One of the most fun things about the 18th century is the food! Everyone needs to eat, and being able to delve into another century while meeting that need can be an interesting and enjoyable experience.
All of the Tastes From the Past cookbooks contain documented recipes and cooking instructions from the 18th and 19th centuries, translated into modern cooking terms so that you can try them at home.I've tried everthing here, so you're getting the best of what I've prepared! Each of the cookbooks are spiral bound so that they lie flat.
Discounts available for wholesalers. Please contact me at tastes@crookedtreefarm.com
Tastes From the Past, the first in the series, contains over 65 original 18th century recipes! This little book also has brief explanations of 18th century dining customs, measurement conversions, and interesting notes about foodstuffs and preparation methods used all those many years ago! The recipes are arranged in menu suggestions, and a detailed index helps the modern cook find favorite dishes. $10.00 plus shipping.
More Tastes From the Past contains 14 dinner "Bills of Fare" or menus complete with recipes for you to try! This little book also contains historical information on various cooking methods, the history of Macaroni, and other little tidbits! Measurement conversions, ingredient substitutions, serving sizes, and details of how the table was set are also include! $10.00 plus shipping.
Setting a Simple Table is for those who want to taste the meals of the "common man". Recipes for one-pot or simple meals, instructions on how to cook "the way they did back then", and even recipes for drinks like hot chocolate are included! Lots of historical notes, and other fun information! $10.00 plus shipping.
Christmas Thru the Centuries is a sweet little book with lots of information about Christmas throughout the ages. "Bills of Fare" or menus from the middle ages to the 20th century are included for fun, and a Victorian Christmas Feast, complete with recipes, is given so you can have an "old-fashioned Christmas" of your own! $10.00 plus shipping.