A practical, handsome guide to cooking and household management from a bygone era.
The Queen Cook Book gathers recipes, menus, and useful information for planning meals, entertaining guests, and keeping a well-run kitchen. It offers ready-to-use menus, kitchen measurements, and step-by-step ideas that help you cook with confidence.
This edition presents breakfast, dinner, and lunch menus, plus seasonal and holiday menus, along with straightforward recipe instructions. It also includes table-setting ideas and practical tips for presenting food attractively, even when time or resources are limited."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive guide to the art of homemaking, presented through the lens of a bygone era. Delving into the practicalities of domestic life, it provides detailed recipes and instructions for creating a variety of breads, biscuits, cakes, and other baked goods, as well as soups, beverages, and other culinary delights. The author, who draws upon a lifetime of experience, emphasizes the importance of well-prepared food as a cornerstone of a happy and harmonious home. The book's focus on cooking and homemaking reflects the societal expectations placed upon women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It positions the role of the homemaker as a critical one, requiring not only knowledge and skill, but also a deep understanding of the importance of creating a nurturing and welcoming environment. Beyond the practical instructions, the book explores themes of family, tradition, and the importance of self-reliance. The author encourages readers to embrace the joys of homemade fare, celebrating the connection between food, family, and community. With a focus on quality ingredients and meticulous preparation, the book instills a sense of pride in creating meals that nourish both body and soul. This book serves as a fascinating window into the domestic world of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the values and practices that shaped the lives of women and families during a time when the art of homemaking was deeply revered. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330248447_0
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330248447
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330248447
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Seller: Buchpark, Trebbin, Germany
Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 334 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Seller Inventory # 25666507/2
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