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American Oven

This oven is neither so generally known nor so highly appreciated as it deserves to be. In hot weather, when a large fire which would heat an oven or roast a joint is most objectionable, this little article, when once its management is understood, may be used to cook meat and puddings, or even pastry, and will be found to do its work perfectly. It is particularly adapted for those preparations which require to be cooked slowly. A little experience is all that is necessary in using it. The only directions which can be given are that the oven must not be placed close to the fire, but about a foot and a half distant from it; that the meat should be turned and basted frequently; and that it should be put down in good time, so that it can be cooked slowly. A very small, though clear fire, is all that is necessary. If these hints are attended to, no difficulty need be experienced in using this convenient and economical apparatus. Probable cost, 9s. to 12s.