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Early American Christmas Cookie

The recipe today is called a Christmas cookie. It’s from Amelia Simmons’ 1796 cookbook, American Cookery. 3 ½ cups Flour 1 cup Sugar 3 tablespoons Powdered Coriander 10 ounces of Butter 1 ¼ cups Sour Milk (If you don’t have … Continue reading

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Bread Stuffing

This is a delicious and simple bread stuffing from Amelia Simmons’ 1796 cookbook, American Cookery. Amelia Simmons suggested stuffing the bird before you roast it, but for safety purposes, you should cook this stuffing separately. 1 pound Wheat Breadcrumb 3 Eggs well beaten … Continue reading

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