Front cover of The American Prince Cookbook by Charles T. Maxham
Cookbook

The American Prince Cookbook

A broad collection of approachable recipes for the home kitchen.

About the book

The American Prince Cookbook

The American Prince Cookbook is a modern classic built on timeless technique.

Designed for cooks who value clarity, confidence, and composure in the kitchen, this book emphasizes sound fundamentals over trends and precision over guesswork. Each recipe is written to be reliable and repeatable, guiding the reader through calm, methodical preparation that produces consistently excellent results.

Organized by core cooking categories and supported by a thoughtful system of master preparations, the book quietly elevates everyday meals as well as more refined occasions. The tone is welcoming but assured, the flavors balanced and intentional. It is for cooks who believe good food doesn’t need to announce itself—it simply needs to be done well.