Some of my favorite recipes are written by my mom (and grandmother) on index cards, and I’m sure my children will be asking for copies of these recipes when they grow up!
Thanks to modern technology, you can create a real cookbook from your treasured recipes for as little as $5, and what a wonderful gift to give a college grad or bride to be!
This project doesn’t really fall into the “quick” category, but once you’ve created your masterpiece, you’ll be able to print copies each year when graduations and bridal showers roll around!
So…collect your recipes & start your fingers typing!
Next…choose one of the many options below and soon your cookbook will be in print!
Cheapest Option:
#1. Type your recipes on your home computer
#2. Print
#3. Insert into page protectors (found at office supply stores)
#4. Put the recipes into a 3-ring binder, and don’t forget to check T.J. Maxx / Homegoods / Ross for a very stylish budget friendly binder!
This is the way to go if you’re a scrapbook queen!
Scrapbook stores are filled with options to create a true keepsake! Check out TwoMomsScrapbook.com they have all sorts scrapbook kits & tips to make a scrapbook cookbook!
If you’re looking for a professional looking, bound cookbook…these websites were created just for you!
Shutterfly.com offers an 8 x 8, 20 page softcover cookbook for $15.99. The Shutterfly system is very user friendly!
CreateMyCookbook.com starting at just $19.95 for up to 100 pages!
Now…go unleash your inner Rachael Ray & bring your recipes to life!
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[...] Create A Cookbook – It’s an ambitious project, but once you’ve typed all the recipes in your computer…you’ll be able to print a copy for any occasion! You might start this project in the New Year, and you’ll be ready for bridal showers, graduations and next Christmas! Learn how to write your own cookbook for as little as $5! [...]