"The Forme of Cury: A Roll of Ancient English Cookery Compiled, about A.D. 1390" by Samuel Pegge is an old English cookbook from the time of King Richard II, giving us a peek into how people cooked and ate in the 1300s. It's more than just recipes; it's a look at medieval food culture, showing the kinds of dishes that were popular with the rich and powerful. The book starts by explaining how important cooking was back then, even connecting it to staying healthy, implying cooperation between chefs and doctors, and then jumps into a big list of recipes with meats, veggies, seafood, and seasonings. Inside the recipes offer a wide variety showing how cooking was at home and for fancy royal parties was alike, inviting readers of today to a tasty trip back in time.
The Forme of Cury: A Roll of Ancient English Cookery Compiled, about A.D. 1390
By Samuel Pegge
Step back to medieval England and discover the decadent tastes of kings as royal chefs unveil a menu filled with both everyday meals and extraordinary feasts.
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About the AuthorSamuel Pegge "the Elder" was an English antiquary and clergyman.
Samuel Pegge "the Elder" was an English antiquary and clergyman.
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