The Cook Book by “Oscar” of the Waldorf

Three thousand recipes from the maitre d'hotel of the Waldorf — the hotel kitchen that taught Gilded Age America how to dine, from beef tea to watermelon with champagne.

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Cream of Lima Beans

Put a lump of butter in a saucepan with half a pint of mirepoix, a little flour and the Lima beans, seasoned with salt. Moisten them with some white broth, and cook for thirty minutes. Strain them through a sieve, and serve with some cream and small croutons souffles.

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