U.S.A. Cookbook

After traveling across the country for three years, Sheila Lukins, author of All Around the World Cookbook, set to work tasting, interpreting, and making magic that she delivered in 600 recipes highlighing the best meals America has to offer.

Here are Mashed Yukon Golds, a Stovetop Clambake, Vegetable Jambalaya, Bing Cherry Chutney, Peachy Keen Pie. Quesadillas with duck and caramelized onions, a burger stuffed with Maytag blue cheese, gazpacho made with both fresh and roasted vegetables, crab cakes sumptuous with lobster meat, orange zest, and mace. It's a star-spangled celebration.