Mrs. Beeton's Dictionary of Every-Day Cookery / The "All About It" Books

Name: Mrs. Beeton's Dictionary of Every-Day Cookery / The "All About It" Books
Author: Mrs. Beeton

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About This Book

A household cookery manual organized as an alphabetical dictionary that compiles recipes and practical kitchen guidance for everyday meals. Individual entries list ingredients, step-by-step methods, cooking times, portions, costs and seasonality, with advice on preparation, presentation and economical substitutions. The text emphasizes clear, plain directions and minimizes cross-references, while attending to small techniques and pitfalls that affect results. Recipes range from soups, sauces and puddings to pastries, meats and fish, and the volume also supplies menu plans, serving notes and measurable guidance intended for both inexperienced and experienced household managers.

About the Author

Mrs. Beeton

Mrs. Beeton, born Isabella Mary Mayson, was a prominent English author known for her influential works on household management and cookery in the 19th century. Her most famous publication, "The Book of Household Management," serves as a comprehensive guide to running a household, covering everything from cooking to budgeting. Beeton's writings reflect the social norms and domestic expectations of her time, making her a key figure in the development of modern cookbooks. Additionally, her works, such as "Beeton's Book of Needlework" and "Mrs. Beeton's Dictionary of Every-Day Cookery," have contributed significantly to the literary heritage of domestic literature.