California Mexican-Spanish Cook Book: Selected Mexican and Spanish Recipes

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Haffner-Ginger, Bertha, 1868-

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"California Mexican-Spanish Cook Book: Selected Mexican and Spanish Recipes" by Bertha Haffner-Ginger is a collection of culinary instructions written in the early 20th century. This cookbook focuses on the preparation of various Mexican and Spanish dishes, showcasing the fusion of these two rich culinary traditions primarily found in California. It aims to introduce readers to authentic recipes that reflect both the indigenous and colonial influences present in the region's cooking. The book contains a diverse array of recipes categorized by type, including salads, soups, main courses, and desserts. Haffner-Ginger shares her firsthand experiences learning from native culinary experts, enhancing the authenticity of each dish. Recipes range from staple items like tortillas and enchiladas to elaborate main courses and festive desserts. With detailed instructions and an emphasis on meal variety, the cookbook not only serves as a practical guide for home cooks but also as a celebration of the vibrant cultural heritage expressed through food. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Starner, S.D., and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2012-04-30