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Regardless of your skill level at the stove, it never hurts to go back to basics and focus on rudimentary recipes that are the building blocks for so many other dishes. These aren't too complicated or expensive, and once you master them, we reassure you that you'll use them over and over again. Here are fundamental dishes that every home chef should know how to make.

— Additional reporting by Anna Monette Roberts

Pancakes
Classic Omelet
French Toast
Frittata
Basic Vinaigrette
Quinoa Salad
Nachos
Guacamole
Hummus
Salsa
Chicken Noodle Soup
Pizza
Roast Chicken
Pasta Carbonara
Ground Beef Tacos
Steak
Mashed Potatoes
Pesto
Tomato Sauce
Roasted Vegetables
Roasted Garlic
Shortbread
Cupcakes
Paté Brisée
Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake
Brownies
No-Bake Icebox Cake
Simple Syrup
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