Recipes On Parade: Vegetables Including Fruit – 2000 World Wide Favorites of Military Officers’ Wives [Spiral-bound] Favorite Recipes Press

Description

Spiralbound paperback. Cover is scuffed, creased, and worn around the corners/edges. Pages are clean inside and discolored/worn around outside edges. Binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “Recipes On Parade: Vegetables Including Fruit” is a delightful time capsule from a bygone era. Published in the mid-20th century, this cookbook was a collaborative effort by military officers’ wives, reflecting the culinary traditions and resourcefulness of women on the home front. The spiral binding and sturdy construction were designed for practicality in the kitchen, withstanding the wear and tear of frequent use. Despite its age, the pages remain clean and readable, a testament to the care with which it was handled by its previous owners. Beyond the recipes themselves, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the domestic lives and culinary preferences of a generation shaped by world events. For collectors, it represents a charming piece of Americana, capturing the ingenuity and resilience of women during a pivotal period in history. For readers, it promises a treasure trove of vintage vegetable and fruit dishes, each recipe a window into the past, waiting to be rediscovered and savored anew.