The Jack Sprat Cook Book /
Scott Ewing
- London, Grafton Book : 1986.
- 199 Pages : hbk. 24 cm.
include index.
The Jack Sprat Cook Book is a light-hearted, practical cookbook inspired by the nursery rhyme characters Jack Sprat and his wife, known for their opposite eating preferences. The book offers recipes and meal ideas suited for different dietary needs—especially low-fat and high-fat options—showing how contrasting tastes can coexist in the same household. It focuses on simple, home-style dishes, economical cooking, and preparing meals that can be easily adapted for various preferences. Overall, it’s a playful yet useful guide to flexible, family-friendly cooking.