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Mcclanahan Publishing House

A Slice of Kentucky: Sharing our Recipes | McClanahan Publishing ©2003 Hardcover

A Slice of Kentucky: Sharing our Recipes | McClanahan Publishing ©2003 Hardcover

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Title:
A Slice of Kentucky: Sharing Our Recipes
Publisher:
McClanahan Publishing House
Style:
Regional cooking
Author:
Cookbook Ladies - Associates of McClanahan Publishing
Era:
Contemporary (Late 20th - Early 21st Century)
Date:
2003
Origin:
Kuttawa, Kentucky USA
Dimensions:
8 ½" x 9 ½"
Condition:
Excellent (EX)
Cover:
Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages:
176
ISBN:
9780913383872, 0913383872
Book genre:
Cookbook

Traditional and contemporary Kentucky favorites from the Cookbook Ladies.

A Slice of Kentucky is a warm, community‑driven collection of recipes gathered by the associates of McClanahan Publishing House—affectionately known as the Cookbook Ladies. For more than twenty years, McClanahan has published regional cookbooks, appeared on national television, lectured on publishing, and refined their craft in developing approachable, innovative recipes. This volume brings together their favorite dishes, shared by staff, friends, and family across Kentucky.

The Cookbook Ladies’ passion for food, entertaining, and “simplease” shines through in every page. The recipes range from traditional Kentucky classics to contemporary Bluegrass favorites, reflecting the state’s rich culinary heritage. Readers will find beloved dishes such as:

  • Run for the Roses Pie — a Derby‑season staple blending pecans, chocolate, and Kentucky bourbon
  • Kentucky Tea Punch — a refreshing drink perfect for summer weddings, picnics, and outdoor gatherings
  • Grilled Bison Burgers and Bison Meat Loaf — celebrating the return of bison to the Bluegrass region

With 176 pages of recipes meant to bring “compliments to the chef,” this cookbook captures the spirit of Kentucky hospitality—simple, flavorful dishes meant to be shared with loved ones.

This copy is in excellent, like‑new condition: clean covers, tight binding, crisp pages, no writing noted, and minimal shelf wear.

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