If you've been foraging on boxed mac'n'cheese, takeout, and frozen foods because you have no idea what to do in a kitchen, this book is a crash course in cooking basics along with lessons on everything from classic meals to delicious desserts. Step-by-step instructions, simple explanations for cooking terms and techniques, and much more for anyone who can't tell the difference between a blender and a broiler. Learn how to master the kitchen and throw out that questionable takeout box from your fridge. (This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)