New to cooking? Not sure what you're doing? Let Jamie help with step-by-step guidance on the basics of cooking nutritious, scrumptious food without too many ingredients . . . By guiding you through the basics of home cooking, Jamie will show you that wholesome, tasty food is not only simple and quick to prepare but can be done by anyone. With chapters on Simple Soups, Quick Pasta, Easy Curries, Family Roasts, Classic Fish And Sweet Things, as well as a selection of delicious meals that you can make in just 20 minutes, this is an indispensable first cook book. Learn how to master delicious staple meals including: - SPAGHETTI BOLOGNAISE and LASAGNE - SALMON FISHCAKES and FISH PIE - THAI GREEN CURRY and BUTTERNUT SQUASH ROGAN JOSH - PERFECT ROAST CHICKEN and RICE SALAD If you're a complete beginner in the kitchen, Jamie's promise to you is that you'll be making some great dinners from the moment you dip in. A little knowledge, a small store cupboard and a few basic tools can go a long way, and this book is your first step . . . In Jamie's extensive collection of internationally loved and trusted cookbooks, this is the one for beginners who want to learn the basics of cooking. 'There is only one Jamie Oliver. Great to watch. Great to cook' Delia Smith