The tantalizing aroma of sizzling steaks, the mellow glow of the coals, the hum of happy voices - it all adds up to fun for everyone. (from the introduction)

{HISTORY}

Festive outdoor socializing was all the rage in the 1960s. And no one showed you how to have a more delicious time than Betty Crocker. Here in this first edition 1961 Outdoor Cook Book menus and recipes are tackled that combine ease of transport and festive preparation for all occasions requiring the magical combination of food and fresh air. 

Topics include Tailgate Parties, Down East Clambakes, Picnics, Backyard Barbecues, Poolside Buffets and Beach Brunches. 

Betty Crocker's Outdoor Cookbook, 1961 First Edition, Second Printing, Golden Press, New York. 

{SPECIAL FEATURES}

- Stated First Edition, 2nd Printing

- Spiral-bound between hardcover boards

- Colorful retro illustrations by Tom Funk

- 16 pages of situation photographs offer scene-setting serving suggestions

- 176 pages including index and an intro on the basics of cooking outside 

{CONDITION}

Very clean pages. Spiral bound.  Small rip in the top spine at first rung of binder and again between the 9th and 10th rings. Front and back cover intact. Light beige cooking stain (the size of a nickel) near top edge on the front cover. Please see photos.

{SIZE}

Measures 6" inches (width) x 7.75" inches (length) x .5"inches (depth) 

{WHY YOU NEED IT}

Because eating outside stretches way beyond paper plates and potato chips! 

And because there are recipes contained here with fanciful names like Darn Goods, Satellite Tomatoes, Chipper Chicken and Blushing Apple Upside Down Cake. There is also a great fondness of the word hibachi.