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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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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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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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Ambrosia
AmericanDessertSouthern u.s.

Ambrosia

Ingredients: 1 (30 ounce) cans fruit cocktail, drained2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans mandarin oranges,...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Bar B Que Sauce
Condimentsetc.Sauces

Bar B Que Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cup prepared mustard1 cup white vinegar or 1 cup apple cider vinegar1...

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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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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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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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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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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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Hearty Black-Eyed Pea Salad
SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Hearty Black-Eyed Pea Salad

Ingredients: 3 (15 ounce) cans black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained1/2 lb cooked ham, diced3...

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Paula Deen's Tomato Grits
Pastarice and grainsSide dishes

Paula Deen’s Tomato Grits

Ingredients: 2 cups water1 1/4 cups milk1 teaspoon salt1 cup quick-cooking grits1/2 cup butter,...

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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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Southern Battered Eggplant (Aubergine)
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Southern Battered Eggplant (Aubergine)

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 dash fresh ground pepper2/3 cup non-dairy coffee creamer...

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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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Al's Pancakes
BreakfastPancakes and wafflesSouthern u.s.

Al’s Pancakes

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons baking powder2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons cooking oil1 dash vanilla1 dash salt1...

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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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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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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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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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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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Napa Salad
SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Napa Salad

Ingredients: 1 head napa cabbage, cut up1 package ramen noodles, sauteed in butter1/2 cup...

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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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Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Southern Fried Okra

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

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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

Bacon, Butter Beans,and Tomatoes

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Cowboy Beans and Sausage Skillet
BeansSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Cowboy Beans and Sausage Skillet

Ingredients: 1/2 lb pork sausage, roll type, any flavor1/2 cup sweet onions, finely chopped2...

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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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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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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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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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Buttered Spinach
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Buttered Spinach

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh spinach3 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperlemon juice or vinegar,...

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Southern Green Beans
AmericanBeansSouthern u.s.

Southern Green Beans

Ingredients: 4 cups green beans, fresh or fresh frozen3 slices bacon, chopped1/2 cup chopped...

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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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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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AmericanDessertSouthern u.s.

Oh so Yummy Chocolate Gooey Layered Dessert

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/4 cup margarine, melted1 cup chopped nuts8 ounces cream cheese1 cup...

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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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Easy Eggplant (Aubergine) Parmesan
Main dishSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Easy Eggplant (Aubergine) Parmesan

Ingredients: 1 large eggplants1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs1/8-1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese1 (26 ounce)...

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Kentucky Hot Browns
AmericanNorth americanSouthern u.s.

Kentucky Hot Browns

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons flour1 1/2 cups milk1 egg yolks, beaten1/2 cup cheddar...

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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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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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Hot Herbed Tomatoes
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Hot Herbed Tomatoes

Ingredients: 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved3/4 cup soft breadcrumbs1/3 cup onions, minced1/3 cup fresh...

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Momma Dips Creamed Peas With Pearl Onions
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Momma Dips Creamed Peas With Pearl Onions

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) boxes frozen baby green peas1 (12 ounce) jars cooked white...

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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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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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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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Lobster Thermidor
Main dishSeafoodSouthern u.s.

Lobster Thermidor

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons butter ( no substitutions)1 cup sauterne white wine2...

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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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