Lost Recipes of the Post-Civil War South: Award-Winning Cook’s 1881 Cookbook (Free Download!)
I’ve discovered something absolutely incredible – the first-ever cookbook published by an African American woman in the West!
“What Mrs. Fisher Knows About Old Southern Cooking” from 1881 isn’t just a cookbook – it’s a piece of American history that almost disappeared forever.
Here’s what makes this cookbook extraordinary:
Mrs. Fisher was born into slavery, yet went on to win medals at the San Francisco Mechanics’ Institute Fair in 1880 for her pickles, sauces, and preserves.
Her recipes aren’t just authentic – they’re award-winning heritage dishes from a time when these secrets were rarely written down.
The recipes are pure gold (examples):
- Maryland Beat Biscuit (the real Southern method!)
- Old plantation remedy Blackberry Brandy (won a diploma at the 1879 State Fair!)
- Traditional Cream Apple Pie with fresh vanilla
- Authentic Southern preserves made in porcelain kettles
- Multiple gumbo variations including Oyster and Okra
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What I love most is how detailed her instructions are – from specifying porcelain kettles for preserves to exact timing for perfect results.
These aren’t just recipes; they’re windows into post-Civil War Southern cooking techniques that were nearly lost to time.
Whether you’re passionate about Southern cooking, African American culinary history, heritage recipes, or traditional preservation methods, this remarkable cookbook is a must-have for your collection.