Good Things to Eat, as Suggested by Rufus A Collection of Practical Recipes for Preparing Meats, Game, Fowl, Fish, Puddings, Pastries, Etc.

"Good Things to Eat, as Suggested by Rufus" by Rufus Estes is a recipe collection from the early 1900s that teaches how to cook different foods such as meats, fish, and desserts. The author's journey from slavery to a famous chef shapes this cookbook, combining personal stories with practical cooking tips. The book starts with the author's background, who talks about being a former slave and how they learned to cook working for railroads, as well as how practicality and good service are important to making great food, inviting readers to not just learn recipes but connect with a life story about passion for cooking.