Cooking is an everyday skill that anyone can master. Teaching techniques
with step by steps and practical examples, the 140 recipes in this
beginner's cookbook include well-known classics that will help build a
basic repertoire, such as Fish Pie, Spaghetti with Meatballs, Baked
Mushroom Risotto, Macaroni with Four Cheeses, Seafood Gumbo, Chicken
Fajitas, Chilli Con Carne, Fruit Crumble, and Lemon Surprise Pudding.
Each recipe contains minimal ingredients, and all the techniques are
explained and illustrated with step-by-step photographs. Recipes have
been selected to teach a wide range of skills, such as marinating,
poaching, frying, grilling, roasting and casseroling. The extensive
introduction helps you understand kitchen basics such as stocking the
store cupboard, choosing essential equipment, menu planning, budgeting
and hygiene. With over 800 photographs, this book is a must for everyone
who wants to learn to cook with fresh ingredients, and who would like to
eat healthier home-cooked meals.