Sweet Potato Fries
These are a great snack or side dish that goes well with Southern dishes. I like to make them after I deep fry a turkey, while the turkey is resting, since they only take about 5 minutes to cook in the hot oil. They are …
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Hamburger Gravy
This recipe makes a rich, satisfying meal out of leftovers. You can use leftover hamburgers or meat loaf; or, you could just brown a pound of ground beef ahead of time. You can serve this over potatoes, noodles, rice, toast or biscuits.
Creole Seasoning
This is one of my favorite seasonings, and it is essential for making Cajun or Creole dishes. This recipe is low in salt so that you can used it on brined or dry brined meats without over salting the meat. This recipe is done in …
Sausage & Cabbage Skillet
This is a another great combination of sausage and cabbage. I prefer sliced sausage for this recipe, and it’s very quick and easy to make.
Sausage and Cabbage Casserole
This delicious meal is extremely simple to make and is a very satisfying meal. It goes great with some crusty bread and brown mustard.
Fried Green Tomatoes
What to do with green tomatoes? Fry them up of course! The tangy flavor makes this a great side dish with pork or chicken. The remoulade sauce brings them up to the next level.
Corn Bread
A staple of Southern cooking, corn bread goes as a great side dish with any Southern entree. Most Southerners insist that corn bread should be savory, but I admit that I prefer it sweet, especially when served with BBQ. This recipe recommends using a cast …
Fried Chicken
A staple of southern dinners, good fried chicken goes good for Sunday dinner as well as for a Saturday picnic. The same process can be used for fish fillets too.
Cider Baked Ham
What is it about sweet and salty? They go so well together, and this ham dish is a prime example. I originally got this recipe from America’s Test Kitchens, but have made a few changes. This recipe takes some time, but it is sooo worth …