I love my food but I really don't know how to cook it, I know reciepes, but I don't know my way around the kitchen. My SS took care of that. Due to my love of math, which was in my likes, My SS got me Ratio, which is perfect because it teaches you basic ratios, such as "Quick Bread - Two parts flour- Two parts liquid- one part butter- one part egg". Not only will I know how to cook but I'll be able to comfortably but it involves math. My SS also got me the Flavor Bible, which tells the reader what main dishes go with what from an array of different cuisines. This little sucker will keep me busy for a long time.