Chef Profiles

Marion Cunningham

Marion Cunningham has authored several cookbooks throughout her career, including The Fannie Farmer Baking Book, The Breakfast Book, The Supper Book, and Cooking with Children. Because of her numerous contributions to the culinary world, in 1993 Marion received the Grand Dame award from Les Dames d'Escoffier "in recognition and appreciation of her extraordinary achievement and contribution to the culinary arts." Additionally, she was named Scholar-in-Residence by the International Association of Culinary Professionals. Marion remains a beloved icon to home cooks everywhere.

Marion Cunningham's Recipes

Baked Walnut Stuffed Pears
Baked Walnut Stuffed Pears
Filled with the goodness of crunchy walnuts, this baked pear recipe is sure to be a holiday favorite. Read More
Marion Cunningham's Chicken Curry Walnut Fruit Salad
Marion Cunningham's Chicken Curry Walnut Fruit Salad
Excellent source of iron and zinc. Good source of vitamin C and magnesium. "Some people think traditions need to be ornate and formal, like h... Read More
Marion Cunningham's Cranberry & Walnut Coleslaw
Marion Cunningham's Cranberry & Walnut Coleslaw
This Marion Cunningham Coleslaw recipe rich with walnuts is sure to be a family favorite. "Recipes should never be secrets. A good friend of min... Read More
Marion Cunningham's Garlic Crumb Walnut Stuffed Artichokes
Marion Cunningham's Garlic Crumb Walnut Stuffed Artichokes
"This may have been one of the recipes my grandmother exchanged with our neighbors over our back fence, back when people hung their clothes out t... Read More
Marion Cunningham's Parsley Walnut Salad
Marion Cunningham's Parsley Walnut Salad
"This salad is so simple —four ingredients with a vinegar and olive oil dressing —but so flavorful! The original recipe for Parsley W... Read More
Marion Cunningham's Steamed Persimmon Walnut Pudding
Marion Cunningham's Steamed Persimmon Walnut Pudding
"This is a great recipe for winter gatherings. I serve it to friends to top off meals, but it's also good the next morning for breakfast! It keep... Read More
Marion Cunningham's Swiss Cheese & Walnut Spread
Marion Cunningham's Swiss Cheese & Walnut Spread
"People think that a spread should only go on bread or toast, but that isn't the case. The more versatile the spread - in this case, parsley, che... Read More
Marion Cunningham's Walnut Pie
Marion Cunningham's Walnut Pie
"I believe in sweet desserts, and this caramelly rich recipe with walnuts is tried and true! I've passed it on to my daughter Catherine, who serv... Read More
Marion Cunningham's Walnut Sage Stuffing
Marion Cunningham's Walnut Sage Stuffing
"When I first moved to Walnut Creek, California, my husband and I had two, huge walnut trees in our yard. For about four years, every fall, we pi... Read More
Marion Cunninham's Raised Walnut Waffles
Marion Cunninham's Raised Walnut Waffles
"These waffles are likely the best and easiest way to entertain people. Everyone loves the crispiness of the waffle, the crunchiness of the walnu... Read More