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Southern cooking has a flavor all its own and you'll love these recipes for Texas chili, dirty rice, grits, and Alabama barbecue sauce



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recipe for do nothing cake (texas tornado cake)

Do Nothing Cake (Texas Tornado Cake)

Made with flour, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, pineapple, butter, sugar, evaporated milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker kentucky burgoo

Slow Cooker Kentucky Burgoo

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

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for maryland-style crab cakes

Maryland-Style Crab Cakes

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


recipe for slow cooker texas baked beans

Slow Cooker Texas Baked Beans

These Texas-style baked beans have triple the meaty flavor by slow cooking bacon, ham, and smoked pork in a rich tomato-ey sauce.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for texas corn 'n' black bean salsa

Texas Corn 'n' Black Bean Salsa

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

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recipe for copycat popeye's cajun rice

Copycat Popeye's Cajun Rice

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

recipe for louisiana sweet and sour alligator

Louisiana Sweet and Sour Alligator

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

recipe for louisiana oyster stuffing

Louisiana Oyster Stuffing

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


recipe for kentucky corn

Kentucky Corn

When it comes to corn, Kentucky knows what's up. This delectable dish is the perfect mix of savory and sweet. The combo of cornbread mix, corn, and sour cream are undeniably delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for great catfish and smoked sausage gumbo

Great Catfish And Smoked Sausage Gumbo

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

recipe for texas enchiladas

Texas Enchiladas

Get your taste buds two-stepping with these Texas enchiladas. Loaded with chili gravy, ground beef, and cheese, they're a meal worthy of any Texas-sized appetite.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker chicken and rice gumbo soup

Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Gumbo Soup

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

recipe for alabama-mexican chicken casserole

Alabama-Mexican Chicken Casserole

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

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for eggplant gumbo

Eggplant Gumbo

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


recipe for cajun andouille sausage and shrimp gumbo

Cajun Andouille Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo

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

recipe for brown hotel kentucky hot brown

Brown Hotel Kentucky Hot Brown

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

recipe for new orleans shrimp gumbo

New Orleans Shrimp Gumbo

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


recipe for louisiana pork chops

Louisiana Pork Chops

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

recipe for copycat red lobster's maryland crab cakes

Copycat Red Lobster's Maryland Crab Cakes

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

recipe for slow cooker texas-style barbecued chicken

Slow Cooker Texas-Style Barbecued Chicken

Chicken legs are slow cooked in a spiced, smoky barbecue sauce. You can use other chicken pieces as well, just adjust the cooking time as needed if using white...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for texas shepherd's pie with buttermilk mashed potatoes

Texas Shepherd's Pie With Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

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

recipe for mississippi fried chicken

Mississippi Fried Chicken

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for new orleans file gumbo

New Orleans File Gumbo

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


recipe for texas cinnamon coffee

Texas Cinnamon Coffee

A nice way to have flavored coffee without adding a lot of calories. Coffee grounds are brewed with cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dr. pepper texas chocolate cake

Dr. Pepper Texas Chocolate Cake

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

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken picante

Chicken Picante

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


recipe for alabama corn sticks

Alabama Corn Sticks

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

recipe for copycat tennessee ernie ford's pea picking cake

Copycat Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake

Yellow or white cake is baked with the addition of mandarin oranges and then frosted with a frosting made from crushed pineapple, Cool Whip, and vanilla...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for texas-style stuffed jalapenos

Texas-Style Stuffed Jalapenos

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


recipe for gene autry's texas chili

Gene Autry's Texas Chili

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

recipe for tennessee cornbread

Tennessee Cornbread

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

recipe for slow cooker smoked sausage gumbo

Slow Cooker Smoked Sausage Gumbo

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


recipe for basic hot buttered grits

Basic Hot Buttered Grits

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

recipe for texas style sloppy joes

Texas Style Sloppy Joes

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tennessee mud spiked coffee

Tennessee Mud Spiked Coffee

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


recipe for super texas chili

Super Texas Chili

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

recipe for northeastern arkansas cornbread

Northeastern Arkansas Cornbread

Made with buttermilk, eggs, salt, butter, mild vegetable oil or bacon drippings, stone-ground white cornmeal, flour, baking soda, baking powder

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ham and cheese biscuits

Ham and Cheese Biscuits

Made with buttermilk, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, butter, baked Virginia ham, cheddar cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for kentucky bourbon sweet potatoes

Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Potatoes

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

recipe for florida citrus baked chicken

Florida Citrus Baked Chicken

Made with apple juice, black pepper, lime, boneless, skinless, chicken breast halves, orange juice, capers, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for north carolina barbecue sauce

North Carolina Barbecue Sauce

North Carolina BBQ starts off with a heavy dose of tangy cider vinegar. Throw in some brown sugar and ketchup and we've got ourselves a sauce perfect for pork sandwiches...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker spicy cajun gumbo

Slow Cooker Spicy Cajun Gumbo

There's just no substitute for good gumbo! Chicken, shrimp and sausage come together with onions and bell pepper that provide classic Cajun veggie flavors.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for louisiana pecan pralines

Louisiana Pecan Pralines

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

recipe for florida barbecue sauce

Florida Barbecue Sauce

Made with cornstarch, mango juice, ketchup, brown sugar, prepared mustard, black pepper, onion juice, orange juice, pineapple juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked virginia ham

Baked Virginia Ham

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

recipe for piedmont-style north carolina ribs

Piedmont-style North Carolina Ribs

Made with liquid smoke, water, pork back ribs, ketchup, vinegar, cayenne pepper, crushed hot red pepper flakes, black pepper, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for texas chow-chow

Texas Chow-Chow

Made with allspice, cinnamon, vinegar, sugar, green tomatoes, cabbage, green and red bell pepper, onions, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for north carolina coleslaw

North Carolina Coleslaw

Made with celery seed, black pepper, salt, salad oil, cabbage, onion, green bell pepper, vinegar, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for big bob gibson's alabama white bbq sauce

Big Bob Gibson's Alabama White BBQ Sauce

Say goodbye to ordinary barbecue sauces and hello to something extraordinary. Big Bob Gibson's Alabama white BBQ sauce brings a creamy richness that's perfect...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sweet southern-style iced tea

Sweet Southern-Style Iced Tea

Made with ice, tea bags, sugar, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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