The 60 minute chef: By Lillian Bueno McCue and Carol Truax McCue, Lillian Bueno

Description

Hardcover has some edge wear and slight fraying. No dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This vintage cookbook from the late 1960s offers a unique glimpse into the culinary trends and time-saving innovations that were capturing the imagination of American home cooks. Co-authored by mother-daughter duo Lillian Bueno McCue and Carol Truax McCue, “The 60 Minute Chef” promises to deliver delicious meals in under an hour – a concept that was revolutionary at a time when women were increasingly joining the workforce and seeking efficient ways to balance their domestic duties. Beyond its practical recipes, this book serves as a fascinating cultural artifact, reflecting the shifting gender roles and societal changes that were unfolding during this pivotal era. Collectors and culinary historians will appreciate the book’s vintage charm and its role in documenting the evolving attitudes towards convenience foods and time-saving techniques that would pave the way for the modern quick-service meal industry.