Written by Emma Field \/\/ Photo by Macy Cox<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The \u201cFavorite Recipes from Associated Women for Harding\u201d cookbook was created in 1965 to help raise money for various projects across campus. Since the first issue, five cookbooks have been published and reprinted due to their popularity and recipes. The proceeds from the cookbook have helped fund renovations and provide need-based scholarships for students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Liz Howell, former director of alumni and parent relations and current member of the national board for Women for Harding, said she was aware of Women for Harding before she became a freshman in 1974. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDr. Jim and Maralyn Citty lived in De Queen, Arkansas, and were great promoters of Harding,\u201d Howell said. \u201cMaralyn introduced Homecoming guests to sausage on a stick. This project became a fan favorite.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Howell has her own favorite recipe from the cookbooks. She offered advice for college students who are new to cooking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI use Bessie Mae Pryor\u2019s homemade rolls from the gold cookbook,\u201d Howell said. \u201cThere is a special connection of the recipe to the person who cooked it. Memories of the recipe and the person who cooked it create lasting memories that can be passed on through generations.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Howell became a lifetime member and officer of Associated Women for Harding in 1987. In 2001, she became executive director, and in 2005, the group changed its name to Women for Harding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Director of alumni and parent relations Heather Kemper became involved with Women for Harding six years ago when she became the events and special projects director. Kemper said this cookbook reflects the countless meals shared around tables where these recipes were served with hospitality and that it serves as a remarkable contribution from Women for Harding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAs I look at these cookbooks, they are like a time capsule,\u201d Kemper said. \u201cFrom the ingredients, pictures, the food pyramid, people we\u2019ve admired and lost and more, it is a window into previous generations. These recipes and the people that submitted them truly embody the Harding family.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kemper became inspired after pulling out her copies of the cookbooks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI\u2019m amazed at how many names I know who submitted recipes and all of the connections we share, everyone from my club sponsor from almost 30 years ago, to someone I just met last year who is a missionary in Europe,\u201d Kemper said. \u201cWhat a special bond a good meal and entertaining in your home can create.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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