Cooking with Heart & Soul

This well-written, easy to follow cookbook is not only one of my favorites to draw from when I'm feeling creative in the kitchen. It is also one of my favorite reads. The stories that Isaac tells from his growing up...to his stardom as THE most creative force in soul music...to the point that he is now will make you read them over & over again. Not to mention the fact that recipes are so wonderful! For starters, the Million-Dollar pie is delicious. The fried corn is off the chain. And the lemon meringue pie will make you wanna slap somebody for real! The whole cookbook gets a "Lawd Have Mercy!" from me. Thanx Isaac!

A disclaimer: This great cook book was based in part on some of my great-grandmother's recipes, so I have to tell you from the jump that I am a completely biased reader. I love it! Opening it was like going back home and the memories of my family's good cookin--grandaddy's, too, makes my mouth water even as I write this. The recipes are well written--easy to follow meals that are hassle-free to prepare. There's a nice variety from folk who clearly know their way around a kitchen, so if you like Southern cuisine with a nod toward healthy-living, this is a cookbook for you.

This is book would have to be without a doubt the absolute guide to soul food. The delicious meals are always complimented by pictures that would make the gumbo cry. Sinfully delicious is what I can say about this book. If you want a hearty meal with a smile to match, buy this cook book... FAST