Product Overview
1947 The Basic Cook Book, Marjorie Heseltine and Ula M. Dow. Hardcover. Measures 8" by 5 1/2". 740 pages. Houghton Mifflin Company. Interior is in good condition and intact. The dust cover shows age and wear.
Master the fundamentals of cooking with this comprehensive vintage resource: The Basic Cook Book by Marjorie Heseltine and Ula M. Dow, published in 1947 by Houghton Mifflin Company. This hefty hardcover volume boasts a whopping 740 pages packed with essential recipes, techniques, and culinary wisdom.
Features:
- A Culinary Encyclopedia: Explore a vast array of recipes, from appetizers to desserts, with sections dedicated to meats, vegetables, breads, and more.
- Foundational Techniques: Learn basic cooking skills like knife work, food preparation, and essential cooking methods.
- A Timeless Resource: Gain valuable knowledge and inspiration that can be applied in any kitchen, regardless of era.
Condition:
The interior pages are in good condition, with minimal wear and tear and all pages intact. The hardcover binding is secure. The original dust jacket shows signs of age and wear, adding to the vintage charm.
This vintage cookbook would be a wonderful addition to any kitchen and a perfect gift for:
- Aspiring cooks looking to build a strong foundation in the kitchen
- Collectors of vintage cookbooks and culinary history buffs
- Anyone who appreciates classic and reliable recipes for everyday cooking
Please note: The dust jacket shows wear consistent with age.
This item is over 75 years old. I inspected it and determined the interior to be in good condition with the dust jacket showing wear. There may be other minor imperfections that I missed.
