Smoke, Roots, Mountain, Harvest: Recipes and Stories Inspired by My Appalachian Home

Showcasing the flavors and modern cooking techniques of Appalachia and the Blue Ridge Mountains

With over 70 delectable recipes and 80 stunning photographs organized by seasons, Smoke, Roots, Mountain, Harvest is an evocative cookbook rooted in Appalachian ingredients and flavors that takes readers and cooks deep into the heart and soul of America. Lauren McDuffie uses modern cooking techniques to transform traditional comfort food with a mountain sensibility into inspired meals and menus for anyone.

Each chapter opens with storytelling that echoes the folklore and tall tales of the region.

Beautiful color photographs capture mouthwatering dishes for all occasions - from morning beverages to a show-stopping berry buckle - as well as the tools, fruits, flowers, and scenery of life in the Mountain South.

From the mountains of southwestern Virginia, Lauren McDuffie is a writer, food stylist, photographer, and creator of the blog Harvest and Honey.