Abigail Adams: Indian Pudding
One dessert John and Abigail were fond of was Indian Pudding, a baked custard pudding made with cornmeal. It’s a warm, comforting dessert perfect for fall, just like our Pumpkin Pie Pudding.
Jacqueline Kennedy: Poached Salmon
Jackie Kennedy brought class and French style to the White House kitchen. But one of her favorite (and most common) presidential menus was poached salmon, lamb and haricots vert, followed by some sort of ice cream dessert.
Melania Trump: Oatmeal
Our former first lady knew the importance of eating breakfast every day. She’d usually eat a bowl of fiber rich oatmeal or a nutrient packed smoothie to start her day on a healthy note.
Betty Ford: Waffles
Betty Ford and her family liked simple American food. She was was very cost conscious and put an emphasis on budget friendly meals. Sunday’s breakfast consisted of waffles with pure maple syrup, strawberries and orange juice.
Michelle Obama: Garden Vegetables
This former FLOTUS was known for promoting healthy eating and fighting child obesity. Her famous White House garden was filled with an array of nutritious vegetables that make healthy eating more enjoyable.
Barbara Bush: Quiche
Mrs. Bush knew a thing or two about making good food. Her mushroom quiche not only delighted her husband but also impressed many home cooks who follow her recipe it’s a lot like this one.
Pat Nixon: Meat Loaf
President Nixon was a big fan of his wife’s meat loaf. It was served about once a month while they lived in the White House. Her version was made with ground beef, white bread and a little marjoram. If you like it jazzed up, try our bacon topped meat loaf.
Dolly Madison: Dolly Madison Cake
Dolly Madison was known for her hospitality and had a knack for entertaining during her days as First Lady. She was a good baker and often made a drippy caramel layer cake. If you like hers, you’ll probably also like our spice cake with caramel sauce.
Sarah Polk: Sarah Polk Hickory Nut Cake
Like Dolly Madison, Sarah Polk also had a cake named after her. The Sarah Polk Hickory Nut Cake was popular in the 1800, and was filled with hickory nuts. They are one of the only native nuts in the U.S so it was considered a true American cake. Go nuts for our own nut cake.
Nancy Reagan: Red Velvet Cheesecake
We’re not sure which foods Nancy Reagan liked best, but if we had to choose one to represent her, it would be red velvet Anything! Mrs. Reagan was always a vision in red, whether in a gown or pants suit.
Bess Truman: Ozark Pudding
Mrs. Truman is known for her Ozark Pudding, which is like a macaroon inspired pecan pie. She made hers with apples but pears work well, too. For another delectable apple dessert, check out our apple torte.
Mary Todd Lincoln: White Almond Cake
If someone says they’re making a Mary Todd Lincoln Cake, they’re referring to a white pound cake with almonds. Rumor has it she made if for Abe before they were married. It was said to be his favorite and was served at the White House. If you like almond cake, try our Almond Brittle Torte.
American food and thrifty dinners to global flavors and healthy eating, First Ladies have had a wide range of tastes when it comes to cooking.
