The Auxiliary cook book

"The Auxiliary Cook Book" by the Auxiliary Society of the Hebrew Sheltering Guardian Society is a treasury of early 1900s recipes and domestic wisdom that demonstrates a community's commitment to helping children at the New York Orphan Asylum. Representing a compilation of cherished culinary practices, the book includes an array of dishes, ranging from everyday meals to holiday specialties, all carefully selected and shared by the society's members to support their cause. The cookbook begins with an earnest appeal that highlights the society’s mission to nurture children with care and wholesome food, creating a welcoming and compassionate ambiance. Then, the detailed soup recipes show exactly how members worked together to offer a practical guideline featuring time-tested recipes applicable in every family. The contributors' names accompany each recipe as detailed cooking steps come to life, showing the powerful collaborative spirit behind this cookbook. It gives people a chance to explore its recipes and connects them to its heartwarming history.