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Susan Gilbert cookbook, 1848-1887

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Stomach Powder 1/4 of an oz powdered Rhubarb, 1/4 of an oz powdered Cammamile, 1/4 of an oz ground Ginger, Take a tea-spoonful at night going to Bed. Mrs. Howe Sewd. 1852 Strengthening Mixture 2 oz of best Bark, 1 oz of Valerian root, boil them in 2 Quarts of Water, till rendered to 1 Quart, when cold strain it off and add 1 pint of Port Wine, and a little peppermint water. Take a Wine glass full Morning and Evening, and in the Middle of the day if you choose it. Mrs. Howe Sewd. 1852. To Make Ratifia Cakes. 2 oz of sweet almonds, 1 oz of bitter ditto, 4 oz of loaf sugar, mix it very stiff with White of Egg well beaten, bake them in Tins. Mrs. Howe Sewd. 1852.
 
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