The Art of Salad Making - Carol Truax - 1968

"Salads are nature's gift to the menu-maker. Every country has its special salads, but America is the salad bowl of the world. No other nation has so many types of greens available all the year round. The American chef has at hand the materials for creating an astounding variety of salads—and his creativity is bound only by the scope of his imagination. This marvelous abundance, and its many appetizing uses, is the subject of Carol Truax's latest book. The Art of Salad Making begins at the beginning, with directions for one of the most important steps in preparing a salad: the proper washing and drying of the greens. The author then explains the difference between them—at last the reader is told exactly what *Bibb Lettuce* is, *Leaf Lettuce* and *Curly Endive*, to name only a few. In subsequent chapters Miss Truax lists 24 delectable menus, for luncheon and dinner, which feature salads, and presents recipes for salads from all over the world... The book is enhanced throughout with practical advice, and with amusing anecdotes that lend emphasis to many of the author's directions. - The Art of Salad Making: Before, during after -- the perfect accompaniment to your meal -- or even the meal itself - Carol Truax. Illustrated by Jean Charlot. Published 1968, Doubleday & Company, Inc., Garden City, New York Hardcover. Approx. 5.5x8.5in. 210pp. Dustjacket has some dings and tears. Book itself is in good vintage condition.