The Cooking Manual of Practical Directions for Economical Every-Day Cookery  (Paperback, Juliet Corson)

The manual offers a wide array of recipes, ranging from soups and stews to meat and dessert dishes. Each recipe is designed with budget-conscious families in mind, often suggesting ways to make the most of leftovers, utilize inexpensive cuts of meat, and incorporate seasonal ingredients. Corson also emphasizes the importance of meal planning, food preservation, and the value of cooking from scratch. Her approach is both practical and instructional, encouraging cooks to focus on simplicity and efficiency. In addition to the recipes, The Cooking Manual includes tips on kitchen management, providing readers with guidance on organizing their workspaces, keeping track of pantry staples, and reducing food waste. Juliet Corson’s work is notable for blending domestic science with practicality, offering women the tools and knowledge to create a well-run household while maintaining a focus on health, nutrition, and economy. It reflects the growing interest in domestic education and the professionalization of homemaking during the late 19th century.