
[Transcriber's Notes: 'Seive' and "sieve' seem to be used interchangeably by the author, they have left them as they were found on page. Hyphenation, spelling and punctuation have also been left as they are on the page. The one entry for 'W' in the index appears where it is on the page, between the 'T' and the 'V.']
TWENTY-FIVE CENT DINNERS - FOR - FAMILIES OF SIX. - BY - JULIET CORSON,
PREFACE.
DAILY BILLS OF FARE FOR ONE WEEK.
CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
A practical guide for households on a modest budget, this book shows how a family of six can enjoy wholesome, tasty meals for just twenty‑five cents a night. Written by an experienced cooking school superintendent, it blends clear instructions with sensible advice on choosing fresh, affordable ingredients, turning humble staples into satisfying dishes that keep everyone healthy and content.
Beyond the main courses, the expanded edition adds a helpful chapter on simple fruit preparations, offering alternatives to costly preserves and encouraging the use of seasonal produce. Readers will find straightforward tips for maximizing nutrition, avoiding waste, and keeping meals varied without breaking the bank, all presented in a warm, encouraging voice that feels like a trusted neighbor sharing kitchen wisdom.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (172K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2009-03-27
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1842–1897
A pioneering food educator, she helped turn cooking into practical knowledge for ordinary households and working women. Her books and newspaper writing focused on clear instruction, economy, and nutritious meals people could actually make.
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