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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Fried Green Tomatoes II
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Fried Green Tomatoes II

Ingredients: 1 medium green tomatoes ( per person)saltpepperwhite cornmealbacon drippings Directions: Slice tomatoes about...

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AmericanBeveragesSouthern u.s.

Relaxing in Front of the Fire

Ingredients: 1/2 ounce cinnamon schnapps2 ounces Kahlua5 ounces hot coffee ( enough coffee to...

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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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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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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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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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Skillet Beans 'n Weiners
Main dishSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Skillet Beans ‘n Weiners

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) cans pork and beans ( drained)1/3 cup chopped sweet onions4...

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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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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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Virginia Peanut Soup
AmericanSoups & stewsSouthern u.s.

Virginia Peanut Soup

Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup or 1 (10...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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Southern Fried Corn
CornSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Southern Fried Corn

Ingredients: 6 medium fresh ears of corn2 slices bacon1 medium yellow onions, chopped1/2 cup...

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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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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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The Best Southern Green Beans
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

The Best Southern Green Beans

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bags frozen green beans or 2 (14 ounce) cans green...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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BeefMeatSouthern u.s.

Smothered Round Steak

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

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Fried Okra With Crispy Parmesan Coating
Side dishesSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Fried Okra With Crispy Parmesan Coating

Ingredients: 1 cup sliced fresh okra ( slices are about 1/4-inch thick)1 eggs1/2 cup...

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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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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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Healthy Banana Bread
BreadsFruitSouthern u.s.

Healthy Banana Bread

Ingredients: 1/2 cup plain flour1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2...

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Quick Pralines
CandyDessertSouthern u.s.

Quick Pralines

Ingredients: 1/4 cup water2 tablespoons butter1 cup light brown sugar1 cup confectioners’ sugar1/2 teaspoon...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Bacon, Butter Beans,and Tomatoes

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

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SaladsSouthern u.s.Vegetables

Ham-Cole Slaw Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 cup diced cooked ham...

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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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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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