The United States Cookbook: Fabulous Foods and Fascinating Facts From All 50 States

I bought this cookbook because each week, my 6-year-old and I are reviewing a different state. One of the elements is food unique to that state. This book has really helped me to accomplish this!- Each state starts out by presenting a little history of the state. Mostly I have already gotten this from other research I've done, but once in awhile, there are facts in there that I learn.- Then, it gives a recipe unique to the state. I have to admit, I haven't used any of these yet and that's why I only gave the book 4 stars. My opinion is that they could have picked better recipes.- Finally, it lists several additional foods that are unique to the state along with background on them. This is what I really love because they are more practical foods that my child will eat. And, it gives background on why they are unique for that state.

I am working with my 4-year-old son to teach him the states, and I think this book is going to be fun and helpful. The recipes all look like things our family would like (nothing really weird), and they are simple enough that he can help me cook. The facts and trivia about each state also make it more interesting. I recommend this book for anyone (child or adult) who wants to learn more about the states AND get a fun culinary experience to go with it!

I am a homeschooling mom of three. We are researching the states in geography. I saw this idea on pinterest and decided to order this book. It is exactly as described. However, I wish they had given the recipes in the description. We are from Alabama and what they listed for the recipe is not really something that is unique to Alabama. I would have expected boiled or roasted peanuts possibly. Basically something that has to do with the history or economy of the state.

Bought it for mom as she loves simple cookbooks with pictures and drawings to help her cook. Its sitting in the kitchen to be used as she sees fit.

Food heavy, not for the “clean eater” also dessert heavy. The recipes are simple and the kids were able to do a lot of the prep and cooking.

This is a good book for kids....

Its okay, nothing to write home about. Not sure exactly what I thought I was ordering but this is definitely one of those unique gifts you can give to a favorite cook.

This book gives recipes and fact about the United States, Children can learn to cook regional dishes and learn something about the places where the recipes came from. Linking place and food, gives the reader a sense of what grows where, a connection that is largely lost in the supermarket and processed food.