French Dishes for American Tables

"French Dishes for American Tables" by Pierre Caron is a cookbook created to make French cooking easier for American cooks in the late 1800s. The book's main goal is to provide clear and simple recipes, avoiding complicated language, so that anyone can try them, whether they are new to cooking or want affordable meal ideas. The author wants to help American cooks improve by providing recipes that are easy to understand and use common kitchen tools and ingredients efficiently. The book starts by teaching important cooking skills and basic recipes, beginning with clear directions for making different kinds of soups.