Aiden J. Baptiste-Boissiere has always had a zeal for cooking. While growing up in New Orleans, he watched his grandmother and mother prepare creative meals for the family, ultimately developing Aiden's palate at a young age. In his first cookbook, Aiden shares his personal collection of mouthwatering recipes sure to satisfy multiple appetites and dietary preferences. Chef Aiden combines simple ingredients with a variety of Italian and Creole flavors to create a delicious range of recipes that include Creole Spiced Shrimp, Mussels Diablo, Sauteed Asparagus with Garlic and Parmesan Cheese, Crawfish Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Herb Pork Loin, and Pan-Seared Rosemary Lamb Chops. Included are step-by-step directions with helpful hints that ensure success in the kitchen. Cooking with Aiden shares a culinary chef's collection of recipes that allows home cooks of all abilities to create comforting, delicious food for their families.