Mary Frances laughed. "Thank you, Sauce Pan," she said, as he began to move around, going hither and thither.

"The next recipes are

No. 36.—Creamed New Cabbage.

1. Cut in half and wash well a young green cabbage.

2. Cut out and throw away the hard stem part.

3. Make ready a kettle of boiling water. Put in cabbage. Leave uncovered.

4. When the water boils, throw in 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon baking soda (or bicarbonate of soda).

5. Boil gently about half hour, or until it begins to lose its bright green color. Lift out with skimmer.

6. Pour over it White Sauce just before serving.