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Category: Southern u.s.

“Down-Home Comfort” – Our “Southern U.S.” category celebrates the rich culinary traditions of the American South. From savory barbecue and fried chicken to sweet pecan pie and biscuits, these recipes offer a taste of Southern hospitality and comfort.

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Baked Okra with Cheese
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Baked Okra with Cheese

Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen whole okra, partially thawed or 20 ounces fresh...

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Cabbage Jambayala
Main dishOne Dish mealSouthern u.s.

Cabbage Jambayala

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 lb smoked sausage 1 onions, chopped 3 celery...

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Super Moist Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Super Moist Cornbread

Ingredients: 2 cups self-rising cornmeal2 cups buttermilk1 large eggs1 tablespoon sugar1/3 cup butter Directions:...

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Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea
AmericanBeveragesSouthern u.s.

Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea

Ingredients: 3 lipton family-size tea bags1 3/4 cups granulated sugar8 cups boiling water Directions:...

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Southern Pride Sweet Cornbread
BreadsEggs/dairySouthern u.s.

Southern Pride Sweet Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups sugar1/4 cup honey2 eggs1/2 cup butter ( softened)1 cup milk1...

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Southern Fried Green Tomatoes
Lunch/snacksSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Southern Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients: 3 medium unpeeled firm green tomatoessaltpepper1/4-1/3 cup milk1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 beaten eggs3/4...

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Best Cornbread Ever
BreadsQuick breadsSouthern u.s.

Best Cornbread Ever

Ingredients: 2 boxes Jiffy corn muffin mix4 eggs, beaten3/4 cup butter, melted1 (12 ounce)...

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Pig Pickin' Cake
CakesDessertSouthern u.s.

Pig Pickin’ Cake

Ingredients: 1 (18 ounce) boxes yellow cake mix ( or your favorite recipe)3 eggs...

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Down Home Banana Bread Pudding
AmericanDessertSouthern u.s.

Down Home Banana Bread Pudding

Ingredients: 2 eggs1 cup milk1/4 cup brown sugar1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon vanilla...

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Cabbage Soup ala Nita
Soups & stewsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Cabbage Soup ala Nita

Ingredients: 6 -8 slices bacon, cut in 4 pieces each3 tablespoons butter2 vidalia onions...

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Kelly's Fried Oysters
AppetizersSeafoodSouthern u.s.

Kelly’s Fried Oysters

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers select raw oysters1 beaten eggs1 cup finely crushed Chicken...

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Golden Eggplant (Aubergine) Rounds
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Golden Eggplant (Aubergine) Rounds

Ingredients: 1 medium eggplants, cut into 1/2 inch slices1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs1/4 cup parmesan...

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Cold Cucumber Salad
SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Cold Cucumber Salad

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers, peeled and sliced1 teaspoon kosher salt1 teaspoon white vinegar1/2 cup mayonnaise1/4...

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Daddy's Doggin' Southern Cabbage
Main dishSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Daddy’s Doggin’ Southern Cabbage

Ingredients: 1 head cabbage4 -6 tablespoons bacon grease or 4 -6 tablespoons margarine or...

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Baked Beans Southern Style
BeansSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Baked Beans Southern Style

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans van camps pork and beans1 large onions, diced3 tablespoons...

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Luscious Almond Mocha
BeveragesChocolateSouthern u.s.

Luscious Almond Mocha

Ingredients: 1/2 cup hershey’s dark cocoa1/2 cup cuban coffee or 1/2 cup instant coffee...

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Okra Patties
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Okra Patties

Ingredients: 1 lb okra, chopped fine1/2 cup onions, chopped fine1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2...

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Pea Picker Salad
AmericanSaladsSouthern u.s.

Pea Picker Salad

Ingredients: 1 package plain Doritos, crushed don’t use big bag1 bunch green onions, chopped,to...

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Steak Marinade
Condimentsetc.Marinades and rubs

Steak Marinade, Quick and Easy

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce3 tablespoons minced garlic, from jar is...

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Beet Greens with Beets

Ingredients: 10 ounces washed beet greens1 tablespoon butter2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh...

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Sweet Potato Phyllo Wraps
DessertFruitSouthern u.s.

Sweet Potato Phyllo Wraps

Ingredients: 3/4 cup mashed sweet potatoes3/4 teaspoon vanilla1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon4 sheets frozen phyllo...

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Warm Greens Saute
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Warm Greens Saute

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil4 cups mixed greens, i like swiss chard,spinach and kale1...

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Simple Remoulade Sauce
Condimentsetc.Sauces

Simple Remoulade Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons lemon juice3 teaspoons chopped parsley2 teaspoons brown mustard2 tablespoons...

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Steamed Veggies With Butter Sauce
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Steamed Veggies With Butter Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped turnips2 cups chopped rutabagas1/2 cup chopped carrots1 cup chopped broccoli1...

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Real Southern Style Green Beans
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Real Southern Style Green Beans

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans green beans ( undrained)3 -4 slices bacon1/2 onions, sliced4...

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Southern Tea Punch
BeveragesPunch beverageSouthern u.s.

Southern Tea Punch

Ingredients: 1 quart orange juice5 -6 tea bags6 -8 leaves fresh mintwater, to fill...

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Microwave Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Microwave Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/3 cup canola...

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Scalloped Eggs and Bacon
BreakfastEggs/dairySouthern u.s.

Scalloped Eggs and Bacon

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine1/4 cup chopped onions2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1...

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Cherry and Cream Parfaits
DessertFruitSouthern u.s.

Cherry and Cream Parfaits

Ingredients: 1 cup whipping cream3 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 dash salt1 cup sour...

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Southern Black-Eyed Peas
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Southern Black-Eyed Peas

Ingredients: 4 cups fresh or frozen black-eyed peas4 -5 slices bacon1 large onions, chopped1...

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Texas Caviar
AppetizersSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Texas Caviar

Ingredients: 3 cups black-eyed peas, pre-cooked or 2 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, drained1...

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Sweet Onion Pie
OnionsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Sweet Onion Pie

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) packages Ritz crackers (crushed) or 1 (4 ounce) packages townhouse...

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Parmesan Beans And Peppers

Ingredients: 1 large red peppers, chopped1 small green peppers, chopped1/4 cup chopped onions2 cloves...

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Southern Spiced Tea
AmericanBeveragesSouthern u.s.

Southern Spiced Tea

Ingredients: 8 cups boiling water5 tablespoons tea leaves ( 5-8 tea bags)1 lemons, juice...

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French Toast Topping
BreakfastEggs/dairySouthern u.s.

French Toast Topping

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) packages light cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons light sour...

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microwave grits
GrainsPastarice and grains

microwave grits

Ingredients: 5 cups water1 cup grits1/2 teaspoon kosher saltbuttercheddar cheese, etc Directions: place all...

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Fried Green Tomatoes IIi
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Fried Green Tomatoes IIi

Ingredients: 8 large green tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick2 eggs, beaten1/2 cup flour1 teaspoon...

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Creamy Carolina Coleslaw
SaladsSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Creamy Carolina Coleslaw

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons fresh...

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DessertEggs/dairySouthern u.s.

Baked Custard Cups

Ingredients: 2 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 dash nutmeg1 teaspoon vanilla1 1/2 cups...

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Georgia Cracker Salad
AmericanSaladsSouthern u.s.

Georgia Cracker Salad

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) packages saltine crackers1 large tomatoes, finely chopped3 green onions, finely...

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Garden Vegetable Combo

Ingredients: 4 small zucchini, sliced1 small onions, chopped1 medium green peppers, chopped2 tablespoons butter...

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CakesDessertSouthern u.s.

Depression Fudge Cake

Ingredients: 1 cup sugar1 cup buttermilk1 1/2 cups flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1...

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Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Madeline’s Favorite Corn

Ingredients: 12 cups frozen corn ( or fresh cut off the cob if you...

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Mom's Chicken Enchiladas
Southern u.s.Southwestern u.s.Tex Mex

Mom’s Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients: 3 lbs chicken, deboned1/2 cup butter1 onions, chopped1 (10 ounce) cans ro-tel chilies1...

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Maple Pralines
CandyDessertSouthern u.s.

Maple Pralines

Ingredients: 2 cups sugar2/3 cup milk1 cup maple syrup2 cups pecans ( I often...

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Vidalia Onions for the Grill
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Vidalia Onions for the Grill

Ingredients: 2 medium vidalia onions4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine1 garlic cloves, chopped1...

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BeefMeatSouthern u.s.

Smothered Round Steak

Ingredients: 2 lbs round steaks ( London broil, chuck, or round roasts may also...

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Sausage Dressing
AmericanSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Sausage Dressing

Ingredients: 1 lb sausage1 large white onions, diced5 celery ribs, diced5 cups cornbread3 cups...

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Green Beans Lyonnaise
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Green Beans Lyonnaise

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon, diced1/4 cup minced onions1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon red wine vinegar1...

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Granny's Fried Corn
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Granny’s Fried Corn

Ingredients: 6 -8 ears sweet corn ( frozen may be substituted)2 large green bell...

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Todd's Russian Tea
BeveragesPunch beverageSouthern u.s.

Todd’s Russian Tea

Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves2 cinnamon sticks1 1/2-2 cups white sugar1 (12 ounce)...

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Boston Iced Tea
AmericanBeveragesSouthern u.s.

Boston Iced Tea

Ingredients: 1 gallon water1 cup white sugar15 small tea bags1 (12 fluid ounce) cans...

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Chicken-Fried Steak Strips With Milk Gravy
BeefMeatSouthern u.s.

Chicken-Fried Steak Strips With Milk Gravy

Ingredients: 2 large eggs1 cup milk6 tablespoons chopped onions, pressed through a garlic press,...

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Southern Peas and Ham
BeansSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Southern Peas and Ham

Ingredients: 3 cups shelled fresh purple-hull peas2 cups water1/3 cup cubed lean ham1/2 cup...

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Piney Woods Hush Puppies
BreadsSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Piney Woods Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2...

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Southern Pea Salad
SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Southern Pea Salad

Ingredients: 6 cups shredded lettuce2 cups small early june peas1 medium red onions3 hard-boiled...

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Hush Puppies II
AmericanSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Hush Puppies II

Ingredients: 2 cups self-rising cornmeal 1/2 cup self rising flour 2 eggs 1 tablespoon...

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Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Fried Okra

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh okra2 cups buttermilk1 cup self-rising cornmeal1 cup self-rising flour1 teaspoon...

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Southern Plantation Lima Beans
BeansSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Southern Plantation Lima Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb dried lima beans1/2 lb rind from a baked ham or 1/2...

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White Chocolate Mocha
BeveragesChocolateSouthern u.s.

White Chocolate Mocha

Ingredients: 2/3 cup whole milk6 tablespoons white chocolate chipscoffeewhipped cream Directions: Add milk and...

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