The Twentieth Century Home Cook Book

Practical recipes and household wisdom from 1906 — when the icebox was high technology and dinner had nine courses.

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Milk, Porridge Or Rice Boilers

and cook the thin part, with constant stirring, until it has simmered from five to eight minutes. Season and flavor to taste.

Rice Water with Raisins. Take six ounces of rice, two ounces of raisins, and two quarts of water. Simmer for half an hour. Strain and add to the liquid two tablespoonfuls of good brandy. This is good for dysentery and diarrhœa.

Apple and Other Fruit Waters. -Slice unpared apples, pears, etc., and cook with water, until the fruit is quite tender. Strain through clean muslin. To be taken cold.

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