• Better Homes Gardens Holiday Cookbook 1959 Mid Century Cover
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Better Homes & Gardens Holiday Cook Book 1959 Mid Century Entertaining Cookbook Party Recipes

Better Homes & Gardens Holiday Cook Book 1959 Mid Century Entertaining Cookbook Party Recipes

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Title:
Better Homes & Gardens Holiday Cook Book
Publisher:
Meredith Press
Subject:
Holiday cooking, entertaining, party recipes
Author:
Better Homes & Gardens Editors
Era:
Mid-Century Modern (1945- 1970)
Date:
1959 (1970 10th printing)
Origin:
Des Moines, Iowa
Dimensions:
8 ¼” x 11 ⅛”
Condition:
Good (G)
Cover:
Hardcover
Pages:
160
OCLC:
471234
Book genre:
Holiday Cooking | Entertaining | Seasonal Decorating

1959 Better Homes & Gardens Entertaining Cookbook with Classic Mid-Century Party Recipes

A vibrant snapshot of mid-century entertaining, Better Homes & Gardens Holiday Cook Book brings together festive recipes and hosting ideas for celebrations throughout the year—from Christmas and Thanksgiving to birthdays, anniversaries, and cocktail gatherings.

Originally published in 1959 and offered here in a later 10th printing (1970), this hardcover volume reflects the era’s love of presentation, hospitality, and abundance. Inside, you’ll find hundreds of recipes and menus designed for special occasions, along with ideas for table settings, decorations, and themed entertaining.

The book is richly illustrated with full-color mid-century food photography and graphics, showcasing everything from festive desserts and molded salads to appetizer spreads and celebratory centerpieces. Good condition with clean pages and no writing or bends. There is light foxing present on interior pages and some soiling to cover. The binding remains tight, though there are early signs of paper cracking at the joint—currently minimal and structurally sound. 

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