Homemakers' Chat

“Bacon drippings, lard, chicken fat, tallow, when not too strong, may be clarified and used for gingerbread, spice cakes, cookies, and other foods having a strong flavor.”

“Try to concentrate your purchasing in one section or buying area.  It is poor economy to wear yourself out or run your car all over the city to track down bargains.”

“Whole grain breads give you the most nourishment for money spent.”

“Make friends with your grocer.  He can give you many valuable tips on shipments of food and good values that will be of real help to you in fashioning your menus.”

“You are willing and anxious to make the necessary adjustments that will help you maintain the decent standard of living that is an American tradition.”

“There is no need to prepare complicated salads with many different vegetables or fruits intricately arranged.”

“You would never dream of giving your little girl a sheaf of raw wheat when she can have its goodness concentrated in delicious cereals and bread.”

“For all-out economy you must consider savings on the smallest matters.”

“Applesauce Spice Cake”

“To Women . . . It’s Important”

“You think of the real food shortages people in European countries have had to face . . . And you are thankful that you live in a country so rich in food production that you will never want.”

“Yeast dough mixed in large batches and stored in refrigerator will keep fresh for at least a week.”

“Sound advice on marriage hygiene was all she needed.  And that was all I gave her.  In two little words.  ‘Use “Lysol.”’”

“Save on expensive cheese spreads by making your own.”