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The classic American cookbook that has been revised for generations
1931Steady paceWarm
What it is about
Irma Rombauer first printed the book herself in 1931, and her daughter and grandson later expanded it. It covers basic techniques, ingredients and thousands of recipes. Many American households keep a copy as a standard reference.
Who will enjoy it
Anyone building a cooking library.
What you will get
The most recent editions are heavily revised.
Joy of Cooking Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Reference · Home cooking · Classic
Length
849 pages · ≈ 24 h
More about this book
Characters
Irma Rombauer, Marion Rombauer Becker and Ethan Becker.
Setting
American kitchens.
What makes it different
A kitchen reference that has lasted ninety years.
Feel
Clear, friendly and complete.
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