WHO WAS IT WRITTEN FOR?The Blokes Book of Cooking is for guys (and gals too, for that matter) who have never cooked before. It would make a great gift for those sons who are leaving home, for partners who are no great shakes in the kitchen, fiancés, ex-husbands who have to cook for the kids or just for friends.IT'S NOT AN ORDINARY BOOK ON COOKINGWhile most cookbooks seem to be written for people whose mothers trained them from the cradle in the basics, or maybe cooking was just genetically encoded, this book is for those who have never really paid much attention to the kitchen before.There are lots of recipes for sure, but this book is also about HOW to cook. How do you boil, scramble, poach or fry an egg? How do you grill, fry or barbeque a sausage or a chop? How do you cut veggies for a salad? How do you boil, mash, or bake a potato? How do you cook pasta?What do you need in the way of equipment and supplies to set yourself up in the kitchen for the first time?How do you set a table if you've got a hot date and want to make a good impression, or if you're one of those partners or fiancés who want to make a romantic dinner for two (you get lots of brownie points for that one!)?All of these questions and lots more are answered in The Blokes Book of Cooking.

Hungry? Can't find the menu from the takeaway up the road? Can't face beans on toast again? COOKING FOR BLOKES tells you all you need to know - from which pots you need in your cupboard to what to put in the spice rack. From the simplest of '11.30 on a Friday night, drunk, starving' snacks (cheese on toast) to dishes that might even impress Mum (trout and almonds), the simple, short recipes take you through the process step-by-step.

100 easy one-pan recipes any guy can make Whether you're living in a dorm, living that bachelor life, or trying to impress a date, being able to throw together a delicious meal is something every guy should know how to do. And the One-Pan Cookbook for Men is here to prove that cooking hearty and healthy meals takes little more than a skillet. No need for fancy cookware or ingredients here. Just grab your pan, follow the steps, and serve up anything from Italian Sausage Strata to Super Nachos to Vegetable Stir-Fry. No stress, no mess—The recipes in this cookbook are quick and simple so you don't have to spend a ton of time cooking or washing dishes to create a complete meal from scratch. One-pan 101—Find simple advice and guidance to master the basics of cooking, learn what kitchen tools to keep handy, what foods to always keep in your pantry, and cooking shortcuts to save time. Health conscious—These balanced recipes include veggies, grains, meats, and other nutritious foods so they're good-tasting and good for you! Get ready to master cooking basics with just a few tools and a little know-how!

A Man, A Can, A Plan, inspired by an article in the most popular mens magazine, Men's Health, is a cookbook that presents 50 simple, inexpensive recipes featuring ingredients guys have right in their cupboards--canned food. Great and healthy food can be had for a low price and minimum effort, and A Man, A Can, A Plan lays it all out, in pictorial, easy-to-follow steps, for the culinary-challenged. It features special sections on cooking for her and cooking for the morning after for dudes with a lady on their minds. Author David Joachim received the 1999 James Beard Award for Steven Raichlen's Healthy Latin Cooking, so he knows his stuff and makes it accessible to beginners and experienced guys as well. Get your can openers ready to rumble!

Man cannot live on bread alone. He also needs chili and steak, tacos and jambalaya, barbecued ribs and burgers. But what about keeping body and mind in top-notch condition? How do you satisfy your appetite and stay lean and healthy? From Adina Steiman, the food and nutrition editor of Men's Health, and Paul Kita, who oversees the Guy Gourmet blog on MensHealth.com, comes Guy Gourmet, the ultimate guide to crafting easy, delicious meals at home. Guy Gourmet, the first-ever cookbook from Men's Health magazine, features more than 150 healthy, delicious recipes, many from the best chefs in the nation--including Thomas Keller, Rick Bayless, Kenny Callaghan, Tyler Florence, Adam Perry Lang, Chris Lilly, Anita Lo, Masaharu Morimoto, Seamus Mullen, Eric Ripert, John Stage, and Marcus Samuelsson. Written for seasoned cooks and beginners alike, Guy Gourmet satisfies readers' hunger with nutrient-packed, soul-satisfying dishes like Steak au Poivre with Roast Potatoes, Crab Cakes, Grilled Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema, Backyard Baby Back Ribs and more. Highlights of Guy Gourmet include: - Fast Weeknight Meals: Instead of takeout, try these fast, protein-packed, delicious dinners - Cooking for a Crowd: Round up the crew for big-batch meals designed to feed the masses - Celebration Meals: Craft holiday meals that won't wipe out or weigh down readers (or their guests) - A Guide to Imbibing: Pair the right beers and wines with food; make cocktails a breeze and more - Date Night Meals: Impress her with failsafe recipes and chef-worthy tricks - How to Master the Grill: Learn all the skills you need to become a backyard grilling champ In addition to tons of great recipes and cooking techniques, the 320-page manual packs in all the basics on essential cooking equipment and tools, tips on stocking a pantry, organizing a fridge, and more. And throughout, quick kitchen tricks on how to flip a flapjack, roll dough with a wine bottle, and zest a lime will transform any hungry guy into a confident home cook.

A book of strong and masculine flavors, Manly Food is a feast of high quality recipes and expert instruction, designed to appeal to the tastes and interests of men. The 18 chapters are arranged by areas of interest, including Pure Meat, Manly Cocktails, Chili and Spice as well as by occasion, including Grill and Barbecue, Fast Food, TV Dinners, and Hangover Cures, giving the reader a collection of recipes perfect for entertaining crowds, finding an impressive menu for two, or just how to cook the perfect burger. There are 200 recipes, and the book also contains a butchery guide as well as other useful tips on building a barbecue from scratch or sharpening knives.

Simple, filling, and flavorful recipes to help guys like you get cooking Kiss takeout and frozen food goodbye as you learn how easy it is to start cooking for yourself. This top choice in cookbooks for men is great for guys who are just starting out in the kitchen. From breakfast to dessert, learn to make tasty meals that only take a handful of common ingredients—and won't leave you with a sink full of dirty dishes. Go beyond other cookbooks for men with: Cooking basics—Find out how to cut an onion without losing a finger, prepare a chicken without giving yourself food poisoning, and more. Limited-ingredient recipes—This title stands out from other cookbooks for men thanks to recipes that prove you don't need a ton of specialty ingredients to make amazing food at home. A kitchen toolbox—Set your kitchen up right with handy guides to the must-have pantry staples, plus the tools you'll need to use them. Get everything you could want out of introductory cookbooks for men with this collection of pro tips and delicious recipes.