Miss Leslie's New Cookery Book

Name: Miss Leslie's New Cookery Book
Author: Eliza Leslie

By Eliza Leslie

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About This Book

The volume collects several hundred tested recipes and household instructions covering soups, fish, shellfish, meats, poultry, game, terrapin and turtle, vegetables, sauces, breads, pickles, preserves, cakes, pies, desserts, puddings, confectionery, rice and cornmeal preparations, and remedies and dishes suitable for the sick. It includes menu suggestions arranged by season and by household size, guidance on economy and domestic management, practical directions intended to render novices self-reliant in the kitchen, and a well-organized index for quick reference. Many receipts are presented as new to this compilation and emphasize ease, economy, and tried methods for everyday and fancy cookery.

About the Author

Eliza Leslie

Eliza Leslie was an influential American author and cookbook writer in the 19th century, known for her contributions to domestic literature and culinary arts. She published numerous cookbooks, including the widely recognized "Directions for Cookery, in its Various Branches," which provided practical guidance for home cooks. Leslie's works often emphasized the importance of etiquette and manners, as seen in her book "The Ladies' Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners." In addition to her cookbooks, she wrote essays and sketches that reflected her keen observations of society and character. Her writings remain a valuable resource for understanding the culinary and social customs of her time.