The House-Keeper's Guide and Indian Doctor

1851, and one small book promises ice creams, perfumery, soap, furniture polish, a complete system of doctoring — and model letters for every occasion.

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1 recipe in this part of The House-Keeper's Guide and Indian Doctor.

Vanilla or Lemon Ice Cream

Take two drachms of vanilla or lemon peel, one quart of milk, half a pound of sugar, a pint of cream, and the yolks of three eggs; beat the…

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