Paper-bag Cookery by Countess Vera Serkoff

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Author Serkoff, Vera, Countess
LoC No. 85666828
Title Paper-bag Cookery
Note Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Paper-bag Cookery" by Countess Vera Serkoff is a culinary guide written in the early 20th century. This cookbook introduces a unique method of cooking whereby food is enclosed in paper bags and cooked in a hot oven, enhancing flavors while retaining nutritional value. With nearly two hundred recipes presented, the book is likely aimed at home cooks looking for practical and efficient cooking techniques. The opening of "Paper-bag Cookery" sets the stage for its innovative approach to cooking, emphasizing the historical roots and advantages of using paper bags. Countess Serkoff begins by explaining the fundamental concept of paper-bag cookery as a method that not only improves the flavor and tenderness of food but also simplifies the cooking process by reducing the need for pots and pans. She outlines the key advantages, such as preserving juices, saving time, and eliminating unpleasant cooking odors, thereby inviting readers to consider this method as a permanent solution to food preparation in their homes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TX: Technology: Home economics
Subject Paper bag cooking
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