Kentucky's Best: Fifty Years of Great Recipes

By Linda Allison-Lewis

Book Overview

" To many, Kentucky means the greatest thoroughbreds in the world. To others, it is the home of the finest bourbon. But the obvious success of burgoo, Owensboro barbeque, and Harlan Sanders's Kentucky Fried Chicken carries the state's reputation for excellence to a wider audience. From the perfect mint julep to benedictine, from a classic hot brown to cheese chutney, Kentucky's Best captures the full range of the state's culinary delights. Linda Allison-Lewis combines traditional and gourmet dis

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0813192153
• ISBN13: 9780813192154
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: University Press of Kentucky
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.9" x 8.8"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

The Authentic Southern Cooking Bible!

Ms.Lewis brings a culinary treasure tale to her readers. The recipes are time tested and do not disappoint. It's a fine blend of elegant creations, and down home hearty favorites that revive memories of your Southern Grandmother on Sunday. This is the definitive work on Kentucky cuisine and her collaboration with some of the finer Kentucky chefs spread the rich tradition of the Bluegrass state in style. Burgoo, Cheese grits, and Kentucky bourbon sauces lay the foundation for a book that is well worth the read. Apologies to Emeril, but this book kicks southern cooking up a notch!