Cheramie Sonnier

“Smoke Roots, Mountain Harvest: Recipes and Stories Inspired by My Appalachian Home” by Lauren Angelucci McDuffie, Chronicle Books, 255 pages, hardcover, $29.95

“Teen Chef Cooks: 80 Scrumptious, Family-Friendly Recipes” by Eliana de Las Casas, Rodale Books, 160 pages, paperback, $19.99

“Slow Cooked Paleo: 75 Real Food Recipes for Effortless, Wholesome Meals in Your Slow Cooker” by Bailey Fischer, Page Street Publishing Co., 192 pages, paperback, $21.99

“Unique Eats and Eateries of New Orleans” by Elizabeth M. Williams, Reedy Press, 198 pages, paperback, $20.95

Clancy’s Louisiana Crab Claws with Cilantro and Lime

“3-Ingredient Baking Book: 101 Simple, Sweet & Stress-Free Recipes” by Charmian Christie, Robert Rose Inc., 224 pages, paperback, $24.95

“The Everything: Healthy Mediterranean Cookbook” by Peter Minaki, Adams Media, 320 pages paperback, $18.99

“Ultimate Veg: Easy & Delicious Meals for Everyone” by Jamie Oliver, Flatiron Books, $35, 312 pages, hardcover

Chocolate is almost always the go-to flavor when creating a special, rich dessert for Valentine’s Day. After all, chocolate appeals to almost everyone.

“The Ultimate Cooking for One Cookbook” by Joanie Zisk, Adams Media, 224 pages, paperback, $19.99