The Picayune's Creole Cook Book (2002, Paperback, Illustrated)

Hundreds of enticing recipes include fine soups and gumbos, seafoods, all manner of meats, rice dishes and jambalayas, cakes and pastries, fruit drinks, French breads, and many other delectable dishes.

Introductory material explains the traditional French manner of preparing foods, and a selection of full menus covers both everyday and holiday feast. A must have for any kitchen if you want to add southern flare to your cooking!

This Cookbook provides excellent tips and hints. I recommend this cookbook and any of the New Orleans Picayune's Yearly updates to everyone.