Classic 1000 Beginners Recipes

by Carolyn Humphries

Down-to-earth advice and great-tasting recipes for new cooks of any age. There's no mystery to good cooking and this book proves it to you. If you're looking for just one book that will tell you everything you need to know for recreation or inspiration - from a simple supper to a special dinner party - then you need look no further.

Genres: Cooking, Nonfiction, Cookbooks, Reference

Paperback

First published October 1, 2004

About the author

Carolyn, after reading food technology at college, started her career at the top working as Head Chef for a restaurant but eventually switched to journalism where, in 1977, she was able to combine her love of food with her flair for words when she became Deputy Cookery Editor for Woman magazine. Over the years she has freelanced for numerous women’s, parenting, education, food and lifestyle magazines as well as for PR companies specialising in food, nutrition and health. She has written over 40 books and has taught both cookery and journalism at further education level.

Reviews

[Aetharon]

This book is a great addition to your shelf if, like me, you aren't too good in the kitchen.

It has several useful tips, explains what all of those confusing terms actually mean, and also covers important topics such as basic food hygiene.

It also gives guidance on equipment you may want to invest in, the best way to stock a store cupboard, and probably the most useful guide is that for planning your menu.

The only drawback to the book is that it has so many easy to follow recipes that you end up spoiled for choice, though that isn't always a bad thing.