"What volume/cookbook should I start with?"
Great question! You could really start with any volume, but I usually recommend starting with either Volume 1, Cooking with Joy (volumes 1-5 in one big book!), Simply Delicious a 14 day meal plan, or the Batch Cooking Made Easy.
These each have great starting and foundational recipes.
You can find a recipe index and food gallery for each volume on the menu above or click on one of the volumes below.