A classic bestseller for over a century, with more than a million dog-eared and well-worn books sold, by one of America’s most famous early cooks, now with easy-to-use links between related recipes formatted specifically for ebook readers. Containing nearly 2,000 fancy and plain recipes, from soup to nuts, this is a must-have reference of traditional American cooking from the Mother of Level Measures.
This book is based on the original 1896 edition, as well as subsequent editions up to 1918, which was the last one authored completely by Fannie Farmer.
Be sure to check out Fannie's companion books that are also available on the iBooks Store: A New Book of Cookery, Catering for Special Occasions, Chafing Dish Possibilities, and A Book of Good Dinners for My Friend.
She writes, "With the progress of knowledge the needs of the human body have not been forgotten. During the last decade much time has been given by scientists to the study of foods and their dietetic value, and it is a subject which rightfully should demand much consideration from all. I certainly feel that the time is not far distant when a knowledge of the principles of diet will be an essential part of one's education. Then mankind will eat to live, will be able to do better mental and physical work, and disease will be less frequent.
"At the earnest solicitation of educators, pupils, and friends, I have been urged to prepare this book, and I trust it may be a help to many who need its aid. It is my wish that it may not only be looked upon as a compilation of tried and tested recipes, but that it may awaken an interest through its condensed scientific knowledge which will lead to deeper thought and broader study of what to eat."
