The accomplisht cook : or, The art & mystery of cookery

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

May, Robert, 1588-

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

The accomplisht cook or, The art and mystery of cookery

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Accomplisht Cook" by Robert May is a comprehensive cookbook written in the late 17th century. This work serves as a detailed guide to the art and technique of cookery, compiling a wealth of recipes and instructions for preparing various meats, fish, and pastries. It offers insights into the culinary practices of the time, reflecting the standards of hospitality and gourmet cooking in the aristocratic households of England. At the start of "The Accomplisht Cook," the author introduces the book's intent to reveal the art and mystery of cookery through an easy and effective method. May emphasizes his extensive experience gained through years of service in noble households and acknowledges the influence of various European culinary traditions, such as French and Italian. The text outlines the contents, including sections dedicated to different types of meat, sauces, and seasonal dishes, setting the stage for the elaborate recipes that follow. Additionally, May highlights the importance of both extravagance in presentation and accessibility for various social classes, aiming to provide not just lavish but also practical cooking techniques to his readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Louise Hope, David Starner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Accomplisht_Cook

Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2007-09-28