The Whitehouse Cookbook (1887) by F. L. Gillette and Hugo Ziemann
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"The White House Cook Book" by Mrs. F.L. Gillette and Hugo Ziemann is a comprehensive cookbook and household manual written during the late 19th century. This extensive volume offers a blend of culinary recipes, etiquette for dining, and various household management tips, making it an essential guide for home cooks, especially those aiming to elevate their dining experiences. At the start of the book, a dedication to the wives of American presidents
highlights the significance of the White House's culinary traditions. The publishers provide a preface touting the expertise of the authors, particularly Hugo Ziemann, a noted culinary expert and steward of the White House. This section details the careful selection and testing of recipes included in the book, ensuring they meet the highest standards for readers. Additionally, the opening introduces various topics the book will cover, such as kitchen essentials, etiquette, and specialized recipes for different occasions, all aimed at empowering housekeepers with both practical guidance and creative ideas for preparing meals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gillette, F. L. (Fanny Lemira), 1828-1926 |
|---|---|
| Author | Ziemann, Hugo |
| Title |
The Whitehouse Cookbook (1887) Cooking, Toilet and Household Recipes, Menus, Dinner-Giving, Table Etiquette, Care of the Sick, Health Suggestions, Facts Worth Knowing, Etc., Etc. The Whole Comprising a Comprehensive Cyclopedia of Information for the Home |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Stephen Schulze and the Distributed Proofreaders Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Cooking, American |
| Subject | Table service |
| Subject | Formulas, recipes, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13923 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1368 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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