Cooking for dummies1996

Is your idea of a home-cooked meal a frozen dinner, macaroni and cheese from a box, or a pizza? Well, don't let your phobia of cooking keep you out of the kitchen. With "Cooking For Dummies™ " as your guide, you'll find quick answers to all your cooking dilemmas. This book is filled with time-saving tips and techniques, money-saving strategies, and more than 150 easy-to-prepare recipes! Inside, you'll discover how to: Grill, roast, braise, and sauté like a pro Create vegetarian dishes with favor and zest Impress your friends and family by creating elegant (but easy-to-prepare) dishes Find foolproof ways to fix your cooking mistakes Organize your kitchen so that everything is accessible Use your appliances, utensils, and gadgets Mix, measure, and substitute ingredients in your recipes Make a dazzling dinner out of what you've got in your pantry Keep your budget intact while shopping at the market