— Jack Daniel’s Cookbook/ Stories and Kitchen Secrets from Miss Mary Bobo’s Boarding House by Lynne Tolley and Mindy Merrell; offers a crash course on southern cooking, with a primer on the ingredients and techniques found in Lynchburg, Tenn., kitchens. It also provides a bit of history from the famous distillery family. $27.99
— Meatless/ More than 200 of the Very Best Vegetarian Recipes; from Martha Stewart Kitchens; even if you’re not a vegetarian you’ll glean some delicious ideas. $25
— From a Southern Oven/ The Savories, The Sweets by Jean Anderson; more than 150 baking recipes for appetizers and snacks, main dishes, sides, breads and desserts. $32.50
