The Peerless Cook Book: With Recipes For The Chafing Dish (1901)

By Mary Johnson Lincoln

Book Overview

The Peerless Cook Book: With Recipes For The Chafing Dish is a culinary guidebook written by Mary Johnson Lincoln and initially published in 1901. The book contains a comprehensive collection of recipes for various dishes that can be prepared using a chafing dish, a portable cooking apparatus that was popular during the early 1900s. The book begins with an introduction to the chafing dish and its uses, followed by detailed instructions on how to use it effectively. The recipes are categorized into different sections, including soups, fish, meats, vegetables, eggs, and desserts. Each section contains a wide range of recipes, from classic dishes like oyster stew and beefsteak to more adventurous recipes like lobster Newburg and chicken ������ la King.The book also includes tips on how to properly set a table, how to carve meat, and how to make various sauces and dressings. Additionally, the book provides advice on menu planning and entertaining guests, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced cooks.Overall, The Peerless Cook Book: With Recipes For The Chafing Dish is a timeless culinary guidebook that offers a glimpse into the cooking techniques and tastes of the early 1900s. It is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of cooking and entertaining.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: 1437172911
• ISBN13: 9781437172911
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"