How To Cook: Simple Skills and Great Recipes For Fabulous Food

by Lesley Waters

If you love good food but can't cook, or are anxious to get going in the kitchen but unsure of where to start, then dive into "How to Cook". Lesley Waters guides you through the basic principles and skills of cooking, giving you the confidence to take real pleasure in preparing food. Start with The follow a simple checklist of basic ingredients and utensils to ensure you have what you need. Next, The learn how to boil, poach, steam, microwave, saute, braise, fry, roast, and bake. Finally, put your new-found skills to work with The Recipes. Lesley's handy tips and modern dishes teamed with Peter Cassidy's step-by-step photographs mean you'll never be at a loss in the kitchen again.

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First published March 1, 2005