What Mrs. Fisher Knows About Southern Cooking

Abby Fisher's dedication to preserving and sharing Southern culinary traditions has solidified her legacy as an influential figure cuisine was honed through years of experience and a deep understanding of traditional cooking methods and ingredients. Her journey from slavery to culinary prominence is a testament to her resilience and talent. Her cookbook not only contains a wealth of authentic Southern recipes but also serves as a reflection of her remarkable personal and professional journey. Her firsthand knowledge of Southern culinary traditions, often rooted in the cooking techniques passed down through generations, provided the foundation for her cookbook.

“This is a wonderful collection of one-hundred and sixty authentic and tasty recipes of the Old South. Originally published in 1881, it was the first African-American cookbook. Prior to Applewood's edition, it had been reprinted only once in a limited edition of one hundred copies.”

96 Pages

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Imprint: Applewood Books

Series: Applewood Books

Publication Date: 1st March 1995

ISBN: 9781557094032

Format: Paperback