Michael Grant's cookbook: Hearty fare from a country kitchen

Legions of San Diegan's familiar with the newspaper column he wrote for many years know that Michael Grant is an extraordinary writer. And the stories he shares in this cookbook are as delicious as the recipes. With a sprinkling of history and a dash of memoir, Grant serves up the how-to's of some mighty fine home cookin'. Grant dedicates this delightful book to his grandmother, Susie, who taught him, he says, "a warm appreciation for post-Depression cooking." Michael Grant's Cookbook will do the same for you.

This book is a goldmine of wonderful, not-too-difficult recipes that make the home cooking I loved and remembered best when I was growing up. When I asked my Texan grandmother to write down my favorite recipes from her collection, she just smiled and told me that Michael Grant's cookbook is all I need. That is a true compliment from a fantastic cook. This is true Texas cooking at its very best! And by the way, Mr. Grant, your wonderful daily columns are very much missed in San Diego! :)