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Quail Ridge Press

The mission of

Quail Ridge Press

(QRP) is to preserve America’s food heritage. In addition to regional cookbooks, we publish cookbooks for slow cookers and pressure cookers like the Instant Pot and the Ninja; cookbooks for low-carb, gluten-free, and keto-friendly diets; and cookbooks by well-known chefs such as George Stella from the Food Network. Our Best of the Best state cookbook series has sold millions of copies.

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Instant Pot Basics

Instant Pot expert Lisa Brady guides you into the world of flavorful, fast, and effortless cooking with her cookbook Instant Pot Basics. An essential companion to America’s #1 selling pressure cooker and multicooker, this cookbook includes 120 recipes—including gluten free and vegetarian options—as well as dozens of colorful images and practical tips for readers who want quick, mouth-watering meals.

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Best of the Best from Alaska Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Alaska’s Favorite Cookbooks

Best of the Best from Alaska Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Alaska’s Favorite Cookbooks

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Best of the Best from Louisiana Cookbook II: Selected Recipes from Louisiana’s Favorite Cookbooks

Best of the Best from Louisiana Cookbook II: Selected Recipes from Louisiana’s Favorite Cookbooks

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Best of the Best from Louisiana Cookbook III: Selected Recipes from Louisiana’s Favorite Cookbooks

Best of the Best from Louisiana Cookbook III: Selected Recipes from Louisiana’s Favorite Cookbooks

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Best of the Best from Louisiana Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Louisiana’s Favorite Cookbooks

Best of the Best from Louisiana Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Louisiana’s Favorite Cookbooks

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Best of the Best from South Carolina Cookbook: Selected Recipes from South Carolina’s Favorite Cookbooks

Best of the Best from South Carolina Cookbook: Selected Recipes from South Carolina’s Favorite Cookbooks

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Best of the Best from Texas Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Texas’ Favorite Cookbooks

Best of the Best from Texas Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Texas’ Favorite Cookbooks

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Best of the Best from the Great Plains Cookbook: Selected Recipes from the Favorite Cookbooks of North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas

Best of the Best from the Great Plains Cookbook: Selected Recipes from the Favorite Cookbooks of North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas

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Best of the Best from Virginia Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Virginia’s Favorite Cookbooks

Best of the Best from Virginia Cookbook: Selected Recipes from Virginia’s Favorite Cookbooks

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Deep South Dish: Homestyle Southern Recipes

Deep South Dish: Homestyle Southern Recipes

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Foods You Crave: The Low-Carb Way

Foods You Crave: The Low-Carb Way

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Great Food Fast: Recipes for Instant Pot and All Electric and Stovetop Pressure Cookers

Great Food Fast: Recipes for Instant Pot and All Electric and Stovetop Pressure Cookers

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Instant Low Carb: Fresh Keto-Friendly Recipes for Instant Pot and All Electric Pressure Cookers

Instant Low Carb: Fresh Keto-Friendly Recipes for Instant Pot and All Electric Pressure Cookers

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Instant Pot Basics: The Essential Cookbook and Reference Guide for Maximizing the Magic of Your Instant Pot

Instant Pot Basics: The Essential Cookbook and Reference Guide for Maximizing the Magic of Your Instant Pot

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Quick & Easy Low-Carb Cookbook: Everyday Recipes for Ketogenic, Low-Sugar, or Cutting Back on Carbs

Quick & Easy Low-Carb Cookbook: Everyday Recipes for Ketogenic, Low-Sugar, or Cutting Back on Carbs

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South Your Mouth: Tried & True Southern Recipes

South Your Mouth: Tried & True Southern Recipes

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The Complete Low-Carb Cookbook: No Sugar Added and Wheat-Free Recipes for Any Carb-Conscious Lifestyle

The Complete Low-Carb Cookbook: No Sugar Added and Wheat-Free Recipes for Any Carb-Conscious Lifestyle

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The Complete Venison Cookbook

The Complete Venison Cookbook

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The Crown of Southern Cooking: Recipes from the Birthplace of the Blues

The Crown of Southern Cooking: Recipes from the Birthplace of the Blues

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The Little Gumbo Book

The Little Gumbo Book

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The Little New Orleans Cookbook

The Little New Orleans Cookbook

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AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Instant Low Carb

Instant Low Carb

Best of The Best Louisiana

Best of The Best Louisiana

Instant Pot Basics

Instant Pot Basics

Best of The Best Georgia

Best of The Best Georgia

Cooks Essentials

Cooks Essentials

Best of the Best Florida

Best of the Best Florida

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Publisher, Quail Ridge Press

SHEILA THOMAS

Sheila thomas publisherSheila joined Capen Publishing Company (CPC) in 2003 after more than 10 years at Wimmer Cookbooks. As publisher for three CPC imprints, Sheila works with a wide range of organizations, companies, restaurants, and authors. She oversees all aspects of the creative process from conception to completion, managing each project’s team of designers, writers, editors, and photographers while working closely with the publishing partner. Sheila has worked on dozens of award-winning cookbooks as well as a list of culinary classics that have been vital in preserving American regional recipes and traditions. These titles include Napa Valley Entertaining, Instant Pot Basics, Charleston Receipts, River Road Recipes I, II, III, and IV, the Talk About Good series, and Centennial Celebrations. Sheila is a member of the Nashville chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International, the International Association of Culinary Professionals, the Southern Foodways Alliance, and the Independent Book Publishers Association.

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