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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Salpicon of Shrimps

Put one pint of bechamel sauce into a saucepan with four mushrooms, one truffle and the meat from a dozen or more large shrimps, all chopped up fine. Thicken well, and let it cook for five minutes; then serve.

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