ISSUE 75, OLD SOUTHERN DESSERTS, Part 6: Old Southern Puddings
Old Southern Puddings
The 19th century papers in the United States document multitudes of local puddings. Some are named by state, some by city, some in honor of famous citizens. Here are some of the best local signatures. Some of these are steamed puddings prepared in a pudding bag. Saleratus is a chemical leaven—think baking soda. Others are cust…