Back in October, I blogged on some resources for those who are interested in incorporating meals into their church activities/ministry outreaches. I have recently found an outstanding cookbook that would be a great asset to any ministry that needs inexpensive and easy recipes for a crowd.

Elaine Robinson, a pastor’s wife, compiled this cookbook from her own recipes as well as the recipes of her friends from around the country. The recipes are clearly written, and many are specifically proportioned for groups of 10-25, making doubling recipes a lot less risky.

The recipes are first organized according to the type of event the recipe is best suited for, and then the type of dish (i.e. main dishes, soups, salads, desserts, punches, etc). This is a great feature for those who are new to cooking for events/crowds. In addition, the recipes are pretty sturdy: They aren’t going to suffer much from being frozen, reheated, or sitting out for awhile. Newbie cooks, as well as those more experienced in the culinary arts, can use this book to plan meals with confidence.