The Chemistry of Cookery by W. Mattieu Williams
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| Author | Williams, W. Mattieu (William Mattieu), 1820-1892 |
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| Title | The Chemistry of Cookery |
| Contents | Introductory -- The boiling of water -- Albumen -- Gelatin, fibrin, and the juices of meat -- Roasting and grilling -- Count Rumford's roaster -- Frying -- Stewing -- Cheese -- Fat: milk -- The cookery of vegetables -- Gluten: bread -- Vegetable casein and vegetable juices -- Count Rumford's cookery and cheap dinners -- Count Rumford's substitute for tea and coffee -- The cookery of wine -- The vegetarian question -- Malted food -- The physiology of nutrition. |
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| Summary | "The Chemistry of Cookery" by W. Mattieu Williams is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work explores the intricate relationship between chemistry and culinary practices, aiming to provide readers with a scientific understanding of cooking processes and food preparation. It highlights the importance of knowledge in transforming the kitchen into a space of innovation rather than mere tradition-based cooking. The opening of the book establishes the author’s intent to address the lack of scientific exploration in the field of cookery. Williams discusses the basic principles of various cooking methods, beginning with boiling water, and emphasizes how everyday culinary processes can be understood through chemistry. He explains the transformations that occur during cooking, as well as the practical implications these have for flavor and nutrition, inviting the reader to reconsider conventional techniques in cooking. The author promises that with a better grasp of the underlying science, cooks can enhance both efficiency and flavor in their culinary endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TX: Technology: Home economics |
| Subject | Cooking |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53458 |
| Release Date | Nov 6, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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