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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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AmericanNorth americanSouthern u.s.

Candy Coated Pecans

Ingredients: 1/2-1 cup margarine or 1/2-1 cup salted butter or 1/2-1 cup unsalted butter1...

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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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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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Simple Pickled Beets - Canned
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Simple Pickled Beets – Canned

Ingredients: 10 (14 1/2 ounce) cans sliced beets, drained1 1/2 cups granulated sugar2 cups...

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Rustic Oatmeal Cornbread
BreadsQuick breadsSouthern u.s.

Rustic Oatmeal Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 cup yellow cornmeal1/2 cup oatmeal ( not instant)2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon...

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Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Favorite Family Corn

Ingredients: 1 (28 ounce) bags frozen corn, thawed1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1/4 lb...

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SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Fire ‘n Ice Salad

Ingredients: 4 medium tomatoes, cut into eighths1 medium green peppers, julienned1 small jalapenos, minced1...

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Grilled Cabbage
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Grilled Cabbage

Ingredients: 1 -2 head cabbageonion powderseason saltWorcestershire saucehot pepper sauce Directions: chop up cabbage...

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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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My Secret Ingredient Coleslaw
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

My Secret Ingredient Coleslaw

Ingredients: 1 small heads of cabbage2 -3 carrots1 medium onions1 golden delicious apples (...

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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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Cookies and browniesDessertSouthern u.s.

Vanilla Cookies

Ingredients: 1 box vanilla wafer cookies8 ounces cream cheese2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla2 tablespoons lemon...

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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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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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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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Blue Ridge Mountain Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Blue Ridge Mountain Cornbread

Ingredients: 2 eggs, separated2 teaspoons sugar1 cup cornmeal1 cup milk1 cup flour, sifted2 tablespoons...

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Fried Dill Pickles
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Fried Dill Pickles

Ingredients: 1 pint dill pickles, sliced and undrained1 large eggs, beaten1 tablespoon all-purpose flour,...

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Mom's Dumplings
GrainsPastarice and grains

Mom’s Dumplings

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour1 tablespoon shortening2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup milk...

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AmericanCondimentsetc.

Lisa’s Tartar Sauce

Ingredients: 4 cups mayonnaise1 cup parsley, chopped fine1 cup sweet relish, chopped&drained1 dash Lea...

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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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Chili's Chicken Enchilada Soup
Soups & stewsSouthern u.s.Southwestern u.s.

Chili’s Chicken Enchilada Soup

Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup chicken base3 cups diced yellow onions2 teaspoons ground...

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Fried Okra

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

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Brandied Yams
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Brandied Yams

Ingredients: 5 large yams (about 4 1/2 lbs.) or 5 large sweet potatoes (...

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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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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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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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Best Ever Hush Puppies
AmericanNorth americanSouthern u.s.

Best Ever Hush Puppies

Ingredients: 1 can cream-style corn 2 2/3 cups self-rising cornmeal 1/3 can beer (...

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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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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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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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Yellow Squash Dressing
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Yellow Squash Dressing

Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) packages Mexican cornbread mix2 lbs yellow squash, sliced2 cups water1/2...

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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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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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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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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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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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Sherby's Cornmeal Fried Okra
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Sherby’s Cornmeal Fried Okra

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh okra, sliced ( it needs to be fresh for best...

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Country Cabbage
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Country Cabbage

Ingredients: 3 slices bacon1/2 cup chopped onions1/2 cup chopped celery1 cup green peppers, chopped5...

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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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New Orleans Beignets
BreadsBreakfastSouthern u.s.

New Orleans Beignets

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter1 pinch salt1 cup hot water1 cup sifted flour4 eggspowdered sugar...

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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 VI
AmericanSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Hush Puppies VI

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar...

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Granny's Fried Green Tomatoes
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Granny’s Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients: 4 medium green tomatoes1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning3/4 cup cornmeal2 tablespoons...

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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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Shredded Sweet Potato Pudding
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Shredded Sweet Potato Pudding

Ingredients: 3/4 cup granulated sugar3 tablespoons sweet unsalted butter, melted & cooled slightly1 cup...

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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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Yams a la Francaise
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Yams a la Francaise

Ingredients: 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1 grated oranges,...

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Aunt Bernice's Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Aunt Bernice’s Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal1/2 cup all-purpose flour1 cup buttermilk3 tablespoons sugar1 eggs2 teaspoons baking...

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Texas Picnic Coleslaw
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Texas Picnic Coleslaw

Ingredients: 6 cups Miracle Whip1/3 cup horseradish1 tablespoon dill1 tablespoon black pepper ( finely...

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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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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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Texas Green Fried Tomatoes
AmericanNorth americanSouthern u.s.

Texas Green Fried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1/2 cup yellow cornmeal2 eggs ( beaten with salt&pepper)1/4 teaspoon garlic...

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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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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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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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Green Peas With Peanut Butter Williamsburg
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Green Peas With Peanut Butter Williamsburg

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans sweet peas, liquid reserved1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon peanut butter1...

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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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AmericanAppetizersSouthern u.s.

Sausage Onion Squares

Ingredients: 1 lb mild bulk pork sausage1 large onions, chopped2 cups biscuit mix3/4 cup...

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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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