To Be "Talked About" Use Cookie 'n' Cracker Cookin'

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To Be "Talked About" Use Cookie 'n' Cracker Cookin'

by Jeanette Hindman Elliott, Alfred Festen

EN·~55 minutes·12 chapters

Chapters

12 total
1

Preface

1:28
2

Tempting Appetizers

4:21
3

Savory Soups

6:18
4

Intriguing Entrees

8:49
5

Vegetables Tricks

6:44
6

Salads and Dressings

6:43
7

Pies A Plenty

6:53
8

Gourmet Cakes

5:33
9

Delicious Desserts

5:23
10

Fun Foods - SPICE COOKIES (Yield: 2 Dozen 2″ Squares)

1:38

Description

Step into a kitchen where simplicity meets sophistication, and discover a collection of bite‑size masterpieces built around the humble cracker. This guide shows how everyday pantry staples—Town House, Club, and Saltine crackers—can be transformed into elegant appetizers that impress without demanding expert technique. From a silky Long Island clam spread to a zesty guacamole dunk, each recipe balances bold flavors with just the right amount of spice, herbs, and garnish, making them perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions.

Beyond the appetizers, the book offers creative twists like a rich cheese‑and‑anchovy rarebit and a striking mystery cheese ball rolled in nuts, all designed to be assembled quickly and served with confidence. Clear, step‑by‑step instructions let anyone—from novice cooks to seasoned hosts—create dishes that look as good as they taste, ensuring you become the “talked about” hostess in any social setting.

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Language

en

Duration

~55 minutes (53K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2021-03-04

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

JH

Jeanette Hindman Elliott

A little-known cookbook contributor whose surviving work offers a cheerful snapshot of mid-century promotional cooking. Co-credited on a compact recipe collection built around crackers and cookies, the book captures an era when branded pantry staples inspired everyday home baking.

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AF

Alfred Festen

Known for a practical, old-school approach to party food, this mid-20th-century cookbook writer is remembered for a small but distinctive contribution to American home cooking. His best-known work centers on creative recipes built around crackers and cookies, reflecting a playful, budget-friendly style.

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