This book is a revelation to Americans who have never tasted real Cornish Pasties, Scotch Woodcock (a splendid version of scrambled eggs) or Brown Bread Ice Cream. From the sumptuous breakfasts that made England famous to the steamed puddings, trifles, meringues and syllabubs that are still renowned, no aspect of British cooking is overlooked. Soups, fish, meat and game, vegetables, sauces, high teas, scones, crumpets, hot cross buns, savories, preserves and sweets of all kinds are here in clear, precise recipes with ingredients and utensils translated into American terms.

Traditional Wheaten Bannocks and unusual Sair Heidies both can be found in A Little Book of Scottish Baking. For those unfamiliar with the rich baking traditions of Scotland, Wheaten Bannocks were once a daily staple of the national diet before white flour became widely available. Sair Heidies, or "Sore Heads," reflect the Scottish sense of humor. The straight-sided cakes are wrapped in paper "bandages" and have domed, crusted heads with lump sugar on top, representing "aspirin." Recipes for a wide variety of baked treats are included, ranging from the simple, nourishing scones and...

Picture on an imposing castle on the moor-the cavernous main hall, the fire roaring in the hearth, a bearded man reciting Burns, and the merry men home from the hunt enjoying a festive banquet. Now you, too, can savor the pleasures of just such a feast-and of simpler Scottish fare, as well-with this delightful cookbook, imported from Scotland,
as your guide. These recipes for more than 170 authentic and well-loved dishes-using America, metric, and imperial measurements-will make it easy for any cook to prepare traditional Scottish foods. The recipes have been modernized, but the...

"Each chapter opens with a well-researched introduction, and recipe headnotes provide further backgroundi1/2one of the few books on the topic."-Library Journal

"Anyone interested in Scottish cuisine and home cooking needs The Art of Scottish-American Cooking in their collection."--The Midwest Book Review

In this comprehensive cookbook, you will learn about the glories of shortbread, or Scotch cake, a unique Scottish creation, as well as marvelous rock buns and Dundee cake. Find out how the Scots introduced fried chicken to America and enjoy recipes for happit hen, wet...