Antique 1916 Gold Medal Flour Cook Book Washburn-Crosby Co. Very Good Condition

Antique 1916 Gold Medal Flour Cook Book published by Washburn-Crosby Co. of Minneapolis, Minnesota.   This softcover culinary guide features a comprehensive collection of early 20th-century recipes ranging from soups and meats to pastries and puddings.   The interior includes detailed tables of measures, proportions, and specific timing charts for vegetables, broiling, meats, and baking.   Notable for its historical advertising and period-specific cooking instructions, the book contains a special section on white bread and various regional American dishes.   The cover displays an ornate border design with a central illustration, while the endpapers feature a repeating Gold Medal Flour logo pattern.   A fascinating piece of Americana for cookbook collectors and culinary historians alike.  Amazing condition for its antique age.