Presents Southern food with a contemporary twist in more than 150 original recipes for creative dishes that range from sweet potato soup to sweet tea pie, accompanied by personal anecdotes, cooking shortcuts and variations, and tips on ingredients, preparation techniques, and storage.
Mailbox happy hour and pick-up party food -- Luncheons, salads, and dressings -- Gumbos, soups, dumplings, and a bisque -- Dishes from the backyard and kitchen -- Field peas, greens, sides, and the like -- Hot from the oven -- The sweetest things.