North Carolina and Old Salem Cookery

This book is so much more than a book of recipes; it is history and folklore and food and more. I lived in North Carolina (Raleigh) for five years, and reading this book brought back pleasant memories, of the people and culture of the State. It provides a unique view into the lives and culture of the people who made the State what it is today.

I have the 1964 edition of this cookbook, and have well nigh worn it out- when searching for faintly remembered dishes from my grandmother's table, or some obscure and ancient recipe to try, this is the first place I turn. Some recipes may be challenging for novice cooks, as several of the older ones are written in narrative form and assume basic knowledge. For experienced cooks who like to experiment, however, or those in search of a nostalgic and amusing read, this work is essential.