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Miss Leslie's Complete Cookery

Miss Leslie's Complete Cookery

Eliza Leslie

Miss Leslie's Complete Cookery, authored by Eliza Leslie and first published in 1837, is a comprehensive cookbook that became the most popular culinary guide in 19th-century America, selling over 150,000 copies. Aimed at domestic cooks, it provides detailed instructions for a wide range of dishes, from soups and meats to pastries and desserts, emphasizing the importance of quality ingredients and proper techniques. This 1853 edition marks the forty-ninth printing of a work that appealed to both urban and rural families across various socio-economic classes.

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