SynopsisTreasure trove of 333 easy-to-prepare, favorite Creole recipes includes: Creole Gumbo, Crawfish Bisque, 20 hot breads, pecan pie, jumbalays, fried chicken, watermelon ice cream. Suggested menus, uses for leftovers., Have you ever wondered how to make Crawfish Bisque or Baked Stuffed Oysters? Find out from an experienced caterer and cooking school owner who decided to share her secrets. In New Orleans, creating a fine dining experience and enjoying it is an art. This book teaches the ambitious cook how to create that art. From cocktails, to compotes, to pastry and pies, this cookbook offers a bit of everything. Ideas for menus for both formal and informal dinners are also included. So get adventurous and have some fun creating some New Orleans favorites! Below is a sample recipe from the book for a simple but elegant Lobster Salad. 1 cup flaked lobster 3 tablespoons French dressing 2 cups diced celery cup mayonnaise 3 hard-boiled eggs Marinate lobster with French dressing, let stand thirty minutes. Drain. Mix with celery and mayonnaise, arrange on lettuce leaves and garnish with curled celery and sliced hard-boiled eggs., From Lobster Salad to Baked Stuffed Oysters and Crawfish Bisque, this compilation of recipes offers the best of New Orleans cuisine. Chef Lena Richards pulled inspiration from her southern roots and her experience in the catering business, to create delectable dishes. In addition to recipes, this comprehensive cookbook offers menu ideas for both formal and informal dinners.