The first known cookbook written by an American, published in 1796. Until this date, cookbooks printed and used in what became the U. S. were British cookbooks, so the importance of this book is obvious to American culinary history, and more generally, to the history of America.
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First Lady Michelle Obama
The challenge invited kids ages 8-12, in collaboration with a parent or guardian, to create an original, healthy, affordable, and delicious lunch recipe.
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Let's Move! Initiative
Five annual Kids’ “State Dinners,” over 6,000 recipes were submitted and more than 270 young chefs and their families were welcomed.
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Kids' "State Dinner"
Fifty-six young chefs representing each U.S. state, five territories, and DC joined First Lady Michelle Obama.
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Judging of the Challenge
Go behind the scenes as decisions are made and a winner is picked to earn a trip to the White House Kids State Dinner.
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