Your next home-cooked meal is just 30 minutes away--no experience necessary

Cooking can seem daunting, time-consuming, and labor-intensive, but it doesn't have to be. All you need are the basic tools, a few strategies for getting organized, and some easy recipes to start you off. If you've been looking for cookbooks for beginners, this one offers all that and more--and each recipe only takes 30 minutes.

This trusty (and delicious) entry into cookbooks for beginners will help you master all the essential cooking techniques, from panfrying to broiling. It also includes practical tips on how to grocery shop efficiently, practice food safety, and save time with hacks that get every recipe on the table in 30 minutes or less.

Find what you've been looking for in cookbooks for beginners:

• Beginner-friendly--Directions are easy to follow, ingredients are easy to find, and popular staple dishes are now on the menu--from fluffy eggs to juicy burgers.
• Quick-look labels--Unlike other cookbooks for beginners, this one includes labels indicating whether a recipe can be made with just 5 ingredients, cooked in one pot, or is vegetarian or gluten-free.
• Beyond the recipes--Learn bonus skills like handling knives, storing food, and even maximizing the use of your microwave.

With tips, tricks, and 100+ classic recipes, this book is everything cookbooks for beginners should be.