Collection Timeline

1884 to 200X

1884
Cookbook by Mary B. Welch, Instructor, Domestic Economy, Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts, Ames, Iowa. Among the contributors are other professors from Iowa State College, including Professor of Pathology and Histology Dr. D. S. Fairchild; Professor of Chemistry Thomas E. Pope; and Professor of Physics J. K. Macomber.

1889
Book on preparing corn (maize) dishes by Mary S. Scott.

1890
Guide to cooking, housekeeping, and care of the sick, published by Mrs. Hattie A. Burr of Boston to support the women's suffrage movement. The foreword notes that many of the contributors are "eminent in their professions as teachers, lecturers, physicians, ministers, and authors." This copy is missing pages 65 and 66.

1895
Recipes compiled by women of Christ Church Parish, Burlington, Iowa.

1896
This facsimile reprint of a cookbook compiled by the ladies of Grinnell for the Free Library of Grinnell includes a history of the library, a catalogue of the collection, and advertisements.
This cookbook compiled by the Woman's Society of the Congregational Church in Mason City, Iowa includes a recipe clipping and advertisements.

1902
Recipes compiled by the Women of the Friends' Building Association of the Friends' Church in Oskaloosa, Iowa.
Recipes for preparing Sinclair's Fidelity products, compiled by Janet McKenzie Hill, editor of "The Boston Cooking-School Magazine of Culinary Science and Domestic Economics."

1903
Recipes compiled by the Ladies' Cemetery Association of Elgin, Iowa. An alternate title on the cover reads "L.C.A. cook book."
A community-compiled cookbook created as a benefit for the Des Moines Missionary Sewing School. This 1903 publication features recipes contributed by local women, alongside advertisements for local businesses and religious commentary from the American Sunday-School Union.

1906
Recipes compiled by Chapter M. of the P.E.O. Sisterhood under the direction of executive committee members Dickie Cornell Gebhardt and Maude Gilson Mentzer. An alternate title on the cover reads "Tested recipes."
Honey preparation and recipes containing honey, created by Western Honey Producers of Sioux City, Iowa.
Recipes compiled by the Redfield Women's Club, Redfield, Iowa. An alternate title on the cover reads "Redfield cook book."

1912
This cookbook compiled by the ladies of Greenwood Church in Des Moines, Iowa includes household tips and advertisements.

1914
This cookbook compiled by the Ideal Embroidery Club in Atlantic, Iowa includes advertisements.

1915
Written by Elizabeth Kleber (Mrs. L. O. Kleber) and published by the Equal Franchise Federation of Western Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh. This copy was given to Carrie Chapman Catt according to a handwritten note inside the cover: "To Mrs. Carrie Chapman Catt from the editress, Elizabeth Kleber, August the twenty-third."
A community cookbook compiled in 1915 by the Ladies Aid Society of the First Congregational Church in Creston, Iowa. Includes a variety of recipes contributed by local women, advertisements from area businesses.

1916
This cookbook compiled by the Methodist Ladies’ Aid Society in Thornton, Iowa includes advertisements, handwritten recipes, and recipe clippings.

1920
Recipes contributed by the "famous" cooks of Pella, Iowa, and compiled by the Ladies' Auxiliary of Central College.

1922
Recipes contributed by women of the Keosauqua, Iowa, region and compiled by the Second Committee of the Dorcas Society of the Christian Church. An alternate title on the cover reads "Keosauqua cook book and business directory. Second edition."

1923
Community cookbook compiled in 1923 by the Philathea Society of the Whiting Congregational Church in Whiting, Iowa. Includes recipes for breads, cakes, desserts, beverages, and more. The book also reflects the early 20th-century culinary traditions and social practices of Midwestern church groups.

1924
This cookbook was compiled by the McGregor, Iowa, Tourist Club. It contains cookie recipes.

1925
This cookbook compiled by the Daughters of Martha Sunday School Class includes a history of the church, recipe clippings, and advertisements.

1927
Cookbook compiled by the Philadora Society of the Christian Church in Sigourney, Iowa. The book includes writings about the art of cooking and different pieces of advice. There are also helpful hints for house keeping and cleaning. The recipes include sauces, canning, poultry, cakes, and meats.
This cookbook was published in 1927 by the Ladies Aid Society of the Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church, Swedesburg, Iowa. It includes sections for Swedish dishes, cooking for the sick, and household hints. Other sections include recipes for escalloped dishes, puddings, dumplings, sandwiches, pickles, and meats.

1928
This cookbook compiled by the Women of Delaware County Farm Bureau includes advertisements.

1935
This cookbook was compiled by the Orphans' Aid Society of the St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church. It includes instructions on table setting and serving, first aid, and household hints. It also recipes for appetizers, breads, canning, soups, desserts, German recipes, one-dish meals, chop suey, and chow mein.

1936
This cookbook was compiled by two guilds at Trinity Cathedral in Davenport, Iowa. It includes recipes for dinners and lunches, egg and cheese dishes, breads, puddings, desserts, refrigerator recipes, pickles, and jams. It also includes recipes for sauces and helpful hints for cleaning and cooking.
This cookbook was compiled by the Willing Workers Society of the Frankville Community Church. It includes recipes for one-dish meals, breads, pickles, puddings, cakes, salads, and meats. It also contains recipes for soap.

1938
This cookbook compiled by the Denison Band Parents Association includes advertisements, household tips, and an additional handwritten recipe at the end.
This cookbook compiled by the Ladies Aid Society of the Colo Methodist Church includes handwritten recipes, recipe clippings, and advertisements.

1939
This cookbook is compiled by the Business & Professional Women's Club in Centerville, Iowa.

1940
A community cookbook compiled in 1940 by the Ladies Aid Society of the Christian Church in Delta, Iowa. The cookbook features recipes from local contributors and advertisements from regional businesses.
This cookbook compiled by the Ladies Aid Society of the First Lutheran Church in Des Moines, Iowa includes advertisements.

1941
This cookbook compiled by the Gosport Methodist Church includes advertisements and household tips.

1942
This cookbook was compiled by the Women's Society of Christian Service in the Delta Methodist Church. It includes recipes for cakes, cookies, meat, desserts, pickles, and canning.

1946
A community cookbook compiled in 1946 by the Crescent Club of St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church in Ackley, Iowa. The book includes recipes contributed by club members and advertisements from local businesses.

1947
A community cookbook by the Buck Creek Methodist Basement Club in Hopkinton, Iowa. It contains recipes from local contributors, along with advertisements from area businesses.

1948
This cookbook compiled by the Women's Society of the Delta Methodist Church includes a history of the church and advertisements.
This cookbook compiled by the Women's Society of Christian Service in Mingo, Iowa includes a wide variety of handwritten and typed recipes for breads, cakes, meats, vegetables, and desserts, alongside local advertisements.
Cookbook compiled by the Women's Auxiliary of Central College. Includes sections on beverages, breads, meats, Dutch cuisine, and soups. Some sections also have general hints and information on cooking.
This cookbook was compiled by the band boosters in New Sharon, Iowa. It includes recipes for appetizers, canning, soups, salads, main dishes, beverages, and bread. There are also sections with beauty and household hint, and a section about weight control by James D. Orr, which includes caloric tables and recipes for weight gain and loss.

1949
A community cookbook published in 1949 by members of the American Legion Auxiliary, James Murphy Unit 319 of Keswick, Iowa. Includes a variety of regional and national recipes contributed by local women, reflecting mid-20th-century domestic food culture and community traditions. Advertisements from local businesses are also included.
This cookbook compiled by the Women's Society of the Libertyville Methodist Church includes a history of the church, photographs, advertisements, household tips, and four additional handwritten recipes.
This cookbook compiled by the Mahaska County King's Daughters and Sons includes a list of organization officers and advertisements.

1950
A community cookbook compiled in 1950 by the Slifer Ladies’ Aid of the Church of the Brethren in Slifer, Iowa. Includes recipes contributed by local women and community advertisements.
A community cookbook compiled in 1950 by the Woman’s Society of Christian Service of the Methodist Church in Blakesburg, Iowa. It includes prayers, local advertisements, and a wide variety of regional recipes contributed by members of the congregation and community.
This cookbook compiled by the Farley American Legion Auxiliary includes a list of Auxiliary presidents, advertisements, and a handwritten recipe at the beginning.

1951
A compilation of 1,001 household hints on baking, sewing, canning, gardening, and more. Sponsored by the Women's Guild of St. Peter's Evangelical and Reformed Church in Franklin, Iowa, this guide reflects mid-20th-century domestic practices in rural American life.
A community cookbook compiled in 1951 by the Women's Union of the First Baptist Church in Boone, Iowa. Includes locally contributed recipes for pickles, relishes, salads, soups, and more. Also includes caloric and diet section by Dr. James D Orr. Features advertisements from regional businesses and reflects mid-century food culture and community practices in Boone County.
This cookbook compiled by the Radcliffe American Legion Auxiliary includes photographs, advertisements, and household tips.
This cookbook compiled by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary to Floyd Foster Post 2060 in Perry, Iowa includes advertisements and household tips.
A cookbook compiled by the Orient Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star in Manchester, Iowa. Along with recipes, it includes sample menus for a variety of diets, a list of vegetable varieties that are good for freezing, hints on cooking frozen foods, and tips on cooking for large amounts of people. The book is also filled with handwritten and typed recipes that have been added by the owner, and a list of birthdays and Christmas card recipients.

1952
A community cookbook compiled in 1952 by the Bethel Aid Society of the Evangelical United Brethren Church in Russell, Iowa. This volume features a diverse array of recipes contributed by church members, highlighting local culinary traditions, particularly those involving preserved foods and wild game recipes. It also features advertisements from local businesses, reflecting mid-century rural life in southern Iowa.
A community cookbook compiled in 1952 by the Woman’s Society of Christian Service (W.S.C.S.) of the Lacey Methodist Church in Lacey, Iowa. Includes recipes contributed by members of the church and advertisements from local businesses.
A community cookbook compiled by members of St. Joseph’s Guild of Elkader, Iowa. It contains a wide array of recipes organized by type, contributed by local individuals, and includes advertisements from regional businesses.
This cookbook compiled by the Young Married Couples Club of St. John's Catholic Church in Delhi, Iowa includes advertisements.
This cookbook compiled by the Keokuk Lodge No. 13 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Colfax Rebekah Lodge No. 4 includes information about the organizations, handwritten recipes, advertisements, and household tips.

1953
A community cookbook compiled by the women of the First Congregational Church in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This book features a curated selection of regional recipes for casseroles, salads, desserts, and more, intended for use in club gatherings, church circles, and community events.

1955
Community cookbook compiled by the Women’s Society of Christian Service in Colo, Iowa. It features recipes contributed by local women, including appetizers, breads, desserts, main dishes, and beverages. The publication includes acknowledgments to contributors and advertisements from local businesses.
A community cookbook compiled by the American Legion Auxiliary in What Cheer, Iowa, in 1955. Includes locally contributed recipes and advertisements from area businesses.
This cookbook compiled by the Extension Service of the Jefferson County Farm Bureau includes advertisements.

1956
A community cookbook compiled by members of Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church in Atlantic, Iowa. The book features regional and international recipes—especially for baked goods—and highlights cultural contributions from Norway, Denmark, and Germany.
This bookbook by the Ackley Band Mothers contains recipes for TV snacks, soups, salads, casseroles, sandwiches, and candies.

1958
A community cookbook compiled by Deborah from First Christian Church in Sioux City, Iowa, featuring a collection of recipes for meats, vegetables, desserts, and other home-cooked dishes. Includes household tips, meal planning guides, and acknowledgments to national food organizations.
A community cookbook compiled by Circles 13 and 14 of the Women’s Society of Christian Service of Grace Methodist Church, Des Moines, Iowa. Sections include appetizers, breads, desserts, meats, and more, reflecting mid-century Midwestern food culture and religious life.

1959
This cookbook compiled by the Women's Activity Committee of the Mason City Council of the Telephone Pioneers of America includes household tips.

1960
This cookbook compiled by the Waterloo Branch of the American Association of University Women includes advertisements.
This is the second cookbook compiled by the Woman's Society of Christian Service at the Methodist Church in West Des Moines. It includes sections with recipes for breads, cakes, desserts, meats and casseroles, outdoor cooking, salads, preserving, and quantity cooking.

1961
This cookbook compiled by the Women's Society of Christian Service of the Methodist Church in Ames, Iowa includes a list of organization and church staff.

1962
This book contains several recipes, as well as pages for tracking insurance, Christmas cards, dates, birthdays, names and addresses and other useful information. The recipes include breads, appetizers, pastries, puddings, poultry, game, seafood, and soups.

1963
A cookbook compiled by the Woman's Society of Christian Service at the Methodist Church in Shenandoah, Iowa. It includes hints for cooking and cleaning, and recipes for appetizers, snacks, international food, and recipes for children. There are also recipes for holiday dishes, frozen foods, leftover foods, and main dishes.
This cookbook was compiled by the Z.C.B.J. Drill team in Cedar Rapids. It focuses especially on Czech recipes. It includes sections for breads, candies, canning, dumplines, kolaches, casserols, sweet rolls, vegetables and pies. It also has information about various spices, and cooking hints.

1964
A cookbook compiled by Malta Chapter Number 415 of the Order of the Eastern Star. The book includes recipes for meats, desserts, one-dish meals, and vegetables. It also has many poems, verses, and quotations.
A cookbook compiled by members of St. John's United Church of Christ for its 100th anniversary. It includes recipes for breads, candy, cookies, desserts, main dishes, sandwiches, and sides. A section of handwritten and clipped recipes follows the printed content.
This cookbook was created by the St. Francis Rosary Society of the St. Francis Catholic Parish. It includes a history of the church and associated school, and has recipes from nuns and graduates in the parish. It includes recipe sections for Lenten meals, meats and casseroles, breads, candies, canning, and desserts. It also has a variety of hints for cooking, cleaning, and other household activities.

1965
Community cookbook created and compiled by the women of the Bethany Lutheran Church in McCallsburg, Iowa, in 1965. The collection includes a variety of recipes for beverages, breads, rolls, and desserts.

1966
A community cookbook created to commemorate the 100th anniversary (1866–1966) of the United Church of Christ in Belmond, Iowa. Includes appetizers, breads, meats, desserts, and household tips, contributed by church members. The book also includes a dedication in response to the 1966 Belmond tornado.
This cookbook compiled by the American Lutheran Church Women of the East Clermont Lutheran Church includes a history of the congregation and a clipping of recipes.
A cookbook compiled by the Rachel Circle at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Ellsworth, Iowa. Includes graces to be said at meals, and various dessert and meat recipes, as well as recipes for large numbers of people.

1967
This cookbook compiled by the Jefferson County, Iowa Farm Bureau Women's Committee commemorates fifty years of the Farm Bureau in Jefferson County and includes the Farm Bureau creed.
A cookbook compiled by the Altar and Rosary Society Circle Number 3, of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Includes recipes for cakes, desserts, cookies, main dishes, and salads.

1968
This cookbook compiled by the Marquette American Legion Auxiliary includes a history of the organization and advertisements.
This cookbook compiled by the Foster Grandparent Club at Glenwood State Hospital-School includes household tips.
This cookbook was compiled by the youth group at the Douglas Avenue Presbyterian Church. It includes recipes for bars and cookies, cakes, breads, casseroles, puddings, salads, relish, and snacks.

1969
This cookbook compiled by the Des Moines Area Council for International Understanding includes a history of the organization.
A compilation of favorite salad and casserole recipe from the women of the St. Mary of Nazareth Rosary Society.

196X
This cookbook compiled by William Penn College Delta Epsilon includes a list of the cookbook committee.
This cookbook compiled by the Elk Horn Lutheran Church includes advertisements.
This cookbook compiled by the Altar & Rose Society of St. Mary's Catholic Church includes a list of organization officers and advertisements.

1970
This cookbook was compiled to celebrate the centenary of Walnut, Iowa. It includes a section of recipes from the "pioneer" days, and another section of recipes from first ladies of the United States and Iowa. Other sections include recipes from other states, international recipes, and recipes for cakes, casseroles, quick meals, fish, salads, soups, and canning.

1971
A community cookbook created in celebration of Adair, Iowa's centennial (1872–1972). Compiled by women from seven local churches, the book includes tested recipes, historical vignettes about Adair's past—including the Jesse James train robbery—and traditional household tips.
This cookbook compiled by the Mahaska County Porkettes includes a list of organization objectives.
A cookbook compiled to raise funds for the Holt Memorial Orphanage, a Korean adoption agency. The book includes recipes for Korean and other international cuisines, desserts, casseroles, meats, and cakes.

1972
A community cookbook compiled by members of the St. Mary’s Altar and Rosary Society of Lone Tree, Iowa, for the town's centennial celebration in 1972. Contains submitted recipes, cooking tips, and household hints contributed by local homemakers and friends.
This cookbook was compiled to celebrate the centennial anniversary of Spring Run Church. It includes one hundred year old recipes, and current recipes and household hints. It includes recipes for appetizers, breads, canning, cookies, meats and casseroles, salads, and soups and sandwiches.
This cookbook was compiled by the Iowa State Federation of Square Dance and Round Dance Clubs, to celebrate the 21st National Square Dance Convention, held in Des Moines in June 1972. It includes information about the state of Iowa and the organization. It includes recipes for beverages, snacks, breads, cakes, candy, vegetables, meats, and salad.

1973
A community cookbook published in 1973 by St. Mary’s Church in Manchester, Iowa. Compiled by the Rosary Society and parish members, this volume contains a variety of recipes ranging from breads and casseroles to desserts and meat dishes.
Community cookbook created by members of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Sigourney, Iowa. Includes a historical overview of the church and recipes contributed by congregation members.
This cookbook compiled by the Women of Pomeroy Covenant Church includes a photograph of the church and household tips.

1974
Community cookbook created by the St. Boniface – St. Mary's Altar and Rosary Society in Farmington, Iowa. Includes recipes, cooking guides, household tips, and charts on food preparation. Published in memory of Nedra Benjamin.
A community cookbook published by the Ames Professional Chapter of Women in Communications, Inc., featuring recipes for gatherings of family and friends. Compiled to support journalism student awards at Iowa State University, the book includes a variety of appetizers, main dishes, and desserts, many contributed by members and friends.
This cookbook compiled by the Guttenberg Hospital Auxiliary includes a history of the organization.
This cookbook compiled by the Women's Auxiliary of Central College includes information about Dutch design and Dutch cooking.
This cookbook was compiled by the United Methodist Women of Onawa, Iowa. It includes recipes for pickles, relishes, vegetables, poultry, pastries, cakes, desserts, candy, jelly, and casseroles. It also contains cooking hints, information about the caloric content of food, and hints about cooking for large numbers of people.

1975
A cookbook compiled by the Oakland, Iowa, Historical Society for the bicentennial of the American Revolution. The society purchased a building for the Nishna Neritage Museum. Recipes include desserts, cookies, cakes, and pickles.
A cookbook compiled by the women of the Palestine Lutheran Church in Huxley, Iowa. Includes recipes for large numbers of people, pickles and jellies, and foreign foods, especially Scandinavian cuisine.

1976
A community cookbook compiled by members of the Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ in Des Moines, Iowa, commemorating the Bicentennial of the United States in 1976. Includes tested recipes contributed by church members.
This cookbook compiled by the Low-Rent Housing Agency of Ottumwa, Iowa includes photographs of the three hi-rise buildings managed by the agency.
A cookbook compiled by the Midest Old Settlers & Threshers Association in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. It includes basic cooking and household tips, ingredient converstions, and recipes for baking, canning, desserts, and a section of "old fashioned recipes."

1977
A community cookbook compiled by members of the Bethany Manor Auxiliary in Story City, Iowa, featuring resident, staff, and community-submitted recipes. Includes sections on breads, main dishes, desserts, foreign foods, and preservation recipes. Created in support of the Bethany Manor retirement community.
A book of recipes from residents of Ottumwa, Iowa. It includes a table of kitchen measures and conversions, and recipes for breads, desserts, cakes, candies, appetizers, and sauces.
This cookbook was compiled by the Ruth Circle of the Nevada United Methodist Church. Includes many recipes for desserts, cakes, and cookies, and also recipes for main dishes and salads.

1979
This cookbook compiled by the Ames American Legion Auxiliary includes household tips.
This book of cookie recipes was compiled by the Adah Circle of United Methodist Women at the First United Methodist Church in Fort Madison, Iowa.

197X
This cookbook compiled by the Elkader Jaycee-ettes includes advertisements.

1980~
A community cookbook compiled by the Boone County Charter Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA), featuring contributed recipes from members, including main dishes, salads, desserts, and holiday treats. Includes organizational history, noting scholarship support for women in business since 1970. Cover title. "2nd Annual Harvest Moon Extravaganza."

1981
A community cookbook compiled by the Pioneer Partners of the Hawkeye Chapter #17, Telephone Pioneers of America. It includes a variety of recipes submitted by members, categorized into appetizers, main dishes, vegetables, breads, desserts, and beverages. The book also reflects the chapter’s history and its involvement in community service.
This cookbook was compiled by the United Presbyterian Church in Sigourney, Iowa. It includes recipes for breadsk, cakes, cookies, desserts, main dishes, party food, pastries, and salads.

1982
A community cookbook published in 1982 by the Bagley Culture Club to commemorate the town’s centennial. It includes recipes contributed by residents, past and present, and features local illustrations and notes of gratitude from the organizing committee. Cover title. "100 years' good eating recipes from the countrys best cooks."
A community cookbook compiled by employees of the Peterson [Petersen]-Harned-Von Maur department store at the Valley West location, featuring family recipes, cooking tips, food preparation charts, and entertaining guides.
A community cookbook compiled for the Coggon, Iowa quasquicentennial in 1982, including local recipes, historical sketches, and photographs. Contains contributions from local citizens and a historical essay by Helen S. Kurth.
This cookbook compiled by the Plymouth Circle of the Congregational United Church of Christ in Denmark, Iowa includes a list of organization officers and members.
A cookbook compiled by the Midest Old Settlers & Threshers Association in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. It includes basic cooking tips, and sections with featured recipes, wild game, microwave and crockpot, and "for men only."
A cookbook dedicated to the people of Winthrop, Iowa. Includes a brief history of the town. Recipes include breads, meats, microwave meals, casseroles, and desserts, cakes, and pies. Also has information about cooking for large groups.
A cookbook compiled by the Young Attorneys' Wives of Polk County, with both "plain" and "fancy" recipes. Includes a section of recipes by local chefs, media personalities, and politicians.
This cookbook was created by the Friends of the Octagon Center of the Arts to raise funds. It includes recipes for hot and cold soups, breads, spreads, and snacks.

1984
This cookbook compiled by the Boone County Democratic Women includes photographs and a list of organization officers.
This cookbook compiled by the Adel Open Bible Church in Adel, Iowa includes a list of church officers.
Community cookbook compiled by residents of Eddyville, Iowa, including recipes for cheeseballs, pickles, desserts, and special diets.
This cookbook was created to raise funds for the Des Moines Sweet Adelines to raise money to go to an international competition in Kansas City. It includes hints about baking, cooking,a nd house cleaning. The book has sections for low-calorie recipes, and recipes for casseroles, appetizers, main dishes, microwave cooking, breads, and cakes.

1986
This cookbook compiled by the First Baptist Church in Centerville, Iowa includes household tips.
This cookbook compiled by the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs includes a list of organization officers.
This cookbook compiled by the Good Samaritan Center in Keosauqua, Iowa includes household tips.
A cookbook compiled by the Rockwell City Music Boosters for the music department of Rockwell City Community Schools. Includes microwave recipes and recipes for soups, salads, desserts, and casseroles.
This cookbook was compiled for the 125th anniversary of St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Oxford Junction, Iowa. It includes a section on hints for cleaning, cooking, and laundry. Recipe sections include appetizers, canning and freezing, main dishes, desserts, and microwave meals.

1987
This cookbook compiled by the Waterloo Metro Women's Bowling Association is being sold to support the Women's State Bowling Tournament being held in Waterloo in 1988.
This cookbook was compiled by the Iowa Fish & Game Officers Association. It contains recipes for game including fowl, turtles, venison, fish, and beaver.

1988
This cookbook compiled by the Keokuk County Emergency Medical Services Association includes the EMS pledge and household tips.

1989
This cookbook compiled by the Waverly Heritagefest Committee includes anecdotes, children's drawings, and household tips.

198X
This cookbook compiled by the Altrusa Club of Oskaloosa includes advertisements.

1990
A community cookbook published in 1990 by the Ames YWCA in celebration of its 10th anniversary. The book features chocolate-based recipes contributed by members and friends of the YWCA, alongside quotes and reflections that emphasize women's voices, empowerment, and shared culinary traditions.
This cookbook compiled by the Wyoming United Methodist Church in recognition of the 135th anniversary of the founding of the church and the 100th anniversary of the church building includes a history of the church and household tips.
This cookbook compiled by the First United Methodist Church in Creston, Iowa was published to raise money for the organ fund.

1991
This cookbook was compiled by the Iowa Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs. It includes text on famous Iowa women from history. Recipes include appetizers, breakfast, alcoholic beverages, main dishes, side dishes, pies, and desserts.

1992
This cookbook compiled by the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library includes lyrics to the ninety-nine county song and household tips.
A collection of four church cookbooks from various women's societies affiliated with the Boxholm Methodist Episcopal Church. It includes Swedish recipes, one-dish recipes, recipes for quantity cooking, casseroles, egg dishes, soups, fish, meats, pickles, and sandwiches. There are also cleaning tips.
This cookbook was compiled by the children and parents of the Apple Tree Children's Centers. It includes sections for beverages, breads, desserts, main dishes, soups, snacks, and vegetables.

1993
This cookbook compiled by the Presbyterian Women, First Presbyterian Church in Dallas Center, Iowa includes household tips and advertisements.

1994
Community cookbook created by members of St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Bode, Iowa. Includes Norwegian-American recipes, church traditions, and poems.
This cookbook compiled by the Illyria Community Church in Elgin, Iowa includes a history of the church.
This cookbook compiled by the Lima Union Church in Lima, Iowa includes a history of the church, a history of the unincorporated community, photographs, and facsimiles.

1995
A community cookbook compiled by the Appanoose County Sesquicentennial Commission to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Appanoose County and the State of Iowa. It contains recipes submitted by residents, as well as historical content about the county, its people, and significant events.
This cookbook compiled by the Ames Altrusa Club includes a history of the organization and household tips.
This cookbook compiled by the Dowling High School Parents Guild includes botanical illustrations and a recipe clipping.
This cookbook was compiled to celebrate the Titonka, Iowa, centennial anniversary. It includes recipes for appetizers, brunch, casseroles, candies, perserving, and vegetables. It also has useful tips and recipes for cooking and cleaning.

1996
A cookbook compiled by Cookbook Committee of the St. Anthony's Catholic Church Altar and Rosary Society. The book includes cooking hints for each section. Recipes include appetizers, main dishes, meatless main dishes, breads, salads, soups, and desserts.

1997
This cookbook compiled by the Bells of St. Paul includes household tips.
This cookbook compiled by Sacred Heart Church of Meyer, Iowa includes a history of the church and household tips.
This cookbook was compiled by the Boone High School Yearbook staff. It includes facts about the school's history. Recipes include breads, cakes, bars, breakfast, desserts, main dishes, soups, and vegetables. There are also cooking and cleaning hints.
This cookbook was compiled to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames. It includes a section on the church's history. There are recipe sections on breads, salads, soups, main and side dishes, vegetarian dishes, and desserts.

1998
This cookbook compiled by the Estherville Lutheran Church Women includes church information and household tips.
A cookbook compiled in a collaboration between St. Joseph's Catholic Church and St. Bernadette's Catholic Church, with a history of both churches included. Recipe sections include appetizers, salads, cookies, main dishes, soups, and breads.
This cookbook contains the recipes used for the 1998 traditional English tea hosted by St. John's by the Campus. It includes recipes for the sandwiches, cookies, pastries, and cakes served at the event.

1999
A community cookbook compiled to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the town of Anita, Iowa. Includes hundreds of recipes contributed by local residents, as well as historical and cultural notes about the town and its people.
A cookbook compiled by the people of Schaller, Iowa, to celebrate 50 years of their Pop Corn Days festival. Includes sections on soups, salads, appetizers, casseroles, and a section with recipes written by and for the town's children.

2000
A community cookbook by Bristow Betterment in honor of Bristow, Iowa’s 125th anniversary. It includes recipes, local history, and tributes to town residents and veterans.
This cookbook compiled by the Iowa SIDS Alliance includes household tips.
This cookbook was compiled by the Valborg Lutheran Home. It includes recipe sections on appetizers, main dishes and casseroles, desserts, salads, soups, and snacks. There are also various hints related to each section, and also general cooking and housekeeping hints.
This cookbook was compiled for the 25th anniversary of the Trinity United Methodist Church. It includes "heritage recipes," appetizers, breads, cakes, desserts, main dishes, salads, soups, and sandwiches. It also has a section with recipes for children.

2001
A community-curated cookbook compiled by the employees, residents, families, and friends of the Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley, Iowa. This 2001 publication includes recipes for breads, desserts, main dishes, salads, and more, shared as gestures of love, memory, and tradition.
This cookbook compiled by the Madison County Health Care System includes a history of the Madison County Memorial Hospital and household tips.
This cookbook compiled by the Junior League of Waterloo-Cedar Falls, Iowa includes photographs and household tips.
A compliation of recipes and memories from staff and residents of the Lutheran Retirement Home in Northwood, Iowa. Includes information about the history of the retirement home and memories and reflections of the residents. Recipes include main dishes and casseroles, Christmas recipes, and diabetic recipes. Also includes helpful general tips for cooking, cleaning, and home care.
A cookbook compiled to raise funds for the celebration of the 125th anniversary of Rockwell City, Iowa, "the golden buckle on the cornbelt." Recipes include meats, desserts, cakes, soups, sandwiches, and snacks.
A cookbook compiled by the St. Lawrence Parish. It was originally compiled in 1995, and includes supplements from a 2001 reprinting. Includes hints for each recipe section.

2002
A community cookbook compiled and published in 2002 by the Mount Ayr Chamber of Commerce, containing hundreds of recipes contributed by community members in Mount Ayr, Iowa. Includes historical information about the Chamber, cooking tips, substitutions, serving size guidelines, and measurement equivalents.
This cookbook compiled by the Salem Lutheran Church includes a church history, photographs, quips, and household tips.

2003
This cookbook compiled by the Faith Lutheran Church includes a timeline of the church.
This cookbook compiled by the W.I.N.G.S. Sorority in Eldora, Iowa includes a history of Eldora, a history of the sorority, and household tips.

2004
This cookbook compiled by the Imogene St. Patrick Church includes a history of the church and household tips.
Volume II of a cookbook compiled by the Sacred Heart School in Osage, Iowa. Recipes include various breads, desserts, pizzas, and casseroles. There is also a section called "Treasured Favorites" with selected recipes from old cookbooks from Sacred Heart Church.
A cookbook compiled to raise funds for a new parish center for St. Joseph Catholic Church. The book includes photos of stained glass windows with accompanying stories, and a section for the priest's favorite recipes and religious recipes. Other recipe sections include breads, cakes, desserts, main dishes, sandwiches, soups, and stews.
A cookbook compiled by the Trinity Lutheran Priscilla Guilde in Manilla, Iowa. It includes sections for appetizers, soups and salads, main dishes, breads, cookies, and desserts. Each section has helpful cooking hints. The book also includes general cooking and house cleaning hints.

2007
A commemorative cookbook compiled to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Ames Laboratory, featuring recipes contributed by staff and affiliates. The cookbook is organized into sections by recipe type, such as appetizers, main dishes, desserts, and more.
A cookbook made to celebrate the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society. Includes main dishes, desserts, cookies, and side dishes. The book also has a section for recipes submitted in memory of loved ones. Each section also has helpful hints for cooking and cleaning.

2008
Community cookbook featuring contributed recipes from residents of Chelsea, Iowa, compiled in 2008. Includes a historical overview of the Chelsea Community Building, with emphasis on local artist Jack Esty, whose artwork decorates the building. This book reflects the community's heritage through its culinary traditions and local history.

2009
A commemorative cookbook celebrating the 125th anniversary of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Humboldt, Iowa. Includes community-submitted recipes, historical church narratives, and photographs. This book features recipes from past and present congregants, details about church leadership, and events from 1884 to 2009.
This cookbook is a collection of recipes submitted by Alpha Zeta members and people within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University. Includes recipes for appetizers, salads, main dishes, soups, cookies, and cakes. Sections also have hints for cooking.

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This cookbook compiled by the Norway Trinity Lutheran Church includes information about the camper fund and household tips.