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How To Create A Family Recipe Book That Both Explains And Entertains — A Different Kind Of Family History
Collect the favorite recipes that have meaning for your family
Public holidays are a great time for families to get together — and eat! Thanksgiving and Christmas are probably the favorites, with family members of all ages gathering to share a special meal.
And how many of your family have dishes they are famous for?
It seems like everyone has one thing they cook really well, so well that everyone wants the recipe (but probably nobody makes it just like they do). All the same, we love to share recipes of good food, and making and eating those dishes are like a little bit of home.
Some families gather up the recipes and put them in a book, but most of us just think about what a good idea it would be. One day…
It takes one person — you?
It takes one person to “hold the reins” and get everyone in the carriage. On board. Helping out. If you’re interested in being that person, here’s what you can do.
Firstly, make sure most, if not all, of your family are willing to take part. Some people might say they’ll share, but they’ll actually guard their recipes as if they…