The first African American woman to publish a cookbook was Abby Fisher. Her work, titled What Mrs. Fisher Knows About Old Southern Cooking, was published in 1881. Fisher was notable not only for her culinary expertise but also for her role in promoting Southern cooking traditions. Her cookbook contained a variety of recipes reflecting the culinary practices of her time and served as an important cultural document. In a time when few women, especially African American women, were recognized in this field, Fisher’s cookbook played a pivotal role in capturing and preserving the rich heritage of Southern cuisine.