Mrs. Allen on Cooking, Menus, Service

Date1929
Era1920-1930
Mrs. Allen on Cooking, Menus, Service
Millions of American women listened to popular cookbook author Ida Bailey Allen on the radio, or read her articles in magazines and newspapers. A “food celebrity,” Allen received thousands of letters from women asking for her advice on food preparation.

Recipes in this cookbook

Date1929
Era1920-1930
  • Eggs Benedict

    Eggs Benedict

  • Fish Cakes

    Fish Cakes

  • Macaroni with Vegetable Sauce

    Macaroni with Vegetable Sauce

  • Oatmeal Scones

    Oatmeal Scones

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