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Originally devised as a cooking and homemaking primer for newly arrived immigrants at the turn of the century, this back-to-basics book is filled with hundreds of hearty, simple recipes that will fit today's demanding lifestyles. Clearly detailed, easy-to-read directions for creating everything from griddle cakes, shrimp Creole, and mulligatawny soup to cheese fondue, oyster a la poulette, and a variety of ethnic dishes. A delightful sampling of cultural history that will enchant lovers of old cookbooks and well-prepared foods. 26 black-and-white illustrations.Kander, Simon is the author of 'Settlement Cook Book 1903 ', published 2005 under ISBN 9780486443492 and ISBN 0486443493.
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