Foods That Will Win the War and How to Cook Them (1918)

Foods That Will Win the War and How to Cook Them (1918) by Goudiss and Goudiss is a cookbook published during World War I that emphasizes the importance of food conservation and nutrition in supporting the war effort. The book was part of the broader effort to encourage Americans to adopt efficient and resourceful cooking habits during the war especially in response to food shortages and the need to conserve vital resources for the troops.The authors provide recipes that focus on using less meat wheat and sugar promoting the use of alternative ingredients such as beans corn and vegetables to create meals that are both nutritious and filling. The cookbook also includes practical tips on how to stretch ingredients and make the most of available resources helping households to contribute to the wartime rationing system. The book is infused with a sense of national duty encouraging readers to support the war effort through thoughtful and responsible cooking.