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Book honors long-time contributor First United Methodist boasts old and new in ‘A Feast of Tradition’ By ROBERTA WILSON, Special to the LTN March 7, 2003 - While it’s not unusual for a church to publish a cookbook of members’ favorite recipes, First United Methodist of Lincolnton’s “A Feast of Tradition” is unique because it boasts the best of old and new, past and present, according to committee member Pat Lawing. The new cookbook, which was published in January, incorporates all of the recipes from the church’s first volume and includes more than 88 pages of new recipes, she said. “This is really nice because we have updated everything in the original book, which was published 10 years ago,” Lawing said. “And it has lots of wonderful, new recipes and a new format featuring tabbed dividers and updated information about our congregation and our buildings.” The new cookbook, which sells for $20 — $25 with postage and handling included — was dedicated to long-time church member and noted Lincolnton chef and caterer, Ruth Quinton. Quinton, 95, was honored during a January worship service, where she was presented the first copy of the cookbook. “I am so honored I hardly know what to say,” Quinton said. “Some of the happiest moments of my life have been spent in the kitchen preparing meals for my family and friends and for the congregation at First United Methodist Church. Dedicating this book to me is one of the finest things anyone has ever done for me.” In addition to having her picture and biography in the book, a special section has been dedicated to Quinton’s favorite recipes. Lemon jelly, also known as lemon curd, is the oldest recipe she included in her submissions to the new cookbook. “Because Mrs. Quinton has made her life’s ministry one of nourishing bodies and souls with her cooking, we thought it natural that the second edition of “A Feast of Tradition” be dedicated to her,” Lawing said. Noted for delicate party fare, especially flavorful cheese rings, Quinton supplied the food for book and bridge club meetings, weddings, social occasions and church events spanning a period of at least five decades. In an age when many women considered it a burden to be fettered by apron strings, Quinton parlayed her skills into a variety of careers — manager of a school cafeteria, chief dietitian at Lincoln Medical Center, and the honor of being, one of Lincolnton’s most favored caterers. The grandmother of four and great-grandmother of five doesn’t cook much anymore. But, memories of happy times and hearty meals at home and church sustain her. When First United Methodist Church dedicated its new fellowship hall in December of 2000, Quinton said she marked an important milestone in a life filled with memorable events. “I have spent most of my life in the kitchen,” she said, “and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.” And neither would the other members of First United Methodist who contributed recipes to the new edition. Proceeds from sales of the cookbook will benefit the ministries of the church's United Methodist Women's group. To purchase a cookbook, contact Pat Lawing at 704-7352449 or the office at First United Methodist Church at 704-735-7489. ————— Roberta Wilson is a member of First United Methodist Church and the cookbook committee.
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