cookery, american

A collection of recipes from the Civil War era magazine "Godey's Lady's Book," reflecting the wide variety of regional cooking that characterized American culture; and including information about Union and Confederate army rations and cooking on both home fronts.

Describes the influences on and the evolution of African-American food, and includes recipes and suggestions for healthy cooking.

Describes the preparation and serving of foods during three time periods in American history: 1854, 1904, and 1944. Includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals.

Presents over 500 recipes taken from the pages of FamilyFun magazine, with ideas for livening up snacks and meals, and tips for making mealtimes exciting family events.

Presents over 1,200 recipes with tips and techniques from the publisher's test kitchen. Includes preparation times, nutrition facts, and menus.

Presents a collection of recipes for legendary regional foods in America, and includes a history of the recipes with authentic touches that reflect their cultural origins.

Contains recipes with "strictly American" ingredients including corn, pumpkin, maple syrup, and cranberries. Also includes selections from America's regional cuisines.