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Cream Dressing I, an original illustrative image based on the cited recipe

Picnic

Cream Dressing I

Cream Dressing I from the 1910 table, preserved for modern discovery with its original citation.

PicnicLunchVegetarianStovetopPublic domainHistoric recipeSource transcription
Est. prep15 min
Est. cook10 min
Est. serves6
Total25 min
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  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ½ tablespoon mustard
  • ¾ tablespoon sugar
  • 1 egg slightly beaten
  • 2½ tablespoons melted butter
  • ¾ cup cream
  • ¼ cup vinegar

Historical transcription

Source method

  1. 1

    Mix ingredients in order given, adding vinegar very slowly. Cook over boiling water, stirring constantly until mixture thickens, strain and cool.

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