June 12

06-12
Baked Mackerel
O’Brion Potatoes
Dinner Rolls
String Bean Salad
Cheese Wafers
*Devonshire Pie

In 1914 June 12 was a Friday. Continuing our long streak, we’ve got fish today.

I’m going to count the Devonshire Pie as our fifth strawberry dessert, as it’s topped with the berries.

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June 5

06-05
Broiled Mackerel
Potatoes à la Maître d’Hôtel 
Asparagus on Toast
Cheese Sandwiches
Lettuce and Radish Mayonnaise
*Lemon Cream Sherbet

In 1914 June 5 was a Friday. Look at that… fish!

I am guessing that Lettuce and Radish Mayonnaise is Lettuce and Radish Salad with Mayonnaise Dressing instead of French.

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June 3

06-03
Clam Bouillon
Broiled Fresh Salmon, Egg Garnish, Drawn Butter
Riced Potatoes
New Peas
Dressed Lettuce
Cheese Balls
*Strawberry Ice
Lemon Queens

In 1914 June 3 was a Wednesday.

We’ve got our second strawberry dessert of the month today and I made it!

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June 1

06-01
Chicken Soup
Imperial Sticks
Broiled Swordfish, Cucumber Sauce
New Potatoes
Sugared Beets
*Cottage Pudding, Strawberry Sauce

In 1914 June 1 was a Monday.

June is strawberry season and today we have our first strawberry dessert.

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May 29

05-29
Steamed Halibut, Egg Sauce
Delmonico Potatoes
Harvard Beets
Dressed Lettuce
Cheese Squares
*Lemon Pie

In 1914 May 29 was a Friday. And fish…

There’s no recipe for steaming fish, other than cook it over boiling water.

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May 22

05-22
*Cheese Canapés
Finnan Haddie, Caledonian Style
Turkish Pilaf
Lettuce, Mayonnaise
Strawberry Shortcake

In 1914 May 22 was a Friday.

Finnan Haddie is cold-smoked haddock. I can get it locally, so maybe I’ll try this recipe.

Fannie Farmer has recipes for Mayonnaise Dressing, but not just Mayonnaise, although Mayonnaise is mentioned in other recipes. I’m unclear if they are two different things or she just uses the two names interchangeably.

M2This project is supported by my Patrons on Patreon and donations from other enthusiasts of historic cookery. With your help I can acquire the unusual ingredients and equipment and do the research needed to continue my culinary adventures. Thank you so much!