Sowbelly and Sourdough: Original Recipes from the Trail Drives and Cow Camps of the 1800s

P.L. Tarter, Sunday Western Star, Commonwealth Journal, Springboro, Ohio
This spiral bound collection of original recipes from the trail drives and cow camps of the 1800s is a book meant to be used. The recipes are simple, starting with Frying Pan Supper but tasty like Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls. Next time you head for the campground or the tailgate party before the game - Sowbelly and Sourdough belongs there too!


Book Description
Although Sowbelly and Sourdough were staples in the chuck box, the cook often had a few more provisions on hand. Using limited ingredients, bean wranglers created mouth-watering vittles for a demanding bunch of cowboys. Their techniques and recipes, recorded here, range from traditional meat and bean dishes to fine-tastin' baked goods and sweet-tooth-teasin' desserts. Reaching behind the recipes, author Scott Gregory peeks into the lives of the chuck wagon cook and the cow pokes who gathered 'round his wagon. He reveals not only the "hows," but the "whys" of meal preparation on the trail. Quotes, quips and particulars around out the recipes, lending insight into the trail hand's rough and rigorous lifestyle. SOWBELLY AND SOURDOUGH returns to a simpler way of living, and brings back the savory goodness of hearty meals built from scratch.


About the Author
Ronald Scott Gregory was born in Denver, Colorado. Educated in Colorado schools, he graduated from Summit County High School, Frisco, Colorado, in 1974, furthering his education at Mesa College, in Grand Junction, Colorado. The author's professional life has included ten years service with the Lewiston, Montana Police Department, followed by six years as an instructor for the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy in Douglas. Currently, Scott owns and operates Gregory's Personal Chef Service. He also teaches cowboy cooking classes for various groups, organizations, and educational programs. Scott now lives in Evergreen, Colorado with his wife, Linda Kay, daughters Candy, fifteen years old, and Jennifer, twelve. Mr. Gregory enjoys raising and showing his horses and other livestock. The whole family is especially fond of their Australian Shepherd, "Toby, The Wonder Dog."


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