The AMERICAN HOLIDAY COOKBOOK, by Polly Parke, is a menu-driven cook-book detailing the history and foods of the traditional American holidays. The American "melting pot" is a unique blend of cultural, patriotic, and religious traditions, from Martin Luther King, Chinese New Year, Valentine's and St. Patrick's Days, the Fourth of July and Columbus Day, to Hanukkah and Christmas, as well as others.
This book offers a framework for the novice and for the experienced cook,from learning how to set up a kitchen and pantry to cooking up a celebration using easy, concise recipes, with alternate choices. It offers a guide through the process of creating shopping lists, preparation schedules decorations. The AMERICAN HOLIDAY COOKBOOK is easily a foundation for any family to build their own traditions.
