Best of the Best from Utah Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Utah's Favorite Cookbooks

Gwen McKee compiles recipes from sixty-six Utah cookbooks into a single paperback volume. This collection showcases the state’s culinary heritage through dishes that reflect its landscape and history. The book offers over three hundred selections, ranging from Spicy Southwestern Chowder to Indian Paint Brush Salad. Readers will find practical options like Bread on a Stick for campfire gatherings alongside sweet treats such as Grandma's Candied Apple Dumplings, Cherry Chewbilees, and Chocolate Snowballs. The volume includes photographs and facts that emphasize Utah’s strong sense of heritage and state pride. McKee organizes the content to highlight these regional traditions without imposing a rigid chronological structure. Instead, the recipes stand as individual contributions from various authors whose works are listed in a special section at the back. This section also provides ordering information for collectors interested in sourcing the original contributing cookbooks. This book suits those who appreciate regional American cuisine and have an interest in Utah’s food history. It may not appeal to readers seeking modern, fusion-style cooking or international dishes. The focus remains strictly on the selected recipes and the cultural context provided by McKee. The inclusion of specific dessert names and savory staples offers a clear view into the state’s domestic cooking traditions.