Virginia Recipes

Bless, O Lord, this food to our use and us to thy service,
and keep us ever mindful of the needs of others.
In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Senate Bean Soup

A Washington, D.C., tradition.

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Chicken mushrooms are a rare delicacy found in the Virginia woods.

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These cookies have been a family favorite for generations.

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Recipes from Grandma Sweet including Chili Con Carne, French Dressing, Strawberry Shortcake and more!

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A Colonial treat and a great side dish with soup or stew.

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Some of our favorites include the Hurricane, Password, and Sloe Gin Fizz.

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The Great Cake was a favorite at Mount Vernon.

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A pork tenderloin and apple pie adapted from Hannah Glasse’s Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy.