Jennie June's American Cookery Book: Containing Upwards Of Twelve Hundred Choice And Carefully Tested Receipts (1878)

by Jane Cunningham Croly

Book Overview

Jennie June's American Cookery Book, written by Jane Cunningham Croly and published in 1878, is a comprehensive collection of over 1200 recipes that have been carefully tested for accuracy and quality. The book is named after the pen name of the author's alter ego, Jennie June, who was a popular writer and editor in the 19th century. The book is divided into chapters that cover a wide range of topics, including soups, meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, breads, cakes, desserts, and beverages. Each chapter begins with an introduction that provides useful information on the ingredients and techniques used in that particular category of recipes. The recipes themselves are written in a clear and concise manner, with step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. Many of the recipes are accompanied by helpful tips and variations, allowing readers to experiment and customize their dishes. In addition to the recipes, the book also includes sections on kitchen management, table etiquette, and menu planning. These sections offer practical advice on how to run a successful household and entertain guests with style and grace. Overall, Jennie June's American Cookery Book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American cuisine or looking to expand their culinary repertoire with classic, time-tested recipes.Embracing All The Popular Dishes, And The Best Results Of Modern Science, Reduced To A Simple And Practical Form. Also, A Chapter For Invalids, For Infants, One On Jewish Cookery And A Variety Of Miscellaneous Receipts Of Special Value To Housekeepers Generally.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437139914
• ISBN13: 9781437139914
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"