HOW TO COOK A HUSBAND
A good many husbands are entirely spoiled by mismanagement in cooking, and so are not tender and good. Some women keep them too constantly in hot water; others freeze them; others put them in a stew; others keep them constantly in a pickle. It cannot be supposed that any husband will be good and tender if managed in this way, but they are truly delicious if properly treated. Don’t keep them in the kettle by force, as he will stay there himself if proper care is taken; if he should sputter and fizz, don’t be anxious–some husbands do this. Add a little sugar, the variety that confectioners call “kisses” but on no account add vinegar or pepper. A little spice improves him, but it must be used with judgment. Do not try him with something sharp to see if he is becoming tender. Stir him gently lest he lie too long in the kettle and become flat and tasteless.…
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