Fried Green Beans
If you like your beans bright and crispy, this is the recipe for you. And no one will complain when bacon is part of the recipe.
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Chicken & Biscuit Bake
This is a delicious and satisfying recipe that will feed a family. I think it’s about as good as a chicken pot pie from scratch, with a lot less work. I enjoy doing more of it from scratch, but you make it even easier by …
Creamy Grape Salad
This is one of Sue’s favorite salad recipes because it’s delicious and easy to make. If you like a little texture and crunch, be sure to add the pecans.
Hushpuppies
Hushpuppies are the classic side dish served with sea food, especially in the South. They should be crispy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside. They can sometimes be bland, which we avoid with this delicious recipe. The creamed corn added to …
Fried Fish Breading
Crispy Fried Fish is a Southern staple – the right breading is the key to this. Fish breading needs to be crispy, and not mushy. The flavor should add to the fish but not cover it up, the seasonings add to the complexity of the …
Tamale Pie
Note that this recipe is on the Casseroles & Southern pages, but not the Mexican page. This dish has it’s origin in Texas in the very early 1900’s, but it’s not something you would find in Mexico or in a Mexican restaurant.This recipe is another …
Chicken Pot Pie
This is real comfort food, and an all in one dish with the pastry crust, vegetables, and meat all in a savory gravy. If you adjust the seasonings and the stock you could also make this with beef, turkey, or pork. This can be made …
Fried Cabbage with Bacon
This Southern classic goes with a wide variety of main dishes. The bacon and onion bring in a savory side while the cabbage brings in the sweetness.
Pimento Cheese Dip
This dip is a Southern classic. It’s tangy, creamy flavor tastes great on a cracker, on celery, or on a burger. It also makes a large batch so you’ll be ready for a crowd.
Zucchini Fritters
When you have zucchini coming out of your ears, here is another delicious way to prepare it. These are delicious and mostly healthy despite a little oil for frying.