The Presidential cook book
About this book
Initially published in 1887, The Original White House Cook Book is a cooking compendium penned by F. L. Gillette and Hugo Ziemann. The book is comprised of recipes, cooking techniques, etiquette instruction, household care, and cleanliness tips used in the White House. This historic book includes recipes by the first ladies Martha Washington, Mary Todd Lincoln, and many others, as well as historic menus for special occasions like Grant’s Birthday and Washington’s Wedding.The book was compiled using the knowledge gained by Gillette in her years of cooking, as well as Ziemann’s term as a White House steward and caterer. It rapidly became a bestseller after its publication and an essential cookbook in kitchens across America.The Original White House Cook Book includes more than five hundred recipes for soups, meats, vegetables, pastas, desserts, sandwiches, and more. Additionally, it includes hundreds of tips and tricks as well as a foreword written by John Moeller, White House chef from 1992 to 2005.
Reader Profile
· 440 pages · ≈ 8 h 09 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The Presidential cook book?
About ≈ 8 h 09 m — 440 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Presidential cook book?
440 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Presidential cook book?
It sits on the Cooking shelves.
Is The Presidential cook book in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who wrote The Presidential cook book?
Hugo Ziemann.
Where can I read The Presidential cook book online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library