Marion Cunningham died today at 90.
http://latimesblogs....ngham-dies.html
RIP Marion Cunningham
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barolo
, Jul 11 2012 06:33 PM
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LindaK
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Posted 11 July 2012 - 08:18 PM
Sad. The Fannie Farmer Cookbook was to me, growing up, what Joy of Cooking was others. I have a copy and still use it for a reference, the clarity of her explanations and recipes will alway make it useful.
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heidih
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Posted 11 July 2012 - 08:21 PM
A woman who reinvented herself later in life and contributed so much. She leaves a wonderful legacy and inspired me.
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flourgirl
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Posted 11 July 2012 - 09:37 PM
Rest in peace Marion Cunningham. Another legend is gone.
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Wholemeal Crank
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Posted 12 July 2012 - 08:26 AM
I learned a lot from the Fannie Farmer Baking Book, and continue to use it as a resource. I was inspired by a discussion on shortbreads to start manipulating the grains in my fresh-milled flours to adjust the texture of my baked goods--rice for crunch, oat for softer, etc--and first browned butter with her directions. Lots of good, reliable recipes and excellent pearls here, there, everywhere.
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barolo
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Posted 12 July 2012 - 02:29 PM
Here's a link to an appreciation by Russ Parsons: http://www.latimes.c...0,2355871.story
Cheers,
Anne
Anne
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rod rock
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Posted 19 July 2012 - 05:54 AM
R.I.P. I just read about her, it's a shame...
