[Sca-cooks] Jell-o molds and other 1950's foods

[johnna holloway]

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