12 Pies Husbands Like Best: Aunt Jenny's Recipe Book

by Lever Brothers Company

"12 Pies Husbands Like Best: Aunt Jenny's Recipe Book" by Lever Brothers Company is a cookbook likely written in the early to mid-20th century. This book is a collection of pie recipes focused on pleasing the tastes of husbands, featuring a variety of desserts that are easy to prepare using the innovative "Water-Whip" method. The central theme revolves around empowering home cooks to create delicious and visually appealing pies for their families. The content of the book consists of twelve carefully selected pie recipes, each emphasizing simplicity and reliability for home bakers, especially those who may be new to pie-making. Each recipe includes detailed instructions on preparation and baking techniques, designed to ensure successful results. From classic options like "His Favorite" Apple Pie to unique creations such as Regal Cream-on-Chocolate Pie, the book also provides tips for achieving perfect pastry while highlighting the use of Spry shortening for flaky crusts. Additionally, Aunt Jenny shares numerous tricks for decorative finishes and handling pie dough, making the art of pie-baking accessible and enjoyable for everyone.