Spanning nineteen thousand square miles of central Nebraska, the Sand Hills--North America's largest sand dune--is held in place by only a thin, sturdy layer of native prairie grasses and continuing faith that the land can be made prosperous by its residents. Settlers in the area had to be hardy and resourceful, making use of what the land provided and holding fast when their hard work blew away with the prairie winds. From foraging to ranching, food meant survival, but it also meant community. Staples like fried chicken, biscuits, fruit pies, preserves and cakes all play a role in the fascinating story of the region. Join food writer Christianna Reinhardt as she dishes up the unique and tasty history of this exceptional part of the world.

Author: Christianna Reinhardt
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: History Press
Published: 08/05/2014
Series: American Palate
Pages: 144
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 9.01h x 6.06w x 0.35d
ISBN: 9781626195561

About the Author
Reinhardt, Christianna: - Christianna Reinhardt spent her early childhood in Loup County, Nebraska. A writer and television producer, she has written for publications such as Saveur, Specialty Food Magazine and Omaha World-Herald, as well as blogs at BurwellGeneralStore.com. The Emmy-nominated television producer has worked with top culinary talent Tyler Florence, Giada DiLaurentiis, Guy Fieri and Aida Mollenkamp, and writes and directs television and online lifestyle content for Food Network, Cooking Channel, Travel Channel and Yahoo!