Nestled near New Orleans, among marshy bogs crawling with gators and accessible only by boat, lies Honey Island Swamp, where there is always something boiling in a big pot, or frying on the outdoor burner, or smoking on the pit to feed the gathering of friends and family who stop by for a bite to eat. With a heap of photos and plenty of storytelling, Swamp Cookin' With The River People will introduce you to these friendly folks, but their scrumptious spin on untamed Southern, Cajun eats is what'll really reel you in! There are a few funny stories in this cookbook. You can read about the Reunion of Gator and LouAnn, The Alligator Rodeo and Elks Lodge Double Wedding, among a few more humorous, but possibly true tales. Once you've worked up an appetite, dig in to over 100 lip-smackin' recipes that author Dana Holyfield has gathered from her fellow swamp natives. From Mudbug Jambalaya to Charlie's Tree Rat Stew, or some Smothered Frog Legs with a side of Coonass Coleslaw, you'll find side dishes to tame even the wildest appetites. And, whatever you do, save room for Wanda's Whiskey Cake! NOTE: This is the original Swamp Cookin' With The River People" cookbook, revised with a different cover. This cookbook first came out in 1999 before all the TV shows about swamp living. In fact, one of the TV stars from the hit TV show, "Swamp People" appeared in this cookbook first, as well as the Swamp Cooking videos that are online. That's how he was discovered and cast in the Tv Show. The author, Dana Holyfield, is also known for her research and books about the legendary Honey Island Swamp Monster, because it was her grandfather that made the legend famous. You can read a little about the legend also in this cookbook. So, y'all roll up your blue jeans and wade right in for some fun on the Louisiana Bayou.