McCall's Cook Book

Note: This edition of McCall's Cook Book has been updated to include Metric equivalents.


Step back to 1963 with McCall's Cook Book—one of the largest and most comprehensive cookbooks available on Apple Books—the iconic step-by-step masterpiece that turned countless novice cooks into confident home chefs. Compiled by the expert editors of McCall's magazine and originally published by Random House, this hefty 786-page volume was designed as the ultimate cooking companion. It offers detailed guidance on techniques, measurements, carving, meal planning, and more, alongside over 1,000 reliable, tested recipes drawn from the magazine's trusted test kitchens, with over 37 chapters plus appendices, and includes Calorie Charts and shopping guides.


From breakfast biscuits and Sunday roasts to glamorous aspics, lattice-top pies, decadent desserts, foolproof pot roasts, fluffy chiffon pies, molded salads, hearty casseroles, and show-stopping holiday spreads, the book captures the vibrant, optimistic spirit of mid-century American cuisine. Its signature full-color photos, alphabetical organization, and thorough index make it incredibly easy to navigate—perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike.


Vintage collectors prize original copies (especially those rare colored covers!), but this crisp, searchable digital edition preserves every page of culinary wisdom—ideal for today's kitchens without the hunt for a pristine hardcover. Whether you're chasing nostalgia, recreating grandma's handwritten favorites, exploring retro recipes for fun, building a family archive, or craving authentic, time-tested dishes that stand the test of decades, McCall's Cook Book delivers practical advice, delicious results, and a warm slice of history, all updated and always at your fingertips in your Apple Books library.