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Bake Like It's 1908

I found a cookbook that was originally published in 1908. It includes instructions that are as thought provoking as they are confusing so I'm going to try them out and let you know how it goes. An added bonus of historical context will be included with no extra charge.

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April 2017

Oatmeal Bread

The Cincinnati Cookbook, 1908

http://bakelikeits1908.blogspot.com/2017/04/oatmeal-bread.html

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