Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1900-08-25

engaged in brain work, the question OF
brea kfast is a very important one The
beefsteak; potatoes, coffee ana griddle-
cakes. The monotony OF TINS bill OF rare
Is sure TO result. While the flavor OF hotel
cooking cannot be compared TO that of good
homemade dishes, IT gives one the ad-
is sure to find something in the long and
varied list OF dishes to tempt the palate
and satisfy demands.
An Attractive Table.
One scarcely realizes how much OF the
enjoyment derived from partaking of q
good breakfast is due 10 the taste and
nicely with which the table and dishes are
arranged. The coffee may be delicious and
the steak done TO a turn; but II the sense
soiled linen. dull silver and careless ar
rangement there is lack of good digestion
as Wen as appetite. on the other hand, II
thing delicately served, the appetite is
stimulated and one enjoys the most homely
Have Frequent Variations.
AS the early morning meal is to prepare
the household for the work OF the day, the
chief aim must be to provide sufficient
the strength of mind or body. The refined
home calls for frequent variations. When
one has unlimited and varied supplies al
their demand, IL would seem an easy man
ner to cater to the most pampered appe-
tite. Where resources are somewhat linn
tied, then it is necessary to study frequent
variations on the same thing, and depend
On little accessories IN the FORM OF crisp
salad OF lettuce and cress, dish of fresh
garden radisheS or whole tomatoes, peeled.
chilled and served half hidden in the ten,
der green OF lettuce; This give color and
suggestion OF GOODNESS that is most re-
freshing and inviting on close, sultry
Flowers for the Table.
Whenever it is possible have some bit
OF brightness from out of doors and let
the the flowers over be freshly gathered. if from
eye more than flowers that have lost their
freshness. especially when they greet you
strongly of lasstude to promote cheer at
a well-ordered breakfast table.
Should BE Served Promptly.
The first essential is promptness. Haste
II the meal is a success. The housekeeper
who looks well after the ways of her house
hold VIII not leave the choice and prepara-
ton of her breakfast dishes until morning
and then with hasty survey of her re
sources, prepare anything that can be
cooked hastily. to the destruction of her
own peace of mind and the tempers of
selection of materials and have everything
in readiness on the night before. TO the
woman who manages well it is not a diff
fcult task to serve a dainty home break
fast, even when the wage-earner must be
ION time for an early morning train.
A Dainty Breakfast.
There IS a peculiar pleasantness in the
thought OF a home breakfast of fresh fruit.
iuicv chop or bit of deIicateIV broiied fish
white, glistsntng snow, freshly-made cof-
fee, with its delightful aroma, to surprise
you at the table and not tantalize yol.r
nostrils while sun at your toilet. To
most people, during hot weather, a
well-cooked cereal, nodded in individ-
ual shapes and served ice cold with
rich cold cream, is much more invit-
ing and enjoyable than the hot mush
served Steaming from the fire. Even hot
rolls, mullins and biscuit are not impos-
sible for an early breakfast. and are often
preferred by many, instead of a steady
diet OF hot meats.
The Use of Eggs.
These are generally acceptable to even
delicate eaters, and can be prepared in so
many tempting ways. They are found
list of omelets give variety. Tomatoes and
eggs make many delightful combinations
that are not only appetizing but nourish-
ing as well.
Avoid Too Many Dishes.
Never overload the breakfast table at
any time, and least OF all in hot weather
Make it a point to serve a few Well-Select-
ed dishes perfectly cooked. A delicate or |
array of heavy, hot foods and fails at the |
point of attack.
FOR EVERY DAY IN THE
WEEK.
SUNDAY.
BREAKFAST.
Fruit,
Boiled Rice, Sugar and Cream,
Finnan Haddie with Tomatoes
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