The Bicentennial Beef Cookbook (The 100 Greatest Beef Dishes of America’s First 200 Years) [Paperback] Reba Staggs –

Description

1975 edition. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This delightful culinary time capsule offers a unique glimpse into the diverse and evolving foodways of early America. Published in 1975 to commemorate the nation’s bicentennial, “The Bicentennial Beef Cookbook” curates 100 iconic beef dishes spanning the colonial era to the mid-20th century. Author Reba Staggs, a noted food historian and writer, meticulously researched and compiled recipes that reflect the rich tapestry of cultural influences that have shaped American cuisine over two centuries. From hearty frontier fare to refined continental dishes, each recipe tells a story of adaptation, innovation, and the enduring role of beef in the American diet. This well-loved copy bears the gentle patina of use, with its softened spine and lightly worn cover hinting at countless hours spent poring over its pages in pursuit of culinary inspiration and historical insight. A treasured addition to any collection celebrating the evolution of American foodways.