The hostess at a dinner my wife and I attended yesterday suggested that everybody bring a holiday-themed dish. As a graduate of Mr. Jefferson's university, I went looking for recipes of dishes served at Monticello. Here is a link to a recipe for Mr. Jefferson's favorite ice cream. I actually made sweet potato biscuits, another Jefferson favorite. Any other dishes from founding fathers or mothers?

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