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Persimmon Steamed Pudding

Steamed Puddings are fun to make and a unique dessert to offer during the holidays. This one is made with persimmons and served with a delicious hard sauce.

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Vintage Cookbooks from Mississippi

I hit the vintage cookbook jackpot at a darling store in Jackson, Mississippi, along with some local food products.

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Sphere and Cuisine

To me the best vintage food magazines are Sphere, from 1972-1978, and Cuisine from 1979 to 1984.

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Food Fit for the King

The King of Rock ‘n Roll certainly loved his food, especially traditional Southern cooking. Read on and see what Elvis loved.

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New Heights for Lasagne

How do you make lasagne? Let us count the ways!

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Recipes and Crafts for Fund-Raising Activities

Fund-raising ideas for fairs, bazaars, parties, and suppers also with ideas for themes and games. Another from the great Ann Seranne.

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Winning Dishes

“Winning Dishes” is the perfect title for Veronica Callaghan’s amazing recipes and photos. She also sent me some incredible cookbooks!

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The American Gothic Cookbook

One of my favorite artists is Grant Wood, from Iowa. The American Gothic Cookbook offers recipes from the Heartland.

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