The Complete Cookbook for Beginners: Essential Skills and Step-by-Step Techniques

I received an advance copy from the publisher and have enjoyed reading through it and using it as a reference. I think the book is laid out very well and has really great information for beginner home cooks such as what equipment you might need, measurements, cooking times, knife skills etc. As far as the recipes go I think there's a range of them from beginner to more intermediate and I wouldn't consider them all beginner recipes. She does do a good job of trying to break down a more complex recipes to make it easier for a beginner to understand though with her instructions. I think it would have been helpful to break down the 101 recipes into levels since I personally don't consider them all "easy." I really wish each recipe had a picture as well! The pictures that are in the book are beautiful but not every recipe has a photo to look at. If you are just learning how to cook or want to improve your home chef skills this is a really good resource. All of the recipes produce between 2 and 12 servings so be ready for some left overs if you are cooking for yourself!

The Complete Cookbook for Beginners is the book I wish I had when I was learning to cook. Complete with very thorough instructions on how to stock your pantry to how to sharpen a knife, the beginner cook will appreciate the lessons and foolproof recipes to gain knowledge and confidence in his or her kitchen.A+++ easy to read book that is highly recommended!

This was an easy cookbook, but packed with loads of easy, yet flavorful recipes. Some of these will be added to my routine recipes for family meals.I love that every recipe in here was simple, listed ingredients found in any common US grocery store, and had extra tips/suggestions to make the recipe better or varied dependent on cook's desires. It had just enough pictures to show the delicious outcome, but did not overwhelm or detract from the recipes or the layout. Also no major spelling or other errors found in some cookbooks. I got this through Kindle Unlimited, but I am going to buy it now so I don't ever lose it if I cancel my membership.I recommend this book.

My boys are always asking me for ways they can help in the house. Since cleaning isn't their "help of choice," I decided to teach them how to cook so they could help with dinner.This beginners cookbook is perfect for just that! Easy step-by-step instructions help them create some fantastic dishes packed with flavor and satisfy our entire family. It's been fun watching them learn over the past few weeks. I can see their confidence boosted after they make dinner for us.As with all other cookbooks created by Katie Hale, this one doesn't disappoint.This book is a perfect gift for any aspiring chefs in your life.

I received an advance copy from the publisher and have enjoyed reading through it and cooking from it. I think the book is laid out very well and has really great information for beginner home cooks but also more seasoned cut that wants to improve. As far as the recipes go I think there's a great variety, I don't feel like they are all beginners some are more advanced. She does do a good job of trying to break down the instructions for the more advanced recipes to make it easier for a beginner to understand. I'm working with my preteen in the kitchen starti to learn to cook and this has been a great resource for us. Great job Katie

I really wish something like this would’ve been out when I was learning how to cook! It explains kitchen items and what they can be used for. It gives you some basic items you need for your pantry. Information on food storage. It explains chopping, dicing, mincing, with very easy to follow directions. Food safety information is even in here!! The recipes are so delicious I’m in love with the loaded baked potato soup and pulled pork shoulder with BBQ sauce! There’s even an old fashioned birthday cake with whipped buttercream frosting!!! Whether you’re a beginner or cooked for years it’s totally worth it!!!

I’m a huge fan of all of her cookbooks, however, Katie Hale has out done herself with this cookbook! Every page is packed with information on setting up your kitchen, pantry, basic cooking techniques and skills as well as carefully outlined recipes that are easy to follow. Great for anyone learning to cook or for someone who wants to learn additional skills and food prep techniques. Katie’s approach is straightforward and her recipes are delicious! The crispy buffalo chicken salad and the creamy tomato basil soup recipes are favorites. Bonus is the book itself is beautiful and put together nicely. I was provided an advanced copy from the publisher but plan to buy more to give as gifts to friends who want to learn basic cooking techniques!

I received an advance copy from the publisher and have enjoyed it and found that it is useful even for a seasoned cook. She explains differences in instructions that I had no idea that "1 cup flour, sifted" and "1 cup sifted flour" were different. She also uses great analogies on her descriptions. There were several other explanations that were a learning experience for me.The recipes are delicious and simple. This is worth a try even you have been cooking for years but especially if you are new to cooking!