Hometown Potluck Favorites serves up yet another reason for families and friends to break bread and celebrate community. This cookbook redefines potluck for the 21st century. Among the 100+ recipes, you will discover a wide variety of flavors, such as Creole Lasagna, Tequila Shrimp, German-Style Sausage and Potatoes, Oriental Chicken Slaw, and Tiramisu. Of course, if you're a die-hard fan of Tuna Noodle Casserole and Carrot Cake you'll be pleased that traditional favorites are included. Simple chapter organization—appetizers, chicken, meat entr©es, seafood, sides, and desserts—makes it easy to find choice recipes. Taste-tempting photography also inspires. Are you an on-the-go cook? If so, you'll appreciate simplified meal planning; each recipe has two ingredient lists—one for a small group of four to six people and another for larger gatherings of eight to twelve. Make-ahead tips and use of store-bought products cut prep time in many recipes. When toting a dish to a picnic or party, special instructions ensure food safety.