The Federation Cook Book: A Collection of Tested Recipes, Contributed by the Colored Women of the State of California (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Bertha L. Turner

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265613582 ISBN 13: 9780265613580

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Discover a heritage cookbook packed with practical, tried-and-true recipes from California’s African American community.

This collection gathers tested dishes contributed by the Colored Women of the State of California, offering a window into home cooking across soups, breads, salads, desserts, and more. The book emphasizes clear, step-by-step guidance that home cooks can follow with confidence.

Within these pages you’ll find approachable recipes for everyday meals and desserts, organized to help you plan, prepare, and enjoy comforting, familiar flavors. From hearty soups and cornbread staples to creamy custards and festive pies, the collection emphasizes practical methods and dependable results.

• Recipes across a broad range of categories, from soups and stocks to desserts and beverages.
• Clear instructions and measurements that make home cooking easier and more reliable.
• Options for sauces, dressings, sandwiches, and baked goods that pair with everyday meals.
• A historical glimpse into a community’s contribution to American home cooking.

Ideal for readers who value tested recipes with a warm, communal cooking background.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265613582
• ISBN 13: 9780265613580
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 97