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While Southern cooking may be most famous for deep-frying and the liberal use of bacon grease, authentic Southern cuisine is most importantly hearty, filling, and plentiful. Feed your crowd with a few of these traditionally Southern dishes; you'll get rave reviews.
Southern cooking is indulgent, and traditional southern desserts are no exception. Based upon ingredients that every cook always had on hand, there's no dessert that says Read More
Learn about sweet potato pone in this video cooking class on traditional Southern recipes. Read More
When one thinks of the South, the first thing that comes to mind is country people and good tasting country food. Luckily, you don't have to live down South to get a Read More
There is a resurgence in the interest of Southern cooking which can be attributed to the popularity of one lovely Southern lady. Paula Deen and her many shows on the Food Read More
Southern Fried Chicken, a comfort food classic, is a staple in many cooks' repertoires. This dish is crispy and delicious and brings back memories from childhood visits to Read More
Low country boil is a traditional Southern recipe that stems from the southern regions of South Carolina and Georgia. This recipe is easy and fun, and can easily be adapted Read More
You haven't had green beans until you've had them seasoned Southern-style. Green beans are a popular vegetable in the South and they are most commonly served slow-seasoned Read More
Simplicity is the key to this Southern comfort food. Just a few ingredients make magic, letting the flavor of the peas shine through. A smoked ham hock (a piece of ham bone Read More
Whiskey sauce is a delicious concoction that goes extraordinarily well with bread pudding or cake. Whiskey sauce is a cherished part of Southern cooking, especially in Read More
Southern hospitality is known the world over and the Southern style of cooking might be a bit fattening but it sure does taste good. For generations, fish have been getting Read More
Techniques for cooking chicken fried steak to perfection; learn this and more in this free cooking video series about Southern food taught by a culinary instructor. Read More
Steps for cooking fried chicken, including turning in the oil; learn this and more in this free cooking video series about Southern food taught by a culinary instructor. Read More
Grits are a Southern tradition which are not just found on the breakfast table anymore. They are actually coarsely ground hominy or corn--sometimes yellow, but usually Read More
Grits are a traditional southern favorite and this tasty side dish can be your family's new addiction. Try this one out tonight! Read More
Shrimp and grits is a traditional Southern recipe that is easy to make and yummy to eat. You can make shrimp and grits that are restaurant quality right in your own kitchen. Read More
Basic ingredients needed to make a German potato salad; find them all in this free Southern cooking video. Read More
Okra can be served boiled or stewed, but one of the best ways to eat it is fried. Crispy, golden brown, fried okra is a delicious side dish to almost any meal in the South. Read More
A classic southern dish that's popular among pot-luck dinners in all regions, deviled eggs are a tasty, easy-to-make treat. So easy, in fact, that you might not believe Read More
Pigs Feet are a popular food in the Southern Region of the United States. Definitely an acquired taste, they can be pickled, smoked or barbecued. Here are a few tips on how Read More
If you've ever traveled in the southern United States you have probably seen vendors selling boiled peanuts. If you don't get to the south often, or if you've never tried Read More
Pork cracklings are very tasty and can be used as a snack, added to salads and greens or added to your favorite cornbread recipe for true Southern style crackling cornbread. Read More
Good old-fashioned sausage gravy is a Southern favorite. Easy to prepare, sausage gravy is typically served over biscuits and eaten for breakfast. So, skip the pre-packaged Read More
Are you looking for new and interesting dish to make for Easter dinner or perhaps to take to your son’s potluck band banquet? If so, here is a unique dish that will add Read More
Have you ever been to a cookout or barbexue and load your plate up with potato salad, a big burger and just when your excited about some baked beans you discover that the Read More
Grits are a Southern favorite that are similar to Italian polenta. They are a simple and tasty side dish and can even take center stage depending on how they are prepared. Read More
Grits are a mainstay in the Southern cook’s kitchen. A steaming bowl of buttery grits is a quick and wholesome way for your family to start that day. On the weekend Read More
Red-eye gravy is a traditional Southern gravy, often served with ham and biscuits. The name "red-eye" comes from the circle of reddish fat that forms on top of the gravy Read More
Combining the light flavor of fish and the hearty flavor of the frying process, fried breaded fish is popular in many cultures, such as Southern U.S., British and Asian Read More
This rice dish makes a speedy and richly satisfying dinner on its own, or it can be a side dish with any spicy meal. Similar to jambalaya, this rice pilaf gets its flavor Read More
Hominy is a staple in Southern kitchens, but in other regions, many cooks are unfamiliar with hominy. Hominy, simply put, is corn without the germ. Hominy casserole is a Read More
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