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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Essence of Vanilla

Cut three vanilla beans into very small shreds, put them into a bottle with one pint of brandy, and cork the bottle. Shake the vanilla occasionally and in the course of three months' time it will be ready for use.

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