I'm a sucker for retro, and that's why I love this book, and the companion volumes on sewing and gardening. Somewhere in the 1960-something of my mind, mothers teach daughters wholesome family skills in an immaculate kitchen while wearing handmade aprons given to them by their grandmothers. Then they sit in the beautiful garden and eat the warm cookies they've just baked, with a tall glass of cold milk. ( )

Although this cookbook was originally purchased for my daughter Melyssa, the classic recipes presented are so easy to make (and so tasty!) that we often find ourselves referring back to them. The presentation behind working in the kitchen (preparation, utensils, etc) along with the layout of the dishes has definitely helped encourage us to take this book off the shelves regularly and to cook and bake together as a family :) ( )