What's Cookin' at ABWA

A Vintage Community Cookbook from the Spirit of Indiana Chapter

Step back into 1979 with this charming cookbook created by the dedicated women of the Spirit of Indiana Chapter of the American Business Women's Association in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Filled with home-tested recipes shared by chapter members (including officers like Joyce Adams, E-Ann Meadows, and many more), this collection celebrates straightforward, delicious cooking that busy families and home cooks can rely on.

You'll find:

• Meats, Casseroles & Main Dishes: Mozzarella Meat Loaf, Lasagna, Chili and Meatball Casserole, Oven Fried Chicken, Crock-Pot favorites, Swedish Cabbage Rolls, and more.
• Salads & Vegetables: Seven Layer Salad, Layered Salad, Cauliflower Salad, Broccoli Casserole, Parmesan Potatoes, and classic sides.
• Cheeses & Eggs, fresh breads, decadent Desserts & Goodies, plus a Miscellaneous section loaded with soups, dips, sauces, appetizers, and party snacks.

Many recipes include handy tips (like seasoning cast iron or reducing spatter when frying) and reflect the era's popular flavors — think casseroles, Jell-O salads, crock-pot meals, and simple but satisfying comfort food.

Instant Digital Access – Two PDF Versions Included:

• High-Resolution PDF: Crisp, faithful reproduction of the original pages, complete with the book's layout, section illustrations, and warm vintage feel.
• Searchable PDF: Fully text-searchable so you can quickly find any recipe, ingredient, or dish by name.

Whether you're a collector of vintage cookbooks, looking for reliable everyday recipes, or want to recreate nostalgic Midwestern favorites, What's Cookin' at ABWA delivers authentic, member-approved dishes that still taste great today.

Download instantly and start cooking from this piece of ABWA history!

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