My daughter still chuckles at the inscription I put in the Joy of Cooking that I gave her about seven years ago. She got a kick out of me referring to it as "the bible of cooking". But to me, this is true! It is the standard for cookbooks in my viewpoint, has every kind of recipe one could want, and gives you detailed info and directions on different methods of cooking, baking, canning, etc., information on cookware and tools......the list is endless. Everything you need to know about how to cook is in this book. Other cookbooks might have great recipes, but this is the "blueprint" for cooking. Since I bought my first copy nearly thirty years ago, I have worn out one hardback Joy of Cooking, one paperback copy, and my second hardback is well worn also at this time. What does that tell you? This is the cookbook I have given to both my neices when they got married and several other young brides. I recommend this to everyone as their first cookbook to buy, and can just about guarantee this is the one book they will go to over and over again for all the answers. Plus the authors have updated the cookbook from time to time to keep it current, no worries about it ever being obsolete for your needs......it is THE cookbook to have!

How do you begin to review what is, essentially, the quintessential cookbook? This is a perfect gift for the beginning cook and a cornerstone of kitchen life for anyone who would consider themself a "foodie." Detailed explainatinos of gadgets, meat, veg, foul, tools, methods; you name it, and it's bound to be in this book. Before there was Google, there was the Joy of Cooking. I still find myself reaching for the index pages before I hit "search."

The very first cookbook my mom taught me to cook from, the first cookbook she gave me when I moved out, and my favorite housewarming gift to give! Classic recipes, plus loads of information.

TOTALLY love this cookbook! When I first purchased it, I read it cover to cover like a novel! It was SO fascinating to learn in great detail about SO many ingredients! This is a MUST for every home cook - I plan to give it to my daughter (only 10 now) when she moves out on her own! A true American treasure of a cook book!

The Joy of Cooking is the cookbook I consult to find out how to cook something that I have not done before or have not made in a long time. It has a lot of detail about all the aspects of preparing a dish.

This may be very "old school" of me, as I own several contemporary cookbooks by Nigella Lawson, Jamie Oliver, etc., but consistently, I go back to Joy of Cooking. What I like about it is its practicality. What do I do with a Jerusalem artichoke? How long do hard-boiled eggs last? Is this a special way to freeze strawberries. I am in no way an expert cook, but when I do have the time, I enjoy cooking, and I have come to rely on this text more than any other. It should be a staple in anyone's kitchen, and it never goes out of date!!

My mother used this book while I was growing up and I use this book in my kitchen now. This is the one book that every mother should have in their kitchen. It should almost be a family heirloom.

My Sister gave me a copy of this when I first got married. My mother handed down all her families recipes through a big huge binder. But the Joy of Cooking my sister told me goes through everything that you will ever encounter. I learned how to braise meat and make pies, bread this has become a staple in my house. I love this cookbook. I have sons and of course one wants to become a chef and the other could really careless about cooking(until he becomes hungry that is) and I invested in a Joy of Cooking for the both of them. It is nice to see them learning how to cook and use this book to create new favorites for themselves. It is a great and very knowledgeable cookbook for beginners to old pros. Love it Love it!

This is a must have staple of every kitchen for the beginner to the seasoned pro. If you have never cooked before, "The Joy of Cooking" will lead you through the process from making a simple gravy to cooking wild game. The seasoned pro will defiantly find plenty of use from this book as it cover as it covers such a wide range of foods. I have had a copy of this book in my kitchen since living in my first apartment almost 40 years ago. It is a timeless classic that will never go out of style.

I receive this cookbook as a wedding gift over 15 years ago. I have many different cookbooks and this one is my go to cookbook. It has detailed info on everything you need to know about the "kitchen". My Mom has one as does my sister it is the essential cookbook for every home. I have even loaned my copy out to neighbors. Thankfully, I got it back!

I have in order of 50 cookbooks. I love them all, but te Joy of Cooking is the book that I turn to time and time again. I remember as a little girl learning to cook - my Mom's well worn copy was always my guide. Now if I have a question about meat, how-to's, definitions of things - it is the cookbook I reach for time and time again. This is the best kitchen 'knowledge' you could ever have as reference!

The Joy of Cooking was given to me by my mother, and to her by her mother! It is a great resource of recipes, cooking tips & techniques - it is a timeless treasure!

Though I have a LOT of cookbooks, this one is so used that it's held together with rubberbands! It's a constant go to for advice on technique, recipes and even just ideas about what to do with certain ingredients. It's truly an all purpose cookbook, for the novice or expert cook alike. When my daughter starts cooking with me, I know that this will be one of the first books for her.

I love this cookbook. It is my go-to book for everything! My daughter loves to read through it and find new recipes for us to try. She will get her own copy when she grows up and gets her own home. The best thing I have learned to make from The Joy of Cooking is scones...my husband loves them so much, and it's such a versatile recipe!

My mother gave me this book, and I still use it. It is a tradition to have it sitting on our kitchen shelves. There are many great recipes with practical tips mixed in. It is easy to follow and replicate. Everyone should have a copy of it in their kitchen.