Leeks to the Welsh, to Dutchmen butter's dear; Of Irish swains, _potatoes_ is the cheer. GAY. Wash them, but do not pare or cut them, unless they are very large. Fill a saucepan ha...
First, make some stuffing with one pound of bruised crumb of bread, mixed with six ounces of chopped suet, two eggs, chopped parsley, onions and thyme, and seasoned with pepper and...
One peck ripe tomatoes, twelve large onions, four cups vinegar, six tablespoonfuls salt, twelve large tablespoonfuls sugar, four red mango peppers, ground cloves, cinnamon, allspic...
2 full quarts of sour cherries 1 pound of sugar 1 quart of water Stew the cherries in the water for ten minutes and press through a sieve, add the sugar, and, if you have it, two d...
Sprinkle a buttered dish with cracker crumbs, then put in a layer of oysters, some bits of butter, a little pepper and salt, and so on until the dish is full, leaving crumbs and bu...
History and Fun Facts of Mush: Mush, also known as cornmeal mush or polenta, has a long history and is a staple dish in many cultures around the world. It originated thousands of y...
Take your shelled beans, very young and tender. Throw them into boiling water for a minute, then pour the water away. Heat for a pound of beans one and one-half pints of milk, stir...
Rice pudding is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is believed to have originated in ancient China, where rice was a staple food. Over time, different variat...
Boil up two pints of milk and fifteen lumps of sugar with a bit of vanilla. Add three soup-spoonfuls of semolina, and let it boil for fifteen minutes, while you stir it. Take it fr...
Home-made bread is one thing that everybody likes, and while it takes time and patience, it is not really hard to make. One little girl I knew took pride in making all the bread fo...
From MRS. VIRGINIA T. SMITH, of Connecticut, Alternate Lady Manager. Fry three rather thin slices of salted pork; and three large onions in the some fat. Fry also a chicken of medi...
Eggs have been a staple food in human diets for centuries, and they have been prepared in various ways across different cultures. One popular dish that showcases the versatility of...
Melt maple sugar with a little water, and add to each cupful of syrup a half cupful of chopped black walnuts. Maple syrup may also be used by adding half the quantity of boiling wa...
Skin and cut the eels into 2 inch pieces, cover with boiling water, add a tablespoonful of vinegar and simmer for 10 minutes; drain. In a saucepan melt 1 tablespoonful of butter an...
Chop 1 pt. of apples fine. Butter a baking dish. Put in a layer of bread crumbs, then a layer of apple, then bits of butter; continue until the dish is full, having the last layer...
Recipe: Candies-Walnut Molasses Taffy Introduction: Candies-Walnut Molasses Taffy is a delicious and chewy treat that dates back to the early 20th century. This old-fashioned candy...
In arranging this matter, I have made an earnest effort to be of service to the housewife without or with one maid, as well as to those who are fortunate enough to have trained hel...
Sauce for suet pudding is a delightful accompaniment to the traditional British dessert known as suet pudding. This rich and velvety sauce enhances the flavors of the pudding, crea...
2 ripe pineapples or 1 quart can of grated pineapple 1 quart of water 1-1/2 pounds of sugar Juice of two lemons Pare the pineapples, remove the eyes, and grate the fruit into the w...
Butter 4 teacups, sprinkle them with chopped parsley, add a little pepper and salt, and into each one break an egg. Cover with bread crumbs and set them in a saucepan of boiling wa...
2 large cucumbers 2 tart apples 1 pint of water 1 teaspoonful of sugar 1/2 teaspoonful of salt 1 tablespoonful of gelatin 1 saltspoonful of black pepper Juice of one lemon Peel the...
From MRS. MARTHA. A. GRIGGS, of Washington, Alternate Lady Manager. Two and one-half cups sugar, one cup butter, one cup milk, four cups flour, three eggs, one wine glass sherry; o...
Toss the sliced mushrooms in butter, adding, if you wish, a little mushroom ketchup. Break the eggs in a pan and beat them lightly together, and cook for three minutes over a good...
Another good dish of rice for supper can be made as follows. Wash half a pound of rice (cost five cents,) throw it into one quart of boiling water, containing two teaspoonfuls of s...
Recipe for Filling For Chrimsel: History and Fun Facts: Chrimsel is a traditional Jewish dessert that is popular during holidays and festive occasions. It is a sweet pastry filled...
Recipe for Kisses by Florence Eckhart History: Kisses are a classic dessert that have been enjoyed for generations. The origin of this sweet treat is not entirely clear, but it is...
New England Succotash: A Hearty Delight from Mrs. S.A. Powers Introduction: New England Succotash is a delicious and classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This tradit...
Every one likes this sauce for either meat or fish. In a double saucepan melt a lump of butter, flavor it with salt, pepper, some minced parsley that you had first rubbed on a raw...
Mix one cup of sour cream and three eggs, well beaten. Dissolve two tablespoons of sugar and one tablespoon of mustard in one-half cup of vinegar; salt, pepper and paprika to taste...