The Lady's Own Cookery Book, and New Dinner-Table Directory; by Bury
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"The Lady's Own Cookery Book, and New Dinner-Table Directory" by Bury is a comprehensive cookbook written in the mid-19th century. The work is designed as a practical guide for domestic cooking, offering a variety of recipes suitable for both the nobility and those of more moderate means. It aims to bridge the gap between luxurious culinary practices and everyday cooking needs, showcasing a wide array of original receipts compiled from the author’s
own experience as well as contributions from a social circle of acquaintances. The opening of the book introduces the purpose and the extensive collection of recipes it contains. The author emphasizes the importance of cleanliness and precision in cookery, outlining fundamental practices to ensure successful meal preparation. The preface notes the diverse range of recipes spans soups, entrees, and desserts, all categorized for ease of use. Additionally, it highlights the connection between good cooking, health, and taste, encouraging readers to cater to the preferences of their diners while maintaining high culinary standards. This clear and practical approach sets the stage for a culinary journey that balances sophistication with accessibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bury, Charlotte Campbell, Lady, 1775-1861 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Lady's Own Cookery Book, and New Dinner-Table Directory; In Which will Be Found a Large Collection of Original Receipts. 3rd ed. |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Cooking, English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29232 |
| Release Date | Jun 25, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 862 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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