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Good Things to Eat As Suggested By Rufus

Good Things to Eat As Suggested By Rufus

Rufus Estes

Good Things to Eat As Suggested By Rufus is a cookbook written by Rufus Estes, who was born a slave in 1857 and later became a prominent chef for wealthy clients in the late 19th century. Published in 1911, the book features a collection of recipes reflecting the culinary traditions and influences of the time. Estes's work is notable for its unique perspective as it combines his personal experiences with the art of cooking for the elite, making it an important historical document in American culinary literature.

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Rufus Estes was born a slave in 1857 in Tennessee, and experienced first hand the turmoil of the Civil War. He began wor...

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