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    To all the amateur cooks out there, you landed in the right place. Here you'll find a library of resources that will make it easier for you to create nutritious, delicious meals.

    I got you, because I was you. When I first started cooking, I was overwhelmed by everything I didn't know. In the hopes of making this journey easier for you, I'm sharing my favourite kitchen hacks, ingredient guides and substitutions, as well as product reviews.

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