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Reed, Myrtle
1874
1911
Green, Olive
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The Myrtle Reed Cook Book
The philosophy of breakfast -- How to set the table -- The kitchen Rubaiyat -- Fruits -- Cereals -- Salt fish -- Breakfast meats -- Substitutes for meat -- Eggs -- Omelets -- Quick breads -- Raised breakfast breads -- Pancakes -- Coffee cakes, doughnuts, and waffles -- Breakfast beverages -- Simple salads -- One hundred sandwich fillings -- Luncheon beverages -- Eating and dining -- Thirty-five canapés -- One hundred simple soups -- Fifty ways to cook shell-fish -- Sixty ways to cook fish -- One hundred and fifty ways to cook meat and poultry -- Twenty ways to cook potatoes -- One hundred and fifty ways to cook other vegetables -- Thirty simple sauces -- One hundred and fifty salads -- Simple desserts.
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"The Myrtle Reed Cook Book" by Myrtle Reed is a culinary guide written in the early 20th century. The book offers a collection of recipes and insights into the art of cooking, with a particular focus on meals centered around breakfast. Through its whimsical and thoughtful prose, it emphasizes not only the recipes but also the aesthetic value of dining and the cultural significance of food. The opening of this cook book introduces the philosophy behind breakfast, highlighting its historical roots and varying approaches across different cultures. It critiques both the extravagant English breakfast and the minimalist French approach, suggesting a balance that caters to individual preferences. Additionally, Myrtle Reed unveils her practical tips on planning meals efficiently, while advocating for a pleasant breakfast atmosphere to promote a positive mood for the day ahead. Overall, the beginning sets a convivial and thoughtful tone for the culinary journey that follows in the subsequent recipes and sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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