Description: This new and updated edition of the Complete Idiot's Guide to Cooking Basics features more than 150 idiot-proof recipes for cooks of all skill ranges. In addition to great recipes, wondercook Ronnie Fein gives the low-down on readers everything culinary -- from cooking techniques to getting organized to shopping tips. Featuring a useful glossary of cooking and food terms, Fein gives quick and easy guidance and down-to-earth advice on shopping, cookware, appliances and more. Expanded coverage in this edition includes:
-- Fully updated and easy-to-use index for finding everything from your favorite fried chicken recipe to how to make omelets
-- Expert advice on kitchen techniques such as proper knife usage.
-- Recipes that are easy to make but look and sound impressive and difficult!
-- Coverage of international cooking and how to find the best local international ingredients
-- New recipes including basic foods and variations. Also an expanded baking section covering easy to make at home recipes like pizza dough and muffins.

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