Harriet C. Merrick Cookbook, 1842. Digital
FOUND IN:
Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute
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Collection:
Cookbook of Harriet C. Merrick, 1842
Scope and Contents
The cookbook offers an important glimpse into New England foodways and contains some practical advice related to the upkeep of the home. Most of the recipes are desserts, including currant pudding, jumbles and gingerbread, which may have been family favorites. Other desserts were created to mark special events, such as election cake. Most of the recipes are legibly handwritten in ink. There are a few, written in pencil, that may be difficult to read. Also included are notes and recipes,...