The Essential Mormon Cookbook: Green Jell-O, Funeral Potatoes, and Other Secret Combinations

by Julie Badger Jensen

The Essential Mormon Cookbook is a time-honored collection of recipes not found in standard cookbooks- family favorites passed down from generation to generation, traditional potluck dishes served at Church gatherings, and other gifts from the kitchen shared by neighbors and friends. This is the perfect source for these hard-to-find recipes you remember from your childhood, such as Christmas Morning Casserole, Pot Roast with Gravy, and Fresh Peach Cobbler. Also included are recipes to feed a crowd, compassionate service casseroles, and a conference-weekend brunch. More than 200 recipes, gathered from four generations of family cooks, are divided by seasons and event in this unique collection of Mormon comfort food.

Genres: Cookbooks, Cooking, Nonfiction, Food, Lds

168 pages, Spiral-bound

First published April 10, 2004

Reviews

[Sally · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like this cookbook for several reasons. First, it lies flat on the counter! Second, many of the recipes reflect the down home cooking of my grandmothers and aunts in Utah, which evokes great memories. And third, if you haven't tried the Orange Roll recipe on page 99 you don't know what you're missing. It's one of my brother-in-law's favorites.

[Lana Wimmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my "Go To" cookbook whenever I need a recipe that I know will work. I love the "Chicken Bundles" and the bread recipes are wonderful! If I had to leave the house with only one cookbook in hand, sorry Julia Child, this would be the one.

[Honest Mabel · Rating 2 out of 5]

I mean I guess it’s okay

These were recipes that either were ones I knew for a fact would be subpar or just cheap tasting I guess is the best way to describe. There wasn’t anything wow worthy. Most dishes read as very bland but I guess that’s apropos

[AM Jolley · Rating 4 out of 5]

surprising i know. this was given to me as a wedding shower gift over 3 years ago but i have made tons of recipes from this book and i have loved every single one!

[Dana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the recipes in this! I use it all the time.

[Echo · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my favorite recipe books...like it says it's essential! I love cookbooks...if anyone out there has some good suggestions let me know...for a beginner!

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE THIS COOKBOOK!
I seriously use it all the time. Some of my most favorite recipes are in this book!

[Bridget · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun cookbook especially for the LDS people!

[Lera · Rating 4 out of 5]

This and it's sister cookbook are my go to cookbooks. The recipes are always simple and doable and I have yet to find one I haven't liked.

[Summer · Rating 2 out of 5]

My favorite Mormon cookbook. Super cheesy, but great recipes.

[Janene · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great cookbook!

[Opal T · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun recipes to change up our ole menus.

[L · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOve this cookbook. Has the some great recipes in it! We like the missionary meatloaf, apple crisp, and more!! :-)

[Annalee · Rating 5 out of 5]

You will love these recipes.

[Utdancer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I use this cookbook, it has very simple yummy recipes. The Herb Chicken it yummy!! One of my husbands favorite meals.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes, I admit I pore over cookbooks as if they are novels. And the results are usually very yummy!

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

This has soooo much yummy stuff! Can't wait to try all of it!

[Cathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This cookbook is unique in that it is divided into seasons and holidays. It has a lot of recipes that will feed a large group. I love having recipes for any holiday party at my fingertips.

[Chira · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of my favorite go-to cookbooks!

[Janelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun recipe book of standard recipes that are easy to make.

[margo daugherty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

Great recipes would like to cook them all as soon as possible or all year long for all special occasion.

[Stanley Hall]

Robin's made some delicious recipes from this book. The best biscuit recipe yet!

[Becky H. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I use this book all of the time. Apricot Chicken and Funeral Potatoes are a number one favorite!