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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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Parmesan Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Parmesan Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups cornmeal1 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese1/2 cup flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4...

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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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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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Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Bacon, Butter Beans,and Tomatoes

Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, chopped1 medium onions, chopped1 small green peppers, chopped3 garlic cloves,...

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MeatPorkSouthern u.s.

Southern Homestyle Sausage Gravy

Ingredients: 1/4 lb favorite breakfast sausage ( about 3 slices)3 tablespoons flour1 teaspoon salt...

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Molasses Bread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Molasses Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1/2...

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Fire and Ice Tomatoes
SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Fire and Ice Tomatoes

Ingredients: 6 medium tomatoes, quartered and peeled1 medium onions, sliced1 medium green peppers, cut...

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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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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 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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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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Garlic Grits
BreakfastSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Garlic Grits

Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic2 teaspoons lite olive oil ( or virgin)1 pinch salt1/2 teaspoon...

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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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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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BreakfastChocolateSouthern u.s.

Chocolate Gravy

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder1/4 cup all-purpose flour3/4 cup granulated sugar2...

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AmericanCondimentsetc.

Vegan Gravy

Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil6 cloves garlic, minced3 slices yellow onions, chopped1/2 cup all-purpose...

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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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Memphis Style Coleslaw
SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Memphis Style Coleslaw

Ingredients: 1 medium head green cabbage, shredded2 carrots, peeled and grated1 green bell peppers,...

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Almond Celery
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Almond Celery

Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine1/2 cup sliced blanched almonds1 bunch celery,...

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Kentucky Hot Brown
Lunch/snacksSandwichesSouthern u.s.

Kentucky Hot Brown

Ingredients: 6 tablespoons butter6 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups milk1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese1...

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Madeline’s Favorite Corn

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

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Green Peas and Dumplings
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Green Peas and Dumplings

Ingredients: 3 lbs fresh green peas ( frozen is fine)3 cups water2 teaspoons salt1...

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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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Mom's Best Sweet Iced Tea
AmericanBeveragesSouthern u.s.

Mom’s Best Sweet Iced Tea

Ingredients: 1 lipton iced tea brew family-size tea bags1 cup sugarwater Directions: Fill the...

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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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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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Bean and Frito Salad
BeansSaladsSouthern u.s.

Bean and Frito Salad

Ingredients: 1 head lettuce, torn in small pieces1 (15 ounce) cans ranch style beans,...

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Hush Puppies III
AmericanSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Hush Puppies III

Ingredients: 2 cups cornmeal 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons flour...

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BeansSaladsSouthern u.s.

Bean And Tomato Salad

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed2 small fresh tomatoes,...

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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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Hot-Water Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Hot-Water Cornbread

Ingredients: 2 cups white cornmeal1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 1/4 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon sugar1/4 cup...

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Brer Rabbit Molasses Sticky Buns(Copycat)
BreadsDessertSouthern u.s.

Brer Rabbit Molasses Sticky Buns(Copycat)

Ingredients: 1/2 cup pecans, chopped ( or walnuts)1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed1/4 cup...

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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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Southern Fried Okra

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh okra, cut into pieces ( don’t use the top of...

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DessertLunch/snacksSouthern u.s.

Summer Dessert

Ingredients: 3/4-1 1/2 cup margarine1 1/2 cups flour1 cup pecans, chopped8 ounces cream cheese1...

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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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Piquant Green Beans
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Piquant Green Beans

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh stringless green beans2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil or 2...

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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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Annes Fruit Punch
BeveragesPunch beverageSouthern u.s.

Annes Fruit Punch

Ingredients: 4 cups cranberry juice cocktail4 cups pineapple juice1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon almond extract2...

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New Wave Waldorf Salad
FruitSaladsSouthern u.s.

New Wave Waldorf Salad

Ingredients: 1 red delicious apples, unpeeled and chopped1 granny smith apples, unpeeled and chopped1...

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Marinated Okra
AppetizersSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Marinated Okra

Ingredients: 2 lbs okra1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/2 cup olive oil1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1...

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Rosemary Peas and Summer Squash
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Rosemary Peas and Summer Squash

Ingredients: 1 medium summer squash1 medium zucchini1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine1/4 lb...

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Elvis' Favorite Sweet Potato Casserole
CasserolesSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Elvis’ Favorite Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients: 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cooked until tender4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened1/2...

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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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Iced Lime Tea
BeveragesPunch beverageSouthern u.s.

Iced Lime Tea

Ingredients: 8 cups boiling water4 orange pekoe tea bags250 ml lime cordial50 ml liquid...

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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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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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Colorful Southern Salad
AmericanSaladsSouthern u.s.

Colorful Southern Salad

Ingredients: 1 head red leaf lettuce, torn1/4 cup radishes, sliced thinly1/3 cup mandarin orange...

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Dad's Oven Baked Ribs
MeatPorkSouthern u.s.

Dad’s Oven Baked Ribs

Ingredients: 4 lbs pork back ribs1 tablespoon butter1 clove garlic ( crushed)1/2 cup ketchup1/3...

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Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Beet Greens with Beets

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

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Southern Scalloped Potatoes
PotatoesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Southern Scalloped Potatoes

Ingredients: 4 -5 large idaho potatoes, peeled3 large onions, sliced4 tablespoons butter1/2 cup flour2...

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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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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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Santa Fe Chicken and Dressing
Main dishOne Dish mealSouthern u.s.

Santa Fe Chicken and Dressing

Ingredients: 3 cups cornbread stuffing mix2 cups chopped cooked chicken1 (4 1/2 ounce) cans...

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Okra and Tomatoes I
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Okra and Tomatoes I

Ingredients: 4 slices bacon1 lb fresh sliced okra2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 large onions, chopped4...

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Basil Bean Salad
SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Basil Bean Salad

Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh green beans, trimmed3 green onions, sliced2/3 cup minced fresh basil2...

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Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread
BreadsQuick breadsSouthern u.s.

Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread

Ingredients: 2 cups cornmeal2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt2 eggs, beaten2...

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Southern Coleslaw
AmericanSaladsSouthern u.s.

Southern Coleslaw

Ingredients: 8 ounces coleslaw dressing ( I like Marzetti’s)1/4 cup pickle juice1/2 teaspoon celery...

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BeefMeatSouthern u.s.

Southern Barbecued Beef Tips

Ingredients: 1 onions ( chopped)1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon prepared mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon...

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Bologna Burgers Ala Wanda
Lunch/snacksSandwichesSouthern u.s.

Bologna Burgers Ala Wanda

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) packages oscar meyer bologna1 (15 ounce) cans hormel chili4 hamburger...

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