National Geographic National Parks Cookbook

This mouthwatering cookbook includes 100 recipes inspired by the lodges, restaurants, and ingredients of America’s 63 national parks. From Acadia National Park’s historic popovers—first served in the 1890s—to Grand Teton’s comforting chili, this collection tells the story of the National Parks one mouthwatering bite after another. Bring your food memories home from your next vacation with 100 dishes inspired by the concession stands, beloved lodges, and mom-and-pop favorites throughout the National Park System. From classic dishes such as Shenandoah’s Mile-High Blackberry Ice Cream Pie to celebrated ingredients grown in and around the parks (think all things huckleberry in Glacier), each recipe pays homage to the parks' unique nature and beauty. Other recipes include:Great Basin’s breakfast burritosCuyahoga Valley’sTrapp Family roasted chickenOlympic’s clam chowderZion’s Navajo tacosDeath Valley’s freshly baked date-nut breadThe Badlands' griddled squash saladGrand Canyon’s blue corn pancakesHot Spring’s beer cheese dip and smash burgersSaguaro’s Sonoran hot dogs...and more! Fascinating historical details offer a glimpse at the heritage of each dish and the parks themselves. You’ll be craving your next trip to the parks once this cookbook is in your kitchen.