66 GAEDENING FOE WOMEN 



able, through the kindness of Miss J. S. Turner, 

 to give a few hints which may, I hope, be of use. 



For roasting, an American roaster, which can 

 be placed in the oven and requires no attention 

 for basting, is necessary. If there is a close range, 

 the earthenware French casseroles and marmites 

 are nicer than saucepans. There are many Ameri- 

 can " notions " too, that save labour. 



Asbestos mats for placing under saucepans on 

 a closed stove only cost 4d. each, and prevent 

 the contents burning. 



Aluminium utensils are much better than those 

 of iron or tin. They cost more, but are indestruc- 

 tible, and easily kept clean. 



To commence with, the following utensils should 

 be provided : — 



1 large saucepan. It should be the largest 

 that can be fitted on the stove, and a steamer to 

 fit it is also required. 



1 spirit lamp for quickly boiling hot water or 

 eggs. 



1 small saucepan 



1 double saucepan or porringer. 



1 kettle. 



1 gourmet boiler. 



1 American roaster. 



3 frying pans for meat, fish, and eggs. 



1 oven tin. 



