A Primer of Cooking and Housekeeping |
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| Author:
| Cooper, Elizabeth |
| ISBN: | 978-0-89496-023-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2011 |
| Publisher: | Ross Books
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $19.95 |
Book Description:
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Recommended by Booklist (the American Library Association): "This is a handy book for beginners in life's approach to cooking and household maintenance. the back cover says, "This book tells you what you should have learned from your mother but never did." Too true among many younger persons today (and mostly their own fault). These basic preparations are in narrative style (a good format to set the novice at ease and install confidence), and economy and leftovers are emphasized. For...
More DescriptionRecommended by Booklist (the American Library Association): "This is a handy book for beginners in life's approach to cooking and household maintenance. the back cover says, "This book tells you what you should have learned from your mother but never did." Too true among many younger persons today (and mostly their own fault). These basic preparations are in narrative style (a good format to set the novice at ease and install confidence), and economy and leftovers are emphasized. For instance, there is a good bread pudding recipe with ideas for variations. The 25 pages devoted to the house concern mainly clothes (sewing, ironing, washing, maintenance) and floors. 250 basic recipes plus variations - recommended" - Booklist (American Library Association review medium)