Tried-and-True Tips for Beginner Cooks

Tackling mincing, sauteeing and frying for the first time? Get helpful hints from our community of expert cooks on how to get started (13 Photos)

Erica Policow on Nov 18, 2009 at 6:31PM

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Tried-and-True Tips for Beginner Cooks

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“Buy the best quality pots, pans and tools that you can afford, even if it's one at a time. In fact, one at a time is probably better, because you're building a collection and you’ll have time to decide which is the most useful piece you need next. They will last a lifetime and will be a joy to use.”

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