1918 The War Cook Book for American Women WW1 World War 1 U.S. Food Admin

Description: 1918 The War Cook Book for American Women WW1 World War 1 U.S. Food Admin___________________________________ The War Cook Book for American WomenPublished by the US Food Administration (1918) Condition:Good Condition Softcover Book! The binding is tight and all 32 pages are present with NO WRITING, UNDERLINING, HIGH-LIGHTING, but there is heavy wear from the last 100+ years. The covers also look very worn, as can be seen in my photos. You will be happy with this one! Always handled and packaged with care! Buy with confidence from a seller who takes the time to show you the details and not use just stock photos. Please check out all my pictures and email with any questions! Thanks for looking! About the Book:This book was created during World War I to encourage American households to support the war effort by practicing food conservation and adopting more economical cooking methods. This book served as a guide for women on the home front to manage resources wisely, reduce waste, and substitute scarce ingredients to ensure there was enough food for both the troops and allies abroad. Filled with practical recipes and tips, it provided creative solutions for cooking without essential staples like wheat, sugar, fats, and meat. The book reflected the patriotic spirit of the era, urging readers to make small sacrifices in their daily lives for the greater good. Its recipes often featured substitutions using corn, oats, or barley for flour, and innovative methods to extend the use of fats and sweeteners. Beyond being a cookbook, it also served as a tool for education and empowerment, aligning domestic efforts with national goals. 'The War Cook Book for American Women' offers a fascinating historical lens into how culinary practices were adapted during a time of global conflict and highlights the resilience and ingenuity of American women during World War I. Copyright © 2018-2024 TDM Inc. The photos and text in this listing are copyrighted. I spend lots of time writing up my descriptions and despise it when un-original losers cut and paste my descriptions in as their own. It is against ebay policy and if you are caught, you will be reported to ebay and could be sued for copyright infringement and damages.

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