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"My Friends: no one, not in my situation, can appreciate my feeling of sadness this parting. To this place, and the kindness of these people, I owe everything."
- Abraham Lincoln
February 11, 1861
Springfield, Illinois

It has been almost a Century and a half since Abraham Lincoln uttered these words as he boarded a train to leave Springfield, not to return until another train, this one draped in black, brought him back to the people he had called neighbors.

Springfield, the only city the nation's 16th president ever called home.

Springfield, where honesty, fairness, and integrity continue to be an important part of our daily lives. Those influences are felt in the foods we eat as well. Honestly good food - and plenty of it.

Native Illinois pork, beef, corn, garden crisp vegetables, fresh strawberries, apples, and yes, even horseradish are the staples of our culinary heritage, simply prepared with Midwestern flair and consumed with gusto. Honest to Goodness is our celebration of that good food, the rich ethnic dishes inspired by our forebearers.

We hope Honest to Goodness will inspire you. Enjoy the cooking of Springfield and savor the rich history that abounds in Illinois' capital city.

Sample Recipe: New Salem Corn Casserole

JLS cookbooks may be purchased by filling out the cookbook order form and mailing to:

Junior League of Springfield Publications
Attn: cookbook order
P.O. Box 1736
Springfield, IL 62705

Please make checks payable to: Junior League of Springfield Publications

Profits from the sale of these cookbooks are used to support the purpose and programs of the Junior League of Springfield, Inc.