2015 Summer Reading Program: Favorite Food Memories

Charity Muse, DSC staff member

Growing up, every single Sunday afternoon, we had "Sunday Dinner" at my grandparents' house. My aunts, uncles, grandparents, and my family were all there. The oven, counters, and large country kitchen table would be full of food. As a small child, I always got excited to help "Nanny" (my grandmother) with the cornbread and slaw. Sometimes, we would go on walks or play games after we ate. I still cherish those times with extended family.It was a fantastic way to spend childhood.

Lee Ann Cline, Librarian

One thing I remember most when my grandmother would cook something is the fact that she seldom seemed to use measuring spoons or a measuring cup. It was always a little of this, just a pinch of that, or a handful of something. When she would let me help and she would teach me her recipe’s, I would ask her how she knew how much to use. Her reply was simple, she just did. I know it was from years of experience and I now find myself doing the same with my daughters on a few things I cook. However, mine will never be as good as my grandmother’s.

Diane Bearden, Library Assistant

I have fond memories of delicious meals and great times with family and friends. My mother made delicious Chicken and Dumplings, whether it was Thanksgiving or just a cold winter evening, it is a great comfort food. My mother-in-law was a great Southern cook and enjoyed cooking for her family. At Christmas she had a tradition of baking a Japanese Fruit Cake. On Easter, we enjoyed her delicious 3-layer Coconut Cake decorated with jelly beans. Another great Southern dessert is Banana Pudding. My aunt made this a Sunday lunch tradition with her family. I remember looking forward to that sweet banana pudding when visiting her.

Barbara Jones, Librarian

Christmas breakfast is a tradition at my parents' house. For as long as I can remember, it's been my job to fry platters of country ham, My mother makes pans and pans of homemade buttermilk biscuits, and one of my sisters-in-laws fries the potatoes and scrambles eggs. There are homemade jams and jellies for the biscuits, and chocolate gravy is the highlight for the grandchildren and great grandchildren and for me.