Flint Hills Cook Book by Iowa) Christ Church Episcopal (Burlington
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"Flint Hills Cook Book" compiled by the women of Christ Church Parish, Burlington, Iowa, is a collection of recipes written in the late 19th century. This cookbook highlights the culinary contributions of the women in this community, showcasing their skills and traditions in preparing meals. The content primarily revolves around various recipes, ranging from breads and soups to desserts and pickles, offering a glimpse into the domestic life and food culture of
the time. The opening of the cookbook introduces the concept of cooking as a longstanding tradition rooted in the necessity of satisfying hunger, particularly emphasizing the role of women in this culinary art. The preface reflects a sense of pride in compiling the best recipes from local cooks, suggesting that the authors aimed to preserve and share the culinary heritage of their community. As the reader delves into the index, they are greeted with a well-organized collection of recipes, indicating a diverse array of dishes that homeowners might prepare for their families and gatherings, setting the stage for the practical culinary adventures contained within the subsequent pages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Christ Church Episcopal (Burlington, Iowa) |
|---|---|
| Title | Flint Hills Cook Book |
| Contents | Breads -- Soups -- Fish and oysters -- Eggs -- Meats and entrees -- Vegetables -- Salads -- Pickles and relishes -- Pastry and puddings -- Ices -- Cake and cookies -- Jellies and jams -- Beverages -- Confectionery -- Miscellaneous. |
| Credits |
Produced by Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at www.pgdpcanada.net from page images generously made available by Iowa State University Library Digital Collections |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Cooking, American -- Midwestern style |
| Subject | Cooking -- Iowa -- Burlington |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58948 |
| Release Date | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 387 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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