1963; "First Edition" stated on copyright page; illustrated by Erik Blegvad; larger hardbound; very good condition decorative boards very nice; no dust jacket; original owners name inside front (nice cursive); many color and b/w illustrations; very nice.
 
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The founder of Pepperidge Farms offers hundreds of her favorite recipes for American traditional dishes.  
 
A rich volume that is simultaneously an autobiography and recipes for contemporary kitchens that include many from antique cookbooks, further enriched by the deft & witty pen of Erik Blevard, many of whose drawings are in color. Text in 5 parts: Part I, Childhood; II, Country Life; III, Pepperidge Farm; IV, Cooking from Antique Cookbooks; and, V, Ireland.