a book of recipes and cooking directions
cookery book noun a book of recipes and cooking directions
a book containing recipes and instructions for cooking.