Very nice book with light wear. 1948 copyright, 1988 print edition. Additional Details ------------------------------ Product description: For three generations, "Treasured Polish Recipes for Americans" has been a favorite of cooks and diners who savor and appreciate authentic Polish cuisine." Treasured Polish Recipes for Americans" preserves the integrity and unique qualities of delicious Polish cooking while making it accessible to anyone, even those with no experience preparing Eastern European food.Craving traditional Polish "Kie basa" or "Kapusta wie a na Kwa no" (sweet sour cabbage), or how about "Kapusta Czarwona" (red cabbage), " ledzie Marynowane" (pickled herring), "Czarnina" (duck soup) with "Kluski," or nearly a dozen varieties of "Pierogi" and" P czki" (fried donuts with filling)? "Treasured Polish Recipes for Americans" includes these recipes and many many more. With almost 500 recipes, every meal and practically every dish is covered, including a multi-course Christmas dinner.More than just a collection of recipes, "Treasured Polish Recipes for Americans" takes the reader on a tour of Polish culinary customs, dishes, and traditions. It also gives advice on foundational cooking techniques, ingredients, and sauces enabling you to master and improvise your own Polish-style dishes.Accented with Polish folk art, this timeless cookbook offers a charming and satisfying experience for both your stomach and spirit.