Introduction. Who we are (and were) ; How the book is organized ; How to read the recipes
Your first kitchen. Beginner techniques and recipes ; Basic vinaigrettes ; Amazing scrambled eggs ; Toast ; Grilled cheese ; How to cook pasta ; Baking 101 ; A family celebration dinner
Dorm room dining. Stretching your meal plan ; Better salads ; Ramen hacks ; Microwave recipes ; Gourmet popcorn hacks ; Dorm room movie night
First apartment dining. Helpful hacks ; The spice rack ; Intermediate techniques and recipes ; More toast ; Intermediate basking ; How to sauté ; How to pan-fry ; How to roast ; Cooking with rice ; Rotisserie chicken hacks ; Roommate food swap ; Pizza hacks and DIY pizza bars ; Salads without greens ; Dessert for a crowd ; The big game party
First solo kitchen. Saving v. splurging ; First solo kitchen pantry ; Advanced techniques and recipes ; Fancy toast ; Crostini with salad ; How to deep fry ; First solo kitchen knife skills ; How to braise ; Fancy rise ; Exploring different cuisines ; A fancy dinner
