The Ladies' New Book Of Cookery

The Ladies' New Book of Cookery: A Practical System for Private Families in Town and Country is a cookbook written by Sarah Josepha Hale and published in 1852. The book is aimed at women who are responsible for cooking for their families and offers a comprehensive guide to cooking for both town and country households. The book is divided into several sections, including soups, fish, meat, poultry, vegetables, bread, pastry, and desserts. Each section contains numerous recipes, many of which are accompanied by detailed instructions and illustrations. The book also includes tips on kitchen management, advice on selecting and preparing ingredients, and suggestions for menu planning.In addition to its practical advice, The Ladies' New Book of Cookery reflects the cultural and social norms of its time. The book assumes a middle-class readership and reflects the gender roles of the era, with women being responsible for cooking and homemaking. The book also reflects the prevailing attitudes towards race and ethnicity, with recipes for ""Negro Pudding"" and ""Indian Corn Cake.""Despite its dated language and cultural references, The Ladies' New Book of Cookery remains a valuable resource for historians and culinary enthusiasts alike. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the culinary practices and social norms of mid-19th century America, and offers a wealth of recipes that can still be adapted and enjoyed today.With Directions For Carving, And Arranging The Table For Parties, Etc., Also, Preparations Of Food For Invalids And Children.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.