Square Dancing/Quilting Bee Foods

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 As I reminisced about the square dancing of my youth and it’s connection to quilting bees in Square Dancing and Quilting Bees, I recalled some of the recipes of my youth. I also have two cookbooks that the ladies of my childhood community put together as church fundraisers.

Here’s a recipe they might have made to sell at the community square dance refreshment table.  Just going through the names of the contributors brought back memories of my growing up years.

Louise’s Chocolate Crackles would have been a hit with chocolate lovers.  Here is my variation upon Louise’s theme.

Combine 1 box Devil’s food or deep chocolate cake mix (1 lb. 2.5 oz.), 2 slightly beaten eggs, 1 tablespoon water, ½ cup vegetable shortening.  Stir in 1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, if desired.  Mix together well. Shape into balls the size of walnuts and roll in granulated sugar.

Place on greased cookie sheet and bake about 350 degrees F. for 8-10 minutes until crackled and done. (Some recipes for this type of cookie recommend baking at 375 degrees F.)

©2008 Mary Emma Allen