Amelia Simmons | |
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| Born | Albany, New York |
| Occupation | Author |
| Notable works | American Cookery |
Amelia Simmons was an American writer noted for publishing the American Cookery. This cookbook is considered an important text that provided insights into the language and culinary practices of former colonists, helping shape American identity.[1] It is considered the first American cookbook published in the United States.[1]
- ^ a b "Amelia Simmons Adds a Uniquely American Flavor to Cooking – Connecticut History | a CTHumanities Project". Connecticut History | a CTHumanities Project – Stories about the people, traditions, innovations, and events that make up Connecticut's rich history. November 27, 2020. Retrieved September 26, 2022.