The Ration Book Diet: Third Edition - Hardcover

"Whether you are a history buff, a bibliophile or anglophile, or just someone who wants to try something new to lose a few pounds, this could be the book for you." --Sandra's Kitchen Nook

In 1939, Britain was preparing for war. As well as building aeroplanes and digging Anderson shelters, this meant managing food supplies for the home front. The Ministry of Food rose to the challenge, introducing rationing, encouraging the nation to dig for victory, and issuing cookbooks and health advice. Drawing inspiration from Britain's `finest hour', when the thrifty British housewife had to grow her own veg, stretch the butter ration and still keep her family fighting fit, this is both a social history of wartime dining and a collection of over sixty delicious and healthy seasonal recipes with a vintage twist.