Trying to learn to cook — what should a beginner master first?
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Feb 25, 2026 at 12:09 pm
I'm 25 and my cooking skills are limited to boxed mac and cheese, scrambled eggs, and heating up frozen stuff. I want to actually learn to cook real food. What are the first 5 dishes a beginner should learn to make? I have a basic kitchen setup. Willing to invest in a couple good pots/pans if needed. |
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Feb 25, 2026 at 2:09 pm
1. Pasta with jarred sauce (learn to boil pasta perfectly). 2. Stir-fry (learn high heat cooking). 3. Roasted chicken thighs (learn oven cooking). 4. Soup (learn to build flavors). 5. Rice + beans (learn a complete cheap meal). |
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Feb 25, 2026 at 4:09 pm
Get one good 12-inch stainless steel pan and one heavy Dutch oven. Those two will cover 90% of cooking. Don't buy a set — buy two great pieces. |
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Joined: Feb 2026
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Feb 25, 2026 at 6:09 pm
Watch Alton Brown's Good Eats on Food Network. He explains the WHY behind cooking techniques, not just the how. It'll make you a better cook faster than any recipe book. |
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