Half the battle when you're new to cooking is practicing the techniques that help you make delicious food. I would start simple and try some dishes that don’t have too many steps but yield great results, like my Matcha Rice Krispy Treats, the best Steak Tacos you'll ever have, Balsamic Herb Chicken Thighs, Garlic Basil Pesto to serve with some store-bought pasta or homemade gnocchi, or Khoresh e Beh, a Persian Quince and Beef Stew.