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[quote=Anonymous]OP,

I definitely learned a lot from reading cookbooks and watching (good) cooking shows.  You might want to get some books from the library b/f you buy a whole bunch.  Real Simple is also a good source of basic recipes.  In terms of cooking shows, I have better luck with PBS than the Food Network--they tend to go with personalities vs. people who can a.) cook and b.) write reliable recipes.

I like America's Test Kitchen, Sarah Moulton (http://saramoulton.com/weeknightmeals/), and the PBS series Everyday Food.  I think the last one isn't broadcast anymore; it was produced by Martha Stewart, but it wasn't as fussy as much of her stuff is:  http://www.pbs.org/food/shows/everyday-food/

Also, one of the best things I ever did was take a knife skills class at L'Academie de Cuisine.  Having basic prep skills down really helps.

I would start small, pick a couple of dishes to master.  Also, when you learn about cooking times, e.g., that it takes 7 minutes to cook a boneless, skinless chicken breast in a skillet, you'll start to vary what you make on your own.[/quote]

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