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Creative Arts Cookbook Recipes Each year, the State Fair of Texas ribbon-winning recipes are shared in a one-of-a-kind cookbook. Recipes that have either made it through generations or perhaps a newly inspired dish, this selection of history cannot be found anywhere else. Purchase your winning recipes cookbook today or enjoy the ones we’ve selected below.
A Decade of Delicious
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Featuring the best of the best over the past decade, this year’s cookbook celebrates the recipes that took home the top prize in their category. Whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory, the Best of Show Cookbook will become your go-to place for exciting new recipes.
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Spending time in the kitchen with family is always fun – and it can also be a great way to keep your kids engaged and inspired to be...
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You don't need an excuse to treat yourself and the ones you love to some mouthwatering sweet treats, but Valentine's Day is the perfect...
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The end of the football season is about more than just football. It's also about celebrating with your favorite game day foods! Sure -...
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This is the time of year when you want to break out top recipes for the next food item you bring to a gathering of friends or family, so...
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The heat of summer is upon us! Texans are used to the heat but we're also accustomed to harnessing that heat to make some delicious food...
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Cooking a full course meal is the perfect way to show someone you care – whether that person is a friend, a significant other, or...
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Just like her sisters, Emma Skelton loves to compete in the Creative Arts Cooking Contests. Emma won second place with this tasty recipe...
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Calvin Burress from Houston, Texas took home third place in the State Fair of Texas' Children's Youth Cooking Contest with this decadent...
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Summertime is always a fun chance for families and friends to get together to hang out or celebrate with a backyard BBQ. Whichever it is,...
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They don’t call it Fat Tuesday for nothing – this time of the year, indulging your cravings is a tradition! We know you can easily...
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