The cherished cookie recipes from fifty-two households all over America are now yours to experience and enjoy in your own kitchen.

When Current, Inc. asked customers to enter their cookie recipe contest, they knew the response would be enthusiastic - in fact, it was overwhelming! Over thirteen-thousand entries poured in before the deadline. Several months later, after sorting, testing, and tasting, a $5000 grand-prize winner was selected along with a first- and second-prize winner and fifteen runners-up in each of three cookie categories: bar, drop, and other. It was apparent that these recipes were precious, tried-and-true favorites, close to the hearts of the winners and their families (you can read their comments with each recipe). Creativity, accuracy, and good taste are reflected in the cookies you'll make from this cookbook. They've all been tested and written in an easy-to-follow form for your enjoyment and convenience. You're sure to find many that you'll want to make over and over again.