By Bob Howard

— Beans and Field Peas by Sandra A. Gutierrez. A Savor the South release with 51 recipes that shines a fresh light on this varies staple of ordinary life. The University of North Caroline Press. $19

—All-American Paleo Table by Caroline Potter. A food blogger and nutritional therapy practitioner, the author presents an collection of healthy and wholesome twists on classic American dishes. Page Street Publishing. $28

— Preserving Family Recipes by Valerie J. Frey. this a guide for gathering, adjusting, supplementing and safety-preserving family recipes. University of Georgia Press. $26.95

— Essential Emeril by Emeril Lagasse. The legendary chef shares 100 of his essential recipes updated and refined for today’s home cook. $29.95