"How to Cook Everything" is the best resource for not only recipies but literally how to cook. It starts off with how to make popcorn and each section always includes information on how to buy and cook the ingredients in the recipies. Think of it as learning a programming language you will use for the next 100 years.
Since we are sharring recpies here is a simple staple I enjoy:
-pasta
-olive oil
-onion
-garlic
-canned diced tomatores
-whatever spices you like
Fry the onion with garlic and some spices, then add the tomatoes and simmer until you want to eat. Meanwhile cook the pasta. Simple, yummy and countless variations with whatever you happen to have around.
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Since we are sharring recpies here is a simple staple I enjoy:
-pasta
-olive oil
-onion
-garlic
-canned diced tomatores
-whatever spices you like
Fry the onion with garlic and some spices, then add the tomatoes and simmer until you want to eat. Meanwhile cook the pasta. Simple, yummy and countless variations with whatever you happen to have around.