Watkins Salad Book

Allen, Elaine

Location Not Specified, 1946

By J.R. Watkins Company
$15.00 USD
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Details

Hard Covers, spiral bound, 264 pages-pagination ends at 250, 6.5x8.25 in [16.5x21 cm]. Colour photographs.

Condition

Covers show minimal surface wear, both pastedowns and margins age tanned, previous owner's stamp on title page.

Notes

The book features a wide range of recipes, including vegetable salads, fruit salads, molded gelatin salads, and hearty main-dish salads popular in mid-20th-century American cooking. Many recipes incorporate Watkins products such as spices, extracts, and flavourings, reflecting the company’s direct-sales marketing style.

Beyond recipes, the book offers practical tips on salad preparation, presentation, and homemade dressings, capturing the post-World War II era’s emphasis on convenience, nutrition, and attractive table settings.
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