A little cook book for a little girl

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A little cook book for a little girl

by Caroline French Benton

EN·~2 hours·1 chapter

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This eBook was prepared by Stewart A. Levin.

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Description

Margaret’s yearning to stir a pot and bake a loaf leads her to a kitchen full of giggles, flour‑spattered aprons, and a tiny table just her size. When her family sees her frustration with adult cookbooks, they craft a special little cookbook just for her, complete with simple tools and encouraging words. The opening of the book captures that sweet moment of anticipation as she dons a gingham apron and prepares to learn.

From there, the guide offers clear, step‑by‑step instructions for everyday breakfast favorites—cereals, corn‑meal mush, and other gentle recipes—presented in language a child can follow. Each method emphasizes safety, patience, and the joy of measuring and mixing, turning kitchen basics into an adventure. Listeners will hear a charming blend of story and practical cooking advice that inspires confidence in young aspiring chefs.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (145K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-08-12

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Caroline French Benton

d. 1923

Best known for practical, friendly books on cooking, housekeeping, and everyday home life, this prolific writer published under a pen name and reached readers looking for useful guidance they could actually use.

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