[Sca-cooks] Jell-o molds and other 1950's foods
johnna holloway
johnna at sitka.engin.umich.edu
Tue Aug 14 19:03:01 PDT 2001
Since we have been discussing jell-o molds and other various
potluck foods, I thought you all might appreciate that there
is a new book coming out on the subject.
"Gallery of Regrettable Food by James Lileks.
Anyone who ever sampled a thirst-quenching bacon milkshake
or fondly recalls those days when meat loaf arrived at the
dinner table molded into the shapes of farm animals will
cherish this hilarious and gut-wrenching book. Kitchen cutup
James Lileks has mined scores of Eisenhower-era cookbooks
to retrieve pictures and recipes best left forgotten.
Savoring these delightfully revolting images, one relives
long-ago meals of marshmallow-and-meat concoctions and
pimiento-topped cornbread.
No, The Gallery of Regrettable Food is a public service.
Learn to identify these dishes. Learn to regard shivering
liver molds with suspicion. Learn why curries are a Communist
plot to undermine decent, honest American spices. Learn to
heed the advice of stern, fictional nutritionists. If you see
any of these dishes, please alert the authorities.
You too will look at these products of post-war cuisine
and ask: "WHAT WERE THEY THINKING?" It's an affectionate look
at the days when starch ruled, pepper was a dangerous spice,
and Stuffed Meat with Meat Sauce was considered health food."
Bon appetit!"
It's coming September 11, 2001. Place your orders now!!!!
Johnna Holloway
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