New to OS cooking and in need of a little help

mookybargirl

Ok, so I've dabbled a little and can rustle up a spag bol and some chilli. I've started doing a bit more. I tried out some of the biscuit recipes and the weetabix cake from some of the posts, but could do with a few pointers on making simple food for me ad the OH - we don't have any kids.

Is there a good book out there to maybe help me on my way?

I'm really hoping that in a few years, I'll be doing most things from scratch. I actually really enjoy cooking my own food but I find myself lost for ideas.....

vivaladiva

There's a thread a couple of days back recommending the New English Kitchen (from the Book People) so pretty cheap. I'm still waiting for my copy to arrive so can't comment on its usefulness yet.
HTH

Gingham_Ribbon

Hiya,

Take your time and have a browse through these.

Also, there are a few threads on menu planning etc so I'll get back to you in a sec.

Gingham_Ribbon

Okay, have a look at these too:

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=237729&highlight=menu+planner

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=238605&highlight=menu+planner

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=214747&highlight=menu+planner

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=225190&highlight=menu+planning

mookybargirl

I read the thread about the New Kitchen but it wouldn't discount the 3rd book so decided not to buy it in the end.

I'll check out those threads, I'm reading lots on here so learning all the time - I just lack confidence unless it's all written out in front of me. I couldn't make something without a recipe!