Modern Cooking for Modern Women
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'Modern Cookery for Private Families' by Eliza Acton is a groundbreaking cookbook that revolutionized British cooking in the mid-19th century.
Published in 1845, it was one of the first to provide clear, concise recipes with accurate measurements, making it accessible to home cooks.
Acton's book emphasized simplicity and practicality, offering a wide range of dishes from basic preparations to more elaborate meals.
Her focus on seasonal ingredients and economical techniques made it a valuable resource for middle-class households.
'Modern Cookery for Private Families' set a new standard for cookbooks, influencing generations of cooks and paving the way for future culinary writers.
The book marked a significant departure from earlier, less structured cookbooks.
Published in 1845, it was one of the first to provide clear, concise recipes with accurate measurements, making it accessible to home cooks.
Acton's book emphasized simplicity and practicality, offering a wide range of dishes from basic preparations to more elaborate meals.
Her focus on seasonal ingredients and economical techniques made it a valuable resource for middle-class households.
'Modern Cookery for Private Families' set a new standard for cookbooks, influencing generations of cooks and paving the way for future culinary writers.
The book marked a significant departure from earlier, less structured cookbooks.
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