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How to Cook Everything (Completely Revised 10th Anniversary Edition), Completely Revised 10th Anniversary Edition: 2,000 Simple Recipes for Great FoodHow to Cook Everything (Completely Revised 10th Anniversary Edition), Completely Revised 10th Anniversary Edition: 2,000 Simple Recipes for Great Food by Mark Bittman
Buy new: $23.10 / Used from: $18.50
I borrowed this book from the library and made a baked fish dish the same night. I made several dishes before my borrowing period was up. I ordered it before I took it back to the library. It is excellent.
How to Cook Everything Vegetarian: Simple Meatless Recipes for Great FoodHow to Cook Everything Vegetarian: Simple Meatless Recipes for Great Food by Mark Bittman
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See above. The same things happened.
How to Cook Without a Book: Recipes and Techniques Every Cook Should Know by HeartHow to Cook Without a Book: Recipes and Techniques Every Cook Should Know by Heart by Pam Anderson
Buy new: $18.15 / Used from: $6.28
This book started me on my quest for pantry cooking and master recipes. Simple, fast and good food.