Something-Different Dish

Stuck in a dinner rut? Marion Harris Neil, celebrated cookery editor of the early 1900s, gathered her answer: dishes with a twist for every course, from surprising soups and savory entrees to desserts that make the table lean in. Her recipes are practical, her directions clear, and her aim simple, to bring adventure back to the home menu without straining the budget. A century later it is both usable cookbook and delicious period charm. Tie on an apron and serve something different tonight.