In the culinary realm, George Washington, the first president of the United States, stands as a figure of historical significance. His legacy extends beyond the political arena, encompassing a passion for delectable cuisine and a remarkable cookbook that offers a glimpse into his culinary preferences. This article presents a collection of appetizing recipes inspired by Washington's own cookbook. From the comforting warmth of his Virginia Spoon Bread to the zesty flavors of his Mock Turtle Soup, each recipe captures the essence of 18th-century American cuisine. Discover the secrets behind these culinary creations, honoring the legacy of President Washington while tantalizing your taste buds.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
GEORGE WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY CHERRY CAKE
My mother started making this recipe for George Washington's birthday when I was little. Chock full of cherries, chocolate chips and nuts, this moist cake is a winner any time of the year!
Provided by Laurie Johnson Gonzalez
Categories Desserts Cakes Bundt Cake Recipes Chocolate
Time 2h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Thoroughly grease a 9-inch Bundt® pan with shortening, then dust with flour. Shake off any excess flour from the pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until thoroughly combined. Gently mix in the cherry pie filling, chocolate chips and nuts, and scrape the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out with moist crumbs, about 1 hour. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then invert pan and remove cake. Allow cake to finish cooling on a rack; sprinkle lightly with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 21 g
GEORGE WASHINGTON CHOCOLATE CAKE
For anyone who loves chocolate and cherries!
Provided by LISA158
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes
Time 8h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 (9 inch) round pans. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside. In the top of a double boiler, heat chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm.
- In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then beat in melted chocolate. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the water and buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Finely chop cherries and fold in. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. Fill and frost with chocolate cherry frosting.
- For the frosting: In the top of a double boiler, heat chocolate, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm. In a large bowl, combine butter, confectioners' sugar, melted chocolate and almond extract. Cream with an electric mixer. Add reserved cherry juice by the tablespoon until frosting reaches desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.3 calories, Carbohydrate 100.7 g, Cholesterol 51.9 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 399.7 mg, Sugar 75.2 g
GEORGE WASHINGTON'S MORNING CORN CAKES
This is adapted from Crescent Dragonwagon's Cornbread Gospels. Dragonwagon cites Nelly Custis, Martha Washington's youngest granddaughter, gave an account of the first president's morning routine, which included getting up before sunrise, reading and writing until 7 a.m. in the summer, 7:30 a.m. in the winter, and then breakfasting on three of these cakes, "swimming in butter and honey."
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Breakfast
Time 12h3m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- The night before you plan to eat the corn cakes, combine 1 cup of the cornmeal, 1 1/2 cups of the lukewarm water, and the yeast in a medium-size nonreactive bowl. Whisk well; the mixture will be thin. Cover bowl tightly and let sit overnight in a warm place.
- The next morning, whisk in the remaining 1 cup cornmeal, salt, and one egg. Re-cover the bowl; let it stand 15-20 minutes (allowing the just-added cornmeal to absorb some of the liquid and soften a little bit).
- Check the consistency; it should be close to a thin pancake batter, not nearly liquid and not as thick as heavy cream. If you need to, add a little more lukewarm water to achieve this.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Oil lightly with a paper towel dipped in oil, or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Stir batter well; using a ladle, pour 3-4 thin, 3-inch pancakes onto the hot skillet. Batter will spread out fairly thin; if it doesn't sizzle a little as you pour it, skillet isn't hot enough. If it sizzles a lot, you may need to reduce heat.
- Now watch closely. Almost immediately you'll see little bubbles appear throughout. When the top surface is completely dry and edges are beginning to curling, flip one cake. It should be golden-brown, and nicely speckled. Cook about 1 minute for the first side and 30-50 seconds on the second side. Repeat with remaining cakes and batter. (Making sure to stir batter occasionally so it doesn't separate.).
- Serve with honey and butter, if desired.
GEORGE WASHINGTON'S CARROT CAKE
According to the "New York Cookbook", this cake was served on the occasion of British Evacuation Day on Nov. 25, 1783, at the Fraunces Tavern, in what is now known in Manhattan as the South Street Seaport area. George Washington was there, and this cake was named in his honour. I have not made this cake (although I have made similar), but am putting it up here as I seek out "american" and "new york" recipes in honour of the first anniversary of the September 11 tragedy.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350F; generously grease a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
- You can also use a Bundt pan, but make sure it is WELL greased.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; stir well and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine corn oil, sugar, beaten eggs and carrots; mix well.
- Add flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake in preheated oven until moist, but firm to the touch; about one hour.
- Cool in the pan, the remove from pan and dust with the icing sugar.
GEORGE WASHINGTON'S RICE WAFFLES
A great way to use leftover rice! I don't have a waffle iron right now, so placing here for safekeeping. Adapted from the USA Rice Foundation.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Breakfast
Time 23m
Yield 8 waffles
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sift the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt.
- Stir in the combined egg yolks, milk and butter. Beat just until smooth.
- Fold in rice and egg whites that have been beaten stiff but not dry.
- Bake in hot waffle iron.
- Honey Maple Syrup:
- Combine honey, maple syrup, caraway seed, cinnamon and butter; heat to boiling. Serve over waffles. Enjoy!
CAKE, GEORGE WASHINGTON CAKE RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by á-27150
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Grease a 9" round cake pan, and preheat the oven to 350°F. Combine the raisins, currants, and bourbon in a small bowl and microwave, loosely cov- ered, for 40 seconds. Set aside to cool. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating until incorporated after each addition. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl. Whisk together the flour, Clear Jel, baking powder, and spices, and add alternately with the milk, beating until the batter is fluffy. Stir in the dried fruit mixture with any remaining liquid, as well as the peel. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool on a rack for 10 minutes before removing from the pan. Brush with additional bourbon and cool completely before frosting. Yield: 20 servings. Nutrition information per serving (46g): 149 calories, 2g protein, 26g carbohydrates, 4g far, Ig fiber, 2g saturated fat, Og "trans tar, 28itigcholesrerol, 113mg sodium, 15g sugars, Omg vitamin C, l mg iron, 48mg calcium. Weight Watchers .Poifft~Plus: 4 points
GEORGE WASHINGTON POUND CAKE
This is really a wonderful cake. It's quite sweet but otherwise nearly perfect. Plain as it is, it's too good for a frosting or anything more than maybe a little ice cream, or some butter and jam on a slice that is toasted under a broiler. Originally this called for a 1/2 teaspoon each of vanilla and almond extracts, but I prefer it with only vanilla. Other flavors may be used, too. To make a lemon pound cake, eliminate the vanilla and use 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and the grated zest of 1 lemon.
Provided by Dropbear
Categories Dessert
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 12-cup pan, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Thoroughly grease and flour a 12-cup Bundt or tube pan, then shake out excess flour. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about three minutes in a stand mixer or more with a handheld mixer. Scrape down sides of the bowl once or twice. Add eggs one at a time, beating well about 30 seconds after each egg. In between additions of egg, scrape down sides of bowl to ensure thorough mixing of ingredients.
- Fold in cake flour. Add vanilla and salt. Pour mixture into prepared pan and bake 35 to 40 minutes, or just until a wooden toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen them as needed. Then turn the cake out on a rack to cool completely.
GEORGE WASHINGTON CHERRY COBBLER
WE lived on a farm with lots of fruit trees when I was growing up, and since Dad loved fruit, Mother prepared it often in many different ways. Blackberries or blueberries can also be used in this cobbler. -Juanita Sherwood, Charleston, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Stir in water until smooth. Add the cherries and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour into an 8-in. square baking dish; set aside. , For topping, in a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until moistened. , Drop by spoonfuls over the cherries; sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake at 400° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with ice cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GEORGE WASHINGTON'S MOTHER'S FERRY FARM MAPLE-HONEY SAUCE
An historical recipe. Ferry Farm was first American president George Washington's boyhood home, and Ferry Farm Sauce was a specialty of Washington's mother Martha Ball Washington. The sauce was served with rice waffles which were an old Virginia classic that originated during colonial times.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Sauces
Time 5m
Yield 1 1/2 cups of sauce
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat the honey and the maple syrup together slowly over hot water.
- Remove from heat and blend in 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Pour into a small pitcher or jug and serve warm over waffles or pancakes.
Tips:
- Quality Ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best taste and results. For instance, use ripe tomatoes for the tomato soup and fresh herbs for the dressings.
- Mise en Place: Prepare all ingredients and have them measured and ready before starting to cook. This will ensure smooth and efficient cooking.
- Follow Instructions: Read recipes carefully and follow the instructions precisely, especially for dishes like Hollandaise sauce and popovers, which require specific techniques.
- Proper Measurements: Use accurate measuring tools and follow the specified measurements in the recipes. Correct proportions are essential for successful dishes.
- Temperature Control: Pay attention to the cooking temperatures and adjust your stovetop or oven accordingly. Overheating can ruin delicate sauces like Hollandaise.
- Patience: Some recipes, like the marinating process for the salmon, require time to develop flavors. Be patient and allow the flavors to meld for the best results.
Conclusion:
Embarking on a culinary journey through the recipes of George Washington offers a unique glimpse into the tastes and culinary preferences of a founding father. From the comforting simplicity of the tomato soup to the sophisticated elegance of the Hollandaise sauce, these recipes provide a delightful blend of history and gastronomy. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, these recipes offer an opportunity to connect with the past and create delicious meals that honor the legacy of George Washington.
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