Clegg delivers a true gem, as this cookbook is packed full of regional specialties, home cooking, and many familiar favorites. In keeping with tradition, all of the recipes are easy, everyday, and healthier - perfect for our busy lifestyles. In this book, you will find all your Louisiana favorites and southern recipes that Holly has trimmed down without losing any flavor.  Holly, known as the "Queen of Quick" especially with this book--filled with easy recipes with not too many ingredients.  Who says southern cuisine can't be easy, healthy and delicious?  Holly Clegg spiced things up with this exciting collection of recipes indigenous to the Gulf Coast region. Enjoy tradition and all your favorite recipes in your kitchen once again.    

In celebration of the abundance of fresh seafood and local ingredients, you'll enjoy mouth-watering recipes like Crawfish Enchiladas, Spicy Fish with Shrimp Corn Sauté, Blackened Chicken Fingers, Seafood Lasagna, Sweet Potato, Orange, and Cranberry Muffins, and the indulgent Easy Red Velvet Cake.  Each recipe includes nutritional analysis and diabetic exchanges.

The book contains gorgeous photographs, symbols to indicate Vegetarian and Freezer Friendly make-ahead recipes, and menus. Holly hopes while enjoying a repertoire of mouth-watering recipes, everyone will gain a better understanding of the value of the wetlands.

2009 Eric Hoffer Book Award Finalist

2009 Nautilus Silver Award