Twenty-Five Cent Dinners for Families of Six by Juliet Corson

Twenty-Five Cent Dinners for Families of Six

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LoC No.: ca10002226

Title: Twenty-Five Cent Dinners for Families of Six

Alternate Title: 25 Cent Dinners for Families of 6

Note: Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

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Summary: "Twenty-Five Cent Dinners for Families of Six" by Juliet Corson is a practical cookbook written in the late 19th century. This guide is designed to help families of moderate means create nutritious and appealing meals on a budget, specifically focusing on preparing meals that cost no more than twenty-five cents for a family of six. The author draws on her experience as the Superintendent of the New York Cooking School to provide accessible recipes and cooking techniques. At the start of the book, Juliet Corson outlines her goals for the work, emphasizing the importance of economical yet wholesome cooking. She discusses the value of good nutrition, the importance of variety in the diet, and practical advice on selecting ingredients. The introductory chapters delve into marketing principles on how to choose fresh, nutritious foods while staying on budget. Corson stresses the significance of preparation methods and thoughtful seasoning to elevate the taste of simple ingredients, ensuring that families can enjoy their meals without excessive expenditure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Corson, Juliet, 1842-1897

EBook No.: 28419

Published: Mar 27, 2009

Downloads: 136

Language: English

Subject: Cooking, American

LoCC: Technology: Home economics

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.