A New System of Domestic Cookery

A New System of Domestic Cookery

Title page of the 1813 edition

A New System of Domestic Cookery is a cookbook written by Maria Eliza Rundell, first published in 1806. It became one of the most popular cookbooks of the 19th century, widely used in England and America.

Overview

A New System of Domestic Cookery was designed to be a comprehensive guide for the housewife, providing recipes and advice on household management. The book covers a wide range of topics, including cooking, baking, preserving, and household management.

Content

The book is notable for its practical approach to cooking and household management. It includes recipes for everyday meals as well as more elaborate dishes for special occasions. The recipes are written in a straightforward manner, making them accessible to the average reader.

Recipes

The cookbook contains a variety of recipes, including those for soups, meats, fish, vegetables, and desserts. Some notable recipes include:

• Gravy to make Mutton eat like Venison
• Venison Beef

Recipe for "Gravy to make Mutton eat like Venison"

Household Management

In addition to recipes, the book offers advice on household management, including tips on cleaning, budgeting, and meal planning.

Impact

A New System of Domestic Cookery was highly influential in its time, shaping the way people cooked and managed their households. It was reprinted numerous times and adapted for American audiences.

Gallery

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  Frontispiece of the book
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  Illustration of "Venison Beef"

Related pages

• Maria Eliza Rundell
• Cookbook
• 19th-century cookbooks