Old Farm Country Cookbook Presentation

Return to an era when all food was local and farm to kitchen table. 

Author Susan Apps-Bodilly, daughter of storyteller Jerry Apps, will highlight the food made by his mother, Eleanor, and feature recipes found in her well-worn recipe box in this discussion and presentation. 

The recipes take us on a culinary tour of life on the farm during the Depression and World War II. Seasoned with personal stories, menus, and family photos, Old Farm Country Cookbook recalls when electricity had not yet reached the farm. Delicious meals were central to community gatherings, such as the threshing day dinner, end-of-the-year picnic, or holidays. As Jerry writes, "For me, food will always be associated with times of good eating, storytelling, laughter, and good-hearted fun."

(Please note: no food will be served)

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Presenter Bio

Susan is a retired educator and writer. She taught elementary and middle school students for 34 years. She holds a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction.

When she is not reading or writing, Susan enjoys spending time with her family, hiking at the family cabin, kayaking, and trying new recipes with produce from her garden.