Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee: How a Founding Father and His Slave, James Hemings, Introduced French Cuisine to America
by Craughwell, Thomas J
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Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee: How a Founding Father and His Slave, James Hemings, Introduced French Cuisine to America by Thomas J. Craughwell
In 1784, Thomas Jefferson struck a deal with one of his slaves, nineteen-year-old James Hemings. The founding father was traveling to Paris and wanted to bring James along "for a particular purpose" -- to master the art of French cooking. In exchange for James's cooperation, Jefferson would grant his freedom.
Thus began one of the strangest partnerships in United States history. As Hemings apprenticed under master French chefs, Jefferson studied the cultivation of French crops (especially grapes for winemaking) so that they might be replicated in American agriculture. The two men returned home with such marvels as pasta, French fries, Champagne, macaroni and cheese, creme brulee, and a host of other treats. This narrative history tells the story of their remarkable adventure -- and even includes a few of their favorite recipes!
Quirk Books, Hardcover, 1st Edition, 2nd Printing, 2012
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Thomas J. Craughwell is the author of several nonfiction books, including Stealing Lincoln’s Body , which was adapted into a documentary by the History Channel. He lives in Bethel, Connecticut.
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- Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee: How a Founding Father and His Slave, James Hemings, Introduced French Cuisine to America
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- Craughwell, Thomas J
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- 2012
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