How to Cook for Beginners

“This book would make Julia Child smile. Gwyn teaches all the basic techniques, along with relevant recipes, giving the reader delicious culinary exercises.” -John Shields, author of Chesapeake Bay Cooking

If recipes look like secret codes and boiling an egg might as well be rocket science, How to Cook for Beginners is for you. Easy lessons and delicious recipes teach you everything you need to know to get started in the kitchen. Cooking a whole meal can seem daunting, but with this cookbook for beginners—and a little practice—you can become a skilled home chef.

Begin with guides to must-have equipment, a well-stocked pantry, and kitchen safety. Then, master fundamental techniques with recipes designed to teach you dicing, pan cooking, broiling, and more. With this beginner cookbook, you'll build your skills from mixing a simple seasoning blend to roasting a whole chicken (with gravy!). Then, enjoy over thirty other recipes like Speedy Shrimp Sauté, Pasta Bolognese, and Mexican-Style Street Corn Salad.

• How to cook everything—Discover step-by-step guidance for basic cooking techniques that you can apply to nearly any ingredient or recipe you come across.
• Tools and tips—Each recipe clearly lists the tools and ingredients you'll need so you can get prepared before you start. You'll even find ways to customize flavors or make prep even easier.
• Options for every meal—Create quick breakfasts, mouthwatering mains, and delicious desserts—plus snacks, sides, and veggies.

Let this guide to cooking for beginners show you: you can cook!

“Gwyn Novak has written a clear and engaging book that I was really impressed with and enjoyed.” -Robert Wiedmaier, Michelin-starred chef