Southern US

Sloppy Joes done the Texas way - piled high with ground beef, pinto beans, and green chiles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A deliciously simply one pot Cajun creation. Thanks to the ground beef it's super satisfying, while Creole seasoning along with diced peppers and onions give it that comfort...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you've got a cast iron corn stick pan lying around your kitchen, it's high time you used it. If you don't have one just pour the mix into a muffin tin and make some Alabama corn...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

South Texas knows its way around a breakfast taco. Corn tortillas are loaded up with cheese, chorizo, egg, and any other toppings that will start your day off right.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe is the perfect way to add a little bit of seafood flair to your Thanksgiving feast. This traditional oyster stuffing is sure to please even the most discerning...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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This Texas-style bread uses a potato starter that can be used over and over. The bread has a light flavor to it, not too sweet and not too sour.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

This hearty slow cooker stew is made with a combination of beef, pork, and chicken.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Sweet and sour style, stirred up with saucy pineapple and bell peppers, this gator tail could almost be mistaken for take-out.

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you've never been up to New England to experience true crab cakes, add it to the bucket list. Until then, this recipe for crispy, Maryland-style cakes should tide you over.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Grits are a Southern staple for a reason. Have them for breakfast, have them with dinner, have them absolutely whenever you please. There's never a bad time for a hot bowl of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A southern twist on Shepherd's pie made with ground beef, vegetables, and salsa and topped with buttermilk mashed potatoes

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Indulge in a rich and decadent chocolate sheet cake recipe made with cocoa powder, flour, sugar, and other simple ingredients. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Tennessee cornbread is a variation of cornbread that includes self-rising flour, baking powder, and baking soda to create a lighter, fluffier texture.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

From The All American Cowboy Cookbook, this recipe purports to be legendary Gene Autry's take on Texas chili. True Texas chili, of course, doesn't contain beans but we'll let...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A healthy coating of flour helps give the chicken a delicious, crispy crust. Such a simple classic!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

If you're craving some thick gumbo that makes no compromises, here it is. Eggplant, tomato and okra stewed in chicken stock with spicy jalapenos makes a healthy and hearty gumbo to top a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Don't let let the lengthy recipe directions scare you off, this is the best gumbo you'll ever have.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cayenne pepper, vegetable oil, flour, garlic, onions, celery, green bell pepper, frozen cut okra, chopped tomatoes, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Old Bay and Dijon mustard add a New England kick that's right on point with these crab cakes, but what else would you expect from a Red Lobster copycat?

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Hot, spicy gumbo and rice is a dish that everybody should learn. Packed with sausage, chicken, and okra, a bowl of this gumbo is as filling as it gets.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with beef cutlets, egg, milk, flour, vegetable shortening, salt, black pepper, paprika, white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Ready in 20 minutes and packed full of flavor. Simply bake tender chicken breasts in a dressed up picante sauce and serve over rice for an easy dinner.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Butter, vanilla, and a golden-baked marshmallow topping turn some sweet potatoes into an utterly life-changing casserole.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This boozy coffee will definitely warm you up on a cold day. It's made with coffee, amaretto, and whiskey and topped with some fluffy whipped cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a no-nonsense approach to making a delicious smoked sausage gumbo with traditional ingredients. Gather your broth, spices, and veggies, and let the slow cooker...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

A slathering of mustard on the fish adds zip to the crispy coating when deep-fried. Best with catfish but works well with other fish too.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

The Brown Hotel in Kentucky is famous for their Hot Brown sandwich. It's made of turkey, bacon, tomatoes, and mornay sauce on toast. If you can't get to the Brown Hotel...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Spicy and simple with just a few ingredients. Pork chops are seasoned with red, white, and black pepper then seared in a pan. Then diced tomatoes are added to make a savory sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The holy Cajun trinity of onion, celery, and bell peppers with a dark brown roux is enough to get the party started, but okra, Andouille sausage and shrimp...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with baking soda, Dr. Pepper, chocolate chips, eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, shortening, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with pecan, pecans, flour, butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, vanilla extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is some goooood gumbo! It's not difficult to make but does require that you dirty a lot of dishes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

The battle of the BBQ between states is a big deal, and sauce is one of the most defining differences in styles. This South Carolina sauce works best with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Delicious salsa with black beans for something a little more substantial than your typical dip. With a bite from jalapeno, this chunky salsa is great on tortilla chips...


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with garlic, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, poblano peppers, jalapeno chilies, chipotle chili, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, coriander

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with egg whites, egg yolks, graham cracker crumbs, margarine, sugar, Key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk


Time:   over 5 hours

North Carolina BBQ may be all about the pork, but you can use this authentic vinegar sauce to grill up some outstanding chicken too.


Time:   2-5 hours

Country ham is baked with an orange juice and brown sugar baste and served with a sweet and savory port-wine sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with sharp Cheddar cheese, onions, corn chips, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, cubed, cooked chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with water, butter, eggs, sugar, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with celery, garlic, andouille sausage, chicken broth, Cajun spice, dried thyme, bay leaves, black pepper, salt, frozen sliced okra

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Green tomatoes are ideal for frying. Firm enough that they don't fall apart, and these cornmeal-breaded bites are perfect for dipping in ranch or spicy mayo.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with water, sugar, flour, baking soda, sour cream, eggs, cocoa powder, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Josh walks you through browning the chicken, making the roux, and everything else you need to make a pretty spectacular Cajun stew.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Jalapenos are stuffed with a cream cheese and cheddar mixture, topped with some meaty bacon, and baked until the bacon is crisp and the cheese is bubbly.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A thick T-bone steak dressed up with sweet & spicy salsa is the embodiment of all that Tex-Mex should be. The cool salsa, bursting with flavor from papaya, cilantro, and...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

These giant 1 pound burgers are named after the Blue Whistler cannon that was used in several battles, including the Texas Revolution.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with shoepeg corn, olive oil, diced green chilies, scallions, celery, cider vinegar, lime, Rotel tomatoes, fresh cilantro, Tabasco or cayenne


Time:   2-5 hours

A fun Texas-style twist to sushi! Thin roast beef is wrapped around cheesy rice and refried beans.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These pecan pralines come straight from the heart of Louisiana's culinary heritage, offering that well-known balance of richness and nuttiness.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours