Cooking with the Spirit VTG Spiral Cookbook Red Oak Iowa First United Methodist

This vintage cookbook, "Cooking with the Spirit of '76," was compiled by the Deborah Group of the First United Methodist Church in Red Oak, Iowa, and published in 1976. It features a collection of carefully curated recipes contributed by members of the Deborah Group, reflecting classic American and Midwestern home cooking traditions. The book includes a variety of dishes ranging from beverages, breads, cakes, casseroles, cookies, desserts, pies, and salads to large quantity recipes, making it a versatile kitchen companion.

Printed and bound by General Publishing and Binding in Iowa Falls, Iowa, this spiral-bound paperback edition is a rare find for collectors and cooking enthusiasts alike. The cookbook opens with a dedication to homemakers and includes a table of contents for easy navigation. Many recipes are credited to individual contributors, adding a personal touch to this community effort. Notably, the cookbook includes unique bicentennial-themed illustrations