Description
Author: Miriam Ungerer
Publisher: The Viking Press, 1973 — First Edition
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Condition: Very Good; dust jacket shows some age-toning and handling wear but is now beautifully protected in a Brodart archival cover. Interior is clean, illustrations crisp, binding firm.
About the Book:
If ever a cookbook deserved a revival, it’s Good Cheap Food—Miriam Ungerer’s joyful, practical, and utterly charming approach to cooking well without spending a fortune. First published in 1973, this book feels surprisingly modern again, with its emphasis on honest ingredients, frugality, and creative home cooking.
Ungerer writes like the friend you want in the kitchen—warm, witty, and full of common sense. The recipes are approachable and thoughtfully illustrated, bringing the experience of real American cooking into your hands. Whether you’re a nostalgic cook, a food-history lover, or simply someone trying to make delicious meals without fuss, this book has heart and soul.
Why You'll Love This Copy:
- Original 1973 First Edition
- Jacket protected in Brodart for long-term preservation
- Beautiful line drawings and herb illustrations throughout
- A perfect gift for cooks, vintage cookbook lovers, or anyone embracing simple, fulfilling kitchen wisdom
This is the kind of cookbook that sparks memories and invites new ones. A treasure from a time when cooking was about nourishment, creativity, and joy.




