How to boil an egg - and how to poach, scramble or fry it! The book shows the novice cook all the things that other cookery books assume you know: how to prepare vegetables, how to get all the elements of a meal ready to eat at the same time, and so on. It takes you from the very basic basics right through to the mysteries of 'Sunday Lunch'.
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A brand new edition of the book that has life-time sales of 230,000 copies.
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If you don't consider yourself a cook, this book is for you!
It tells you how to boil an egg - and how to poach, scramble or fry it; it tells you how to prepare vegetables; it tells you about different meats; it tells you how to get all the elements of a meal ready to eat at the same time.
It tells you how to boil an egg - and how to poach, scramble or fry it; it tells you how to prepare vegetables; it tells you about different meats; it tells you how to get all the elements of a meal ready to eat at the same time.
In fact, it tells you all the things that other cookery books assume you know.
More than that, it takes you from the very basic basics right through to the mysteries of "Sunday Lunch". So, although most of the recipes are designed to feed one, there is scope for entertaining too, as you get more confident about your abilities in the kitchen.
For those cooking on their own for the first time - for whatever reason - it is the cookery adviser at your elbow.
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Gary Nicklin
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Format:Paperback
I was given this book as a housewarming present when I first moved out of my parents' house about 15 years ago. I think the person that gave it to me thought it was a bit of a joke, due to the title. However, this is a brilliant book for someone that needs to cook simple, tasty meals for one or two. The book is full of useful tips and the recipes are easy to follow. The spaghetti bolognaise is one recipe that I remember with much fondness. It was a firm favourite when friend or family came round.
A few years later I became vegetarian and subsequently purchased "No Meat for Me Please" by the same author, which is just as good for those of us that don't eat meat.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Excellent - the first cookery book i have found that explains how to cook without assuming any prior knowledge or experience. Well written and easy to understand.
It gave me the confidence to try and learn to cook, rather than total reliance on processed and pre-packed foods, and I learned the taste of real food.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a Type 1 Diabetic since 1963, blood testing, correct Insulin dosage and correct quantities of sensible foods are my first daily basic essentials for continuation of life. When my ex-wife announced an unexpected divorce in 1990, I had to learn very quickly, how to cook; in order to survive. This book was my saviour. It teaches the rudiments for the preparation and cooking of: vegetables, meats, poultry and fish, in an easy to understand no frills, no nonsence manner. It recommends portion sizes/weights, cooking times and temperatures. It also suggests which vegetables to accompany the subject meat, poultry or fish dish. A first class basic cookery book. Fifteen years later, I still find myself referring back to this easy to use superb, basic, cookery handbook. Highly recommended!
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Essential first cook book
Like thousands of students before me, I got this book as a present from a well-meaning relative just as I went off to university for the first time. Read more
Published 4 days ago by JAMES MACKAY
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everything you need to know
my son,like so many men of his generation haven't any idea of cooking,with this book he can learn,it gives you all you need on how to cook.
Published 1 month ago by mictain69
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Good book
Very helpful for my dad who has recently lost my mum the basics are emphasised and I know he uses it for guidance to get him through!!
Published 2 months ago by C E BEVAN
4.0 out of 5 stars
It does what it says on the cover
This is not a book for browsing through. It's a go to book for feeding yourself, if you have no cooking experience. I have known people who couldn't get boiling an egg right. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Enlil
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Excellent book
I had this book given to me 30 years ago when I first left home so I bought it for my son when he left home. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Elaine
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Still Using this Book after 25 years
When I first left home I no clue how to cook anything that didn't come out of a tin or packet with the instructions written on the side. Read more
Published 8 months ago by JaneySame
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how to boil an egg
Cannot complete your request for a review as I bought it for a gift. I have never seenHow to Boil an Egg the book myself, thanks.
Published 10 months ago by finella
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Multiple copy purchase
When I left home for university, my dad gave me delia. I like Delia but I also bought this, because it seemed to start from the beginning and work me through things I'd definitely... Read more
Published 16 months ago by CharleyN
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Does what it says on the tin!
Light-hearted and packed with good stuff. This book 'spells it out' in plain English. Reassuring cooking companion for nervous, first-time cooks who don't want to give their family... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Lyd
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Ideal For Students
Just bought a second copy of this book for my son who is starting at Uni. The original copy was bought for my eldest son when he went to Uni 2 years ago. Read more
Published 20 months ago by jg
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