The collection is open for research.
The copyright status of this collection is unknown. Copyright restrictions may apply. Contact Special Collections and University Archives for assistance in determining the use of these materials.
Reproduction or digitization of materials for personal or research use can be requested using our reproduction/digitization form: http://bit.ly/scuareproduction.
Reproduction or digitization of materials for publication or exhibit use can be requested using our publication/exhibition form: http://bit.ly/scuapublication.
Please contact Special Collections and University Archives (specref@vt.edu or 540-231-6308) if you need assistance with forms or to submit a completed form.
Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: Manuscript Cookbook, 1925, 1964, Ms2025-080, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.
The collection was purchased by Special Collections and University Archives in November 2017.
The processing, arrangement, and description of the Manuscript Cookbook was completed in September 2025.
This is a book of hand-written recipes given to Doris by her mother, dated in April 1925. It contains an index covering categories such as: preserves, soups, breads, cakes, puddings, cheese dishes, desserts, and drinks. However, the bulk of the recipes are for baked goods and desserts.
In addition, the recipe book included a 1964 Randolph-Macon Alumnae Association luncheon menu with recipes for casseroles, risotto, and tossed salad. Individual recipes are attributed, likely to members of the association.
The guide to the Manuscript Cookbook by Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, is licensed under a CC0 (