Southern Mountain Classics PDF Download

The east coast of the United States was initially colonized by the English, who settled close to the sea. Soon some land-hungry newcomers to the mid-Atlantic area found themselves pushed into the hills and mountains of the Appalachians. Later some of the offspring of the Appalachian folk moved on toward the Ozarks. Once settled, they took on many American ways, yet still retained some of their old habits and preferences. In this book, you will discover the food traditions of the Appalachians and Ozarks, with numerous first-hand anecdotes. The author also explores traditional foodways of the mountains, from cornbread to foraged wild edibles. Food preferences and preparation techniques brought to the mountains by early settlers exist to this day. Recipes for "hard-times" foods and "happy-times" foods are represented, as are recipes for emblematic mountain dishes such as "Cornbread and Ramps;" and there are tips for using morel mushrooms. And so much more! Scroll up and click the "Buy now with 1-Click" button to get your copy now!