Scrumptious cakes, succulent puddings and tasty biscuits were much prized in Edwardian times, when Lizzie Abson honed her skills as a cook housekeeper in service. Her cooking continued to delight throughout her long life as wife, mother and grandmother, the doyenne of baking in her local community. Now, Meryl White has collated her Grandma's recipes to offer 190 proven traditional recipes to baking devotees, intriguing memories to culinary nostalgics and invaluable hints to those new to baking.