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Palates of Privilege: How Peach Cobbler Became a Status Symbol Dessert

downtonabbeycooks · September 4, 2023 ·

While sweetened juicy peaches tucked under a blanket of tender biscuit is a treat easily enjoyed today, peach cobbler was once a dessert deemed a luxury, its flavors and costly ingredients far out of reach for all but the most privileged classes in the 19th century. There are … [Read more...] about Palates of Privilege: How Peach Cobbler Became a Status Symbol Dessert

Filed Under: Dessert, Gilded Age, July 4, Labor Day Tagged With: cobbler, peach cobbler, Peaches, The Gilded Age

The Timeless Appeal of Deviled Eggs

downtonabbeycooks · June 29, 2023 ·

Deviled eggs, the classic crowd-pleasing appetizer, never fail to satisfy taste buds with their creamy and tangy goodness. This timeless dish starts with perfectly hard-boiled eggs, then halved, and their yolks expertly mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, and a hint of paprika for a … [Read more...] about The Timeless Appeal of Deviled Eggs

Filed Under: Easter, Garden Party, July 4, Kentucky Derby, Keto, Labor Day, Luncheon, Picnic, Side Dish Tagged With: deviled eggs

Learn to Make Crispy Southern Fried Chicken

downtonabbeycooks · June 28, 2023 ·

Get ready to discover the secrets of achieving perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken with tender, juicy meat. Learn the tricks for achieving that coveted crispy coating of the classic buttermilk-soaked variation. Once you learn to make the ultimate American comfort food … [Read more...] about Learn to Make Crispy Southern Fried Chicken

Filed Under: Fathers Day, July 4, Kentucky Derby, Labor Day, Main Course, Picnic Tagged With: fried chicken

The Palmer House Brownie

downtonabbeycooks · January 29, 2022 ·

The Palmer House Hotel opened in Chicago in 1871.  Their kitchens created a delicious chocolate treat for the 1893 World Fair and came to be known as a brownie. Food historians agree that brownies are an American creation, and credit Fannie Farmer for the first published … [Read more...] about The Palmer House Brownie

Filed Under: Afternoon Tea, Celebration, Dessert, Gilded Age, Labor Day, Sweets Tagged With: history of the brownie, The Palmer House Brownie

Antoine’s Famous Oysters Rockefeller

downtonabbeycooks · December 23, 2021 ·

Established in 1840, Antoine’s is considered America’s oldest family-run restaurant and the original Oyster Rockefeller recipe is said to be one of the most sought-after recipes in the world.  Even the ex-employees of this restaurant will not talk about how Antoine’s Oysters … [Read more...] about Antoine’s Famous Oysters Rockefeller

Filed Under: Appetizer, Celebration, Cocktails, Gilded Age, Labor Day, New Years Dinner, Valentines Day Tagged With: oysters rockefeller

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