Cotton Country Collection

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Summary: Y'all come!
Review: I was first given a copy of "Cotton Country" when we moved to Monroe in 1977 from Chicago. Many recipes were new to us but I was excited about becoming a true 'southerner'. I have since tried many of the recipes and have enjoyed cooking as well as eating them. My cookbook has only a few of the original spirals left due to much useage. It is my favorite cookbook even though I have added many more books to my collection. We have moved several times since living in La., but I continue to reach for the 'Cotton Country Collection" and now that our daughter recently married, she received a copy. Best of the best!

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Summary: There is none better!
Review: I was first given this cookbook in 1980 as a wedding present. I was already familiar with this cookbook as my mom, grandmother, all my aunts and sisters-in-law had a copy as well. I was born and raised in West Monroe, La. - across the river from Monroe. This cookbook was amazing then and is still unchallenged. I have taken it all over the world including Israel. As it has fallen apart, I am ordering another one. This cookbook is excellent for new brides, as Christmas gifts or just to say thanks to a friend. Now, I live in NYC and still treasure this jewel of the Bayou!

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Summary: Best cookbook I've ever owned
Review: I was introduced to this book in the mid-80's and as someone who owns literally dozens of cookbooks, I can tell you that I use this one more than any of the others. All varieties of food--not just Cajun or "Southern". A wonderful addition to anyone's cooking library.

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Summary: The only cookbook I've ever worn out!
Review: I've had my Joy of Cooking since 1962 and it's well-used. I've been given Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook, Southern Living Cookbook, many others over the years and they're all good sources. But my copy of Cotton Country Collection purchased about 1980 has been my all-purpose standby ever since. It fell completely apart four years ago and I still kept it in a plastic shoe box so I could refer to it often. Now the pages are dogeared and ruffled and stained so I plan to purchase a new copy and give the old one a well-deserved rest. It is my one indespensable kitchen secret. I can't praise this cookbook enough.

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Summary: The only cookbook I've ever worn out!
Review: I've had my Joy of Cooking since 1962 and it's well-used. I've been given Better Homes and Gardens Cookbook, Southern Living Cookbook, many others over the years and they're all good sources. But my copy of Cotton Country Collection purchased about 1980 has been my all-purpose standby ever since. It fell completely apart four years ago and I still kept it in a plastic shoe box so I could refer to it often. Now the pages are dogeared and ruffled and stained so I plan to purchase a new copy and give the old one a well-deserved rest. It is my one indespensable kitchen secret. I can't praise this cookbook enough.

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Summary: superb in every category
Review: i've used this book both persoanly and professionaly since '74, always with great results. i've used my original copy so often through the years, i finally wore out the spiral binding. i've also given numerous copies of this book to friends as wedding presents over the years, always with great results. ONE OF THE BEST !

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Summary: A real reference for Cajun and Southern cooking
Review: If you're looking for an excellent local cookbook that provides you with a taste of Delta cuisine and a feeling of a real family reunion, this is a must buy. I have had this cookbook since the mid 70's and there are few recipes that have not been tested and proven to be great. This cookbook is now a staple for my gift-giving to friends and family.

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Summary: Phenomenal Cookbook
Review: If you're looking for an excellent local cookbook that provides you with a taste of Delta cuisine and a feeling of a real family reunion, this is a must buy. I have had this cookbook since the mid 70's and there are few recipes that have not been tested and proven to be great. This cookbook is now a staple for my gift-giving to friends and family.