Louisiana Cookery

Louisiana Cookery

About the AuthorMary Land (1908-1991) was a folklorist, poet, chef, and outdoors enthusiast. Her writing was featured in numerous national magazines and newspapers, and her books include Louisiana Cookery, New Orleans Cuisine, Shadows of the Swamp, and others.Creole cuisine, Cajun cooking, and the sophisticated gumbo of New Orleans-can any state boast a fais-do-do in the kitchen like Louisiana's? Originally published in 1954, Louisiana Cookery is the classic cookbook documenting the good times Louisianans associate with great food and recipes. It's a timeless contribution to culinary history with entertaining and informative text that combines folklore, history, and over 1,500 recipes to emphasize Mary Land's belief that culture and cookery go hand-in-hand.In this book, Land collects, refines, and comments on recipes from all parts of Louisiana, from its bayous to its back alleys, from rural swampland to urban centers such as New Orleans and Shreveport. These delectable items include ?quirrel Head Potpie