Francatelli, Charles Elme
A Plain Cookery Book for - the Working Classes
- ISBN 13:
- 9781781391792
- author:
- Francatelli, Charles Elme
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Benediction Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 118
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Cooking, Food & Drink, History, Cooking, Food & Drink,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A Plain Cookery Book for the Working Classes by Charles Elme Francatelli is a valuable resource from 1852. Written with the intention of empowering working-class individuals to prepare nourishing meals using affordable ingredients, this book offers practical recipes and guidance on food preparation. The book includes sections on cooking for invalids, medicinal concoctions, and economical soup, providing a comprehensive approach to meal planning. It is also worth noting that some ingredients considered common at the time are now prized delicacies, while others have fallen out of favor. This little-known cookbook provides a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century culinary practices and offers a unique perspective on food preparation during this period.