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The Sensible Cook: Dutch Foodways In The Old And New World (New York State Series)
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The Most Favored Dutch Cookbook Of The Seventeenth Century, The Sensible Cook (De Verstandige Kock) Had A Major Impact On The Foodways Of The Dutch In The Netherlands And In Their New World Territories. As A Part Of The Larger Work, The Pleasurable Country Life, The Sensible Cook Records The Foodways Of Rich Middleclass Households, The Cooking Methods And Typical Dishes They Prepared, And The Implements And Ingredients They Employed. Often The Recipes Are Surprisingly Sophisticated. From Braising A Chicken With Orange Peel And Cinnamon To Stuffing Pigeons With A Mixture Of Parsley, Ginger, Sugar, Butter, And Raisins, Many Of The Dishes Are Still Appealing Today. Peter G. Rose Has, In Fact, Adapted Some Two Dozen Of The Recipes For Contemporary Usetempting Dishes Such As Shoemakers Cake, A Delicious Combination Of Bread Crumbs, Butter, Eggs, And Stewed Apples. Handsomely Illustrated With Dutch Genre Paintings, The Sensible Cook Will Interest Cooks, Food Historians, Students Of Social And Cultural History, And The Large Number Of Dutch Descendants In America. Most Important, This Book Will Be Welcomed By All Who Enjoy Good Food.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Sensible Cook'? A: 'The Sensible Cook: Dutch Foodways in the Old and New World' primarily focuses on the culinary traditions of the Dutch in the seventeenth century, detailing their cooking methods, typical dishes, and the ingredients they used.
- Q: Who is the author of this cookbook? A: The author of 'The Sensible Cook' is Peter G. Rose, who has adapted traditional recipes for contemporary use.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Sensible Cook' have? A: 'The Sensible Cook' contains a total of 168 pages, providing a comprehensive look into Dutch foodways.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Sensible Cook' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What kind of recipes can I expect to find in this book? A: The book includes a variety of recipes, many of which are sophisticated, such as braised chicken with orange peel and cinnamon, and 'Shoemaker’s Cake', a dessert made with bread crumbs, butter, and stewed apples.
- Q: Is 'The Sensible Cook' suitable for modern cooks? A: Yes, 'The Sensible Cook' is suitable for modern cooks as many recipes have been adapted for contemporary use by the author.
- Q: What historical significance does this cookbook hold? A: 'The Sensible Cook' is historically significant as it reflects the foodways of rich middle-class Dutch households in the seventeenth century, influencing both Dutch cuisine and its adaptations in the New World.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in 'The Sensible Cook'? A: Yes, 'The Sensible Cook' is handsomely illustrated with Dutch genre paintings, enhancing the visual appeal of the book.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'The Sensible Cook' is published as a First Edition, providing an authentic representation of the original work.
- Q: When was 'The Sensible Cook' published? A: 'The Sensible Cook' was published on September 1, 1998, making it a valuable resource for those interested in historical cooking methods.