Southern Inspired

<b>Delicious and inventive recipes that remix the traditional flavors and classic dishes of Southern food and celebrate African-American culinary contributions to tables around the world&#151;from the host of CLEO TV&#146;s <i>New Soul Kitchen</i></b><br><br>After growing up in Mississippi Jernard Wells brought the familiar dishes and bold flavors of the South along on his culinary journey to chef restaurateur and TV host. With <i>Southern Inspired</i> Jernard continues his journey&#151;retracing the steps of generations of African American cooks whose creations contributed to global kitchen tables since slavery. Southern food defines American food at large and Jernard takes it to a whole new level while still honoring its roots. Jernard also brings in flavors from the Caribbean Latin America Asia and Europe always with his signature Southern flair.&#160;<br><br>This cookbook shares 100 recipes that are approachable for both beginners and more experienced cooks. You&#146;ll find dishes for busy weekdays backyard barbecues slow-paced dinner parties indulgent brunches and holiday feasts including:&#160;&#160;<br><br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Blackened Catfish with Smoked Gouda Grits<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Southern Sweet Tea&#150;Brined Fried Chicken<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Creamy Collard Green Dip and Crostini<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Over-the-Top Lime BBQ Shrimp Tacos<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; One-Pot Caribbean Vegetable Noodles<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Fried Green Tomatillos<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Chicken Cheeseburger Egg Rolls&#160;<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Georgia Peach Hot Chicken Sandwich<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Cranberry-Whiskey Glazed Pork Ribs<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Granny Gwen&#146;s Banana Pudding<br>&#160;&#160;&#149;&#160; Mason Jar Raspberry Chocolate Trifles<br><br>&#160;Accompanied by beautiful color photography <i>Southern Inspired</i> showcases Jernard&#146;s American food: fresh personal recipes packed with traditions and heartwarming family stories from an African American chef's perspective.