Rosalynn Carter’s strawberry cake recipe is remembered as a ‘family favorite’.Photo: Democratic National Convention via AP
Rosalynn Carteris being remembered for a beloved dessertfollowing her death at age 96on Nov. 19.
On Monday, the official US National Archives’ X account posted a “Carter family favorite” recipe credited to the former first lady.
“Today, we honor the remarkable legacy of Rosalynn Carter, whose warmth touched the nation,” the post began. “As we remember her, we share one of her favorite recipes—a classic strawberry cake—reflecting the sweetness she brought to so many.”
The post included a link to theNational Archives Catalogand an image of the lifelong mental health advocate’s strawberry cake recipe.
The recipe, with a letterhead from the White House, calls for packaged yellow cake mix, strawberry Jell-O, cooking oil, chopped nuts, eggs, flour and strawberries.
The instructions are brief, directing the home chef to mix all ingredients, bake for 45 minutes and serve plain or with whipped cream.
TheNational Women’s Hall of Fameinductee is remembered for her human rights advocacy work throughout her life. Rosalynn wrote five books and was the recipient of numerous honors from organizations like the National Organization of Women and the National Mental Health Association.
Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter on their wedding day.Atlanta Journal-Constitution/AP
“She was a champion for equal rights and opportunities for women and girls; an advocate for mental health and wellness for every person; and a supporter of the often unseen and uncompensated caregivers of our children, aging loved ones, and people with disabilities,” the Bidens wrote, also noting the enduring love between Rosalynn and her husband.
“Time and time again, during the more than four decades of our friendship — through rigors of campaigns, through the darkness of deep and profound loss — we always felt the hope, warmth, and optimism of Rosalynn Carter. She will always be in our hearts.”
source: people.com
