The royal baker and pastry cook : A manual of practical cookery

The royal baker and pastry cook : A manual of practical cookery

By Royal Baking Powder Company
Michael Caine
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Length5h 24m

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In "The Royal Baker and Pastry Cook: A Manual of Practical Cookery," the Royal Baking Powder Company offers an invaluable resource that reflects the culinary conventions of the early 20th century. This comprehensive manual encompasses a wide range of baking recipes, encompassing pastries, breads, and cakes, presented with concise instructions and an emphasis on the science of leavening. The book's literary style is straightforward, aimed at both seasoned bakers and novices, while embedding the zeitgeist of the period that favored home baking as an art form in the face of industrialization. The inclusion of Royal Baking Powder recipes specifically highlights prevailing trends in ingredient innovation, positioning the manual within the broader context of culinary literature during this era. The Royal Baking Powder Company, a key player in the American baking industry, emerged out of the 19th-century emphasis on domesticity and the shift towards accessible, scientifically-backed baking solutions. By championing baking powder as a staple ingredient, the company not only transformed baking practices but also sought to empower homemakers with skills and confidence in the kitchen. This manual serves both as a marketing tool and a genuine contribution to culinary education, reflecting the company's mission to elevate baking to a cherished household tradition. As both a historical document and a practical guide, "The Royal Baker and Pastry Cook" is a must-have for anyone interested in the art of baking. Whether you are an adventurous home cook or a culinary historian, this manual will enrich your exploration of traditional baking techniques while offering a glimpse into the baking culture of its time.

Audiobook details

GenreOther
Length5 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1THE ROYAL BAKER AND PASTRY COOK
23Other Desserts
2ALPHABETICAL INDEX TO RECEIPTS
24Frozen Desserts
3GENERAL DIRECTIONS
25Canning and Preserving
4Bread and Rolls
26Soups
5Hot Biscuits, Cakes, and Muffins
27Fish
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6Fritters and Waffles
28Shell Fish
7Griddle Cakes, Etc.
29Broiling
8Flour
30Frying
9Royal Baking Powder
31Boiling and Stewing
10To Mix Cakes Containing Butter
32Roasting
11To Mix Cakes Containing No Butter
33Stuffings
12To Bake Cakes
34Poultry
13Weights and Measures
35Meat and Fish Sauces
14Cookies and Small Cakes
36Salads and Cheese
15Fillings and Icings for Cake
37Eggs
16Plain Cakes
38Vegetables
17Fruit Short Cakes
39Pickles, Etc.
18Doughnuts and Crullers
40Beverages
19Dumplings
41Cookery for the Sick
20Puddings
42Candies
21Sauces for Puddings, Etc.
43ROYAL A STRICTLY PURE, CREAM OF TARTAR BAKING POWDER
22Pies
44THE OFFICIAL TESTS SHOW ROYAL BAKING POWDER SUPERIOR TO ALL OTHERS
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