Asked to describe the typical Junior Leaguer you might think of a WASP-y perfectly coiffed woman who helps to organize charitable events when she s not playing golf or ferrying her children to lacrosse games. In fact this venerable organization includes a broad spectrum of womankind and membership has included Sandra Day O Connor Eudora Welty and Shirley Temple Black. The volunteer organization started publishing cookbooks in the 1950s and proceeds have funded shelters food banks historic preservation downtown revitalization AIDS outreach the arts and more. This collection of favorite recipes celebrates the 100 year mark for the Junior League and includes selections from around the country. There are easy weeknight dishes like Orange Tarragon Chicken and fancier entries like Crown Roast of Pork with Macadamia Nut Stuffing. In the past Junior League cookbooks frequently suffered from over-emphasis on convenience foods but this collection showcases the latest incarnation of Junior League cooking which focuses on simple but elegant and flavorful food.By the Association of Junior Leagues International Inc. Over 750 recipes from 200 Junior Leagues No illustrations or photos Information on Jr. League programs and members 388 Pages spiral bound hardcover 9" x 10 3/8" From Kitchen Etc...
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