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How to Cook Everything: The Basics

4.7/5

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Mark Bittman's How to Cook Everything: The Basics is a foundational beginner's cookbook that pairs 171 recipes with more than 1,000 step-by-step photographs, dedicated "Basics" sections on kitchen setup, pantry stocking, and technique, plus tips and variations designed to build lasting confidence at the stove. This review assesses the book's content, organisation, and published reception — not a kitchen test.

Reviewed Aug 26, 2026

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