In her newest book Jane Butel designs festive menus that celebrate the pleasures of southwestern cooking throughout the year. Jane Butel's immensely popular cookbooks have introduced millions of Americans to southwestern cooking, transforming what was once a local culinary tradition into a great national favorite. Readers have come to rely on her creativity, in-depth knowledge of cooking, and her skill in designing brunches, lunches, dinners, and buffet menus for every time of the year. Home chefs will appreciate the comprehensive instructions and the extra help that her fully planned menus provide.