Book details
The U.S. History Cookbook: Delicious Recipes and Exciting Events from the Past
Description
Serve up a heaping lesson of history with delicious recipes from our nation's past-- from the pilgrims' first feast to today's high-tech, low-fat fare Who knew history could be so delicious? In The U.S. History Cookbook, you'll discover how Americans have lived and dined over the centuries. This scrumptious survey of periods and events in U.S. history mixes together a delectable batter of food timelines, kid-friendly recipes, and fun food facts throughout each chapter, including such fascinating tidbits as: Sunday was baked bean day in many colonial family homes; pioneers took advantage of the rough trails to churn milk into butter; the Girl Scouts first started selling cookies in the 1930s to save money for summer camp; and so much more! Kids will have a great time learning about the past while they cook up easy and yummy recipes, including: * Cornmeal Blueberry Mush, a favorite dish of the Native Americans of the Northeast * King Cake, the traditional cake served at the Mardi Gras Festival in New Orleans, Louisiana * Amazing Country Scrambled Eggs, an essential part of any hearty pioneer breakfast * Cocoanut Pudding, a favorite dessert of travelers riding the transcontinental railroad in the 1870s * Baked Macaroni 'N' Cheese, a popular and inexpensive dish enjoyed during the Depression The U.S. History Cookbook also includes information on cooking tools and skills, with important rules for kitchen safety and clean up.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
192 pages
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides a unique way to learn about U.S. history through the lens of food, offering readers an engaging approach to understanding historical events and periods by exploring the culinary traditions and dishes that were popular at the time.
- Culinary Exploration: Readers can expand their cooking repertoire with a variety of historical recipes that have been adapted for modern kitchens. This allows for a hands-on experience of history and a chance to taste the flavors that shaped American culture.
- Cultural Insight: The recipes and stories within the book offer insight into the lives and customs of different groups throughout U.S. history, including Native Americans, colonists, immigrants, and more, providing a diverse perspective on the nation's past.
- Family-Friendly Activity: The book is a great resource for families to use together, as it encourages cooking and learning as a shared activity. Parents and children can bond over both the preparation of the meals and the historical stories that accompany each recipe.