My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
like to help him through some structured processes with a
printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
a-z or something like that.

Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
like a textbook might?

Hokan > wrote
>
> My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
> like to help him through some structured processes with a
> printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
> a-z or something like that.
>
> Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
> like a textbook might?
>
To start at a very basic level, see cookbooks intended for college students
who've never cooked before.

Cookbooks for children are at a higher level (note: this NOT hyperbole --
compare them for yourself) but have clearer and otherwise better pictures.

For something which will continue to be useful after he learns the basics,
take a look at _How to Cook Anything_.


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Hokan > wrote in
news:slrnc4vnvu.2ro7.hokan+dated+1079408281.432a1b @hokan.org:

>
> My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
> like to help him through some structured processes with a
> printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
> a-z or something like that.
>
> Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
> like a textbook might?
>

When I was a kid, at the library I found _The Boy's Cookbook_ by Helen
Evans Brown and Philip S. Brown. It was well written and had really quite
good recipes. In fact, there are still several I make from time to time.
I don't think it's still in publication but you might find a used copy
somewhere. The Library of Congress Catalog Card Number is 59-9132.

Wayne

Hokan > wrote:

>
>My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
>like to help him through some structured processes with a
>printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
>a-z or something like that.
>
>Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
>like a textbook might?


http://www.universalclass.com/i/crn/5655.htm

http://www.worldwidelearn.com/cooking-classes.htm

http://www.fabulousfoods.com/school/index.html

http://www.wannalearn.com/Home_and_Garden/Cooking/

You can probably find more with a longer search online.

Dennis

On 11 Mar 2004 03:41:52 GMT, Hokan
> wrote:

>
> My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
> like to help him through some structured processes with a
> printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
> a-z or something like that.
>
> Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
> like a textbook might?

How old is your son? Have you seen Anne Willan's Look &
Cook books?


Practice safe eating - always use condiments

In rec.food.cooking, Hokan > wrote:

> My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
> like to help him through some structured processes with a
> printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
> a-z or something like that.

> Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
> like a textbook might?

My guess is that you will convince him, in short order, that it is no
fun at all.

Just make some simple delicious stuff with him to get started.

--
....I'm an air-conditioned gypsy...

- The Who

Hokan > wrote:

> My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
> like to help him through some structured processes with a
> printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
> a-z or something like that.

> Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
> like a textbook might?

How old is your son? When I was a kid, I simply learned to
cook by watching TV cooking shows and my parents. It wasn't
until I got to college that I started to read cookbooks.

Hokan wrote:
>
> My son wants to learn to cook. I like the idea a lot. I'd
> like to help him through some structured processes with a
> printed guide, a cooking textbook -- cooking 101 or cooking
> a-z or something like that.
>
> Are there books that cover the basics in an orderly way
> like a textbook might?



De0pending on his age, it might make more sense to
introduce cooking as FUN rather than a lesson.

If he's older than teens, Joy of Cooking is a great
reference because it describes ingredients in detail.
Julia Child and Alton Brown have interesting beginner
cookbooks, too. I suggest you browse at the library or
a good bookstore.

gloria p

Dog3 wrote:
>

>
> Michael <- a sucker for kitchen gadgets
> --


So, do you have a microplane yet? We've had loads of
overnight guests the past month (It's ski season and we
are convenient to the airport) and I've used mine in a
variety of grating. I bet I've convinced four guests
they can't live without one!

gloria p

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dognospam@adjfkdla says...
> Puester > deliciously posted in
> :
>
> > Dog3 wrote:
> >>
> >
> >>
> >> Michael <- a sucker for kitchen gadgets
> >> --
> >
> >
> > So, do you have a microplane yet? We've had loads of
> > overnight guests the past month (It's ski season and we
> > are convenient to the airport) and I've used mine in a
> > variety of grating. I bet I've convinced four guests
> > they can't live without one!
> >
> > gloria p
> >
>
> No I don't have one. I have not been shopping in months. Not really
> shopping anyway. Ya' got a url?
>
> Michael
>
Oh, if you're a gadget collector, you simply *must* get one of these.
It's my favorite new kitchen tool - I use it for zesting citrus, grating
cheese, chocolate, ginger, etc. It's quick and easy and makes the
fluffiest zest. Every time someone watches me use mine, they immediately
want one.

Here's the product line, though I'm sure you could probably find them
discounted somewhe

http://www.microplane.com/html/

--
Donna
A pessimist believes all women are bad. An optimist hopes they are.