
Vintage cookbook titled 'Good Things to Eat' by Martha Lee Anderson
History
This cookbook was published in 1938 during the Great Depression era, likely as a promotional item for Arm & Hammer Baking Soda. It features economical recipes and cooking tips that helped families make the most of limited ingredients during financially challenging times. Depression-era cookbooks like this one are highly valued by culinary historians, cookbook collectors, and those interested in American domestic history. They provide insight into how families adapted their cooking practices during economic hardship, making them important cultural artifacts that document everyday life during a significant period in American history.
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Origin
United States
Maker
Martha Lee Anderson
Time period
1938