From Maine\u2019s hearty Joe Booker Stew to pineapple-packed Hawaiian Fried Rice, this collection of recipes brings bold local flavors and tried-and-true cooking techniques home\u2014no matter where that may be. Home cooks will discover little-known spe- cialties and revamped classics in each of the four chapters: New England and the Mid-Atlantic, Appalachia and the South, The Midwest and Great Plains, Texas and the West. Colorful local history and anecdotes from Cook\u2019s Country\u2019s tasty travels bring the recipes to life, and illustrated maps and a list of test kitchen\u2013approved hot spots show you where you can try the inspiring original dishes today. Step-by-step photography illustrates key techniques, and full-color photos for every recipe showcase the beauty of the collection. From tailgate staples like Southern Football Sandwiches and Wisconsin Grilled Brats and Beer to old-school sweets like Hollywood\u2019s Tick Tock Orange Sticky Rolls and New York\u2019s Bee Sting Cake, Cook\u2019s Country Eats Local puts an array of flavorful, diverse American dishes within reach\u2014no road trip needed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"