Chocolate and Cocoa Recipes and Home Made Candy Recipes by Parloa and Hill

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Author Parloa, Maria, 1843-1909
Author Hill, Janet McKenzie, 1852-1933
Title Chocolate and Cocoa Recipes and Home Made Candy Recipes
Note Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Chocolate and Cocoa Recipes and Home Made Candy Recipes" by Parloa and Hill is a culinary guide focused on chocolate and candy-making, likely written in the early 20th century. The book offers a rich assortment of recipes and insights into the historical significance of cocoa and chocolate, providing readers with practical methods to create delicious homemade treats. The opening of the book lays a foundation by discussing the origins and benefits of cocoa, tracing its history back to the Aztecs and its journey to European culture. It highlights the medicinal virtues of chocolate, supported by quotes from notable figures in dietetics, emphasizing its nourishing qualities. The section serves to educate readers on why chocolate became a beloved staple, making the transition to the recipes that follow, which include delightful concoctions such as Chocolate Layer Cake and various types of homemade candies. Overall, the beginning effectively combines historical context with culinary instruction, setting the stage for an enriching exploration of sweet creations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TX: Technology: Home economics
Subject Confectionery
Subject Cooking (Chocolate)
Subject Cocoa
Subject Chocolate
Category Text
EBook-No. 13177
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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