How to Cook Everything: 2nd Edition Special Edition (No Rebate Offer; No Sticker)

from janemarieprice

This is a great reference in the vein of The Joy of Cooking. It covers each food item one at a time followed by some recipes which include it. There is great information for beginners such as how long to bake a potato as well as simple recipes which always work. It is a must have for anyone who l...

from LaurelMildred

This excellent book quickly became my "go to" basic cookbook, comprehensive and easily accessible with consistent and outstanding results. It's become the book I give to young people to encourage them to learn to cook. Unfortunately, this year I have watched the PBS television show "On the Road t...

from rhymeswithtequila

Bought this for my husband when he was first learning to cook and it became my absolute favorite cookbook ever. Everything works perfectly the first time, and for a beginner the way he first sets out a simple recipe and then lists variations is spectacular. One of the things on my "to do" list fo...

from joxn

This book and the "Joy of Cooking" are my two standard references. "How to Cook Everything" excels when you need a simple, no-frills recipe from the standard American repertoire; but it is also invaluable when you need simple, good-tasting ideas for dinner. Bittman specializes in "minimalist cook...

from Earth619

My go-to cookbook for everyday meals. I was introduced to the cookbook by a housemate who would refer to the author by his first name so that has become a habit for me as well. "Mark says that you should..." is not an uncommon phrase. Particularly good are the stir fry with chicken and broccoli, ...