Made with allspice, cinnamon, vinegar, sugar, green tomatoes, cabbage, green and red bell pepper, onions, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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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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Texas Chow-Chow
Texas Blue Whistler Burger
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
Original Florida Key Lime Pie
Made with egg whites, egg yolks, graham cracker crumbs, margarine, sugar, Key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk
Time: over 5 hours
Kentucky Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie
As if pecan pie wasn't decadent enough, this recipe adds in chocolate and bourbon to the mix. The pie is very rich so make sure to cut the slices thin.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Catfish Gumbo
Made with crushed red pepper, catfish fillets, celery, green bell pepper, onion, garlic, vegetable oil, chicken broth, tomatoes, frozen okra
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Northeastern Arkansas Cornbread
If you've ever dreamed of creating that perfect cornbread that pairs beautifully with everything from chili to fried chicken, this is your ticket.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Florida Barbecue Sauce
A fun twist on traditional barbecue sauce, this Florida-style recipe combines ketchup and brown sugar with fresh fruit juices. It's mild but packs a punch on grilled meats.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Arkansas Fried Green Tomatoes
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
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
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
Sweet Southern-Style Iced Tea
Made with ice, tea bags, sugar, water
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas-Style Beef Sushi
A fun Texas-style twist to sushi! Thin roast beef is wrapped around cheesy rice and refried beans.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
South Texas Breakfast
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
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
Texas Hill Country T-Bones
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
North Carolina Coleslaw
A simple and speedy recipe for North Carolina-style coleslaw, combining fresh vegetables and a sweet and tangy dressing. Ready to serve after a few hours in the refrigerator, it...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Mushroom, Ham, And Cheddar Stuffed Burgers
Stuffed burgers are better burgers. A cheesy interior with onion, mushroom, and ham turns these patties into an explosively flavorful grill-out option.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Oysters Louisiana
Made with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, butter, oysters, green onions, garlic, lump crabmeat
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Arkansas Cake (Oatmeal Cake)
Think of Arkansas cake as an old-school dessert that's about oats, sugar, and a major topping of broiled coconut and pecans - perfect for when a classic finish feels just...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Virginia Peanut Soup
Made with scallions, peanuts, butter, onion, chicken stock, all-purpose flour, heavy cream, peanut butter, hot sauce, limes
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Tennessee Whiskey Balls
Made with whiskey, corn syrup, baking cocoa, chopped pecans, vanilla wafers, powdered sugar
Time: under 30 minutes
Florida Barbecued Shrimp
Made with lemon juice, orange juice, chili sauce, garlic, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, honey, vegetable oil, paprika, salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method: outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
Virginia Spoon Bread
Made with baking powder, milk, cornmeal, salt, shortening, water, eggs
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Texas Sheet Cake
Made with water, sugar, flour, baking soda, sour cream, eggs, cocoa powder, butter
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Alabama Fudge Pecan Chewies
Made with pecan, pecans, flour, butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, vanilla extract
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Vegetarian Okra Gumbo
Okra, tomato, and green pepper with veggie broth and white rice makes a healthy and satisfying meal and even better leftovers.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Mississippi Mud Cake With Marshmallow Creme
Made with sugar, eggs, self-rising flour, baking cocoa, pecans, marshmallow creme, butter or margarine, confectioners' sugar
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Ralph And Kakoo's Gumbo
Made with garlic, tomato sauce, black pepper, water, green onions, oysters, all-purpose flour, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Bayou Dirty Rice
Made with celery, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, cumin, ground oregano, rice
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chicken Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo Hazel
Made with dry mustard, cumin, onion powder, whole chicken, vegetable oil, andouille sausage, all-purpose flour, onions, green bell peppers
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Mississippi Chili
Made with salt and pepper, kidney beans, tomato juice, onions, celery, garlic, oil, ground beef, chili powder, ground cumin
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Corky's Memphis-Style Coleslaw
Made with salt, celery seeds, cider vinegar, cabbage, carrots, green bell pepper, onion, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sugar
Time: 2-5 hours
4-Star Texas Chili
Made with white rice, black beans, beef stew meat, pork stew meat, onion, Italian salad dressing, beef broth, salsa, chili powder
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Georgian Chicken Salad With Herbs
Made with fresh dill, whole chicken, walnuts, ground coriander, powdered cardamom, garlic, salt, red wine vinegar, green onions, cilantro
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Louisiana Dirty Rice
Made with chicken livers, ground pork, ground beef, oil, onion, garlic, celery, green onions, parsley, Worcestershire sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Black Bean Gumbo With Chicken and Andouille Sausage
Made with red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, onion, scallions, garlic, chicken breasts, Andouille sausage...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Stuffed Chicken With Louisiana Crawfish Sauce
Made with green onions, crawfish, crab meat, olive oil, bread crumbs, salt and pepper, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cayenne pepper, garlic...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Texas Snake Bite Cocktail
This fiery tequila shot is sure to heat up any party. The cold beer chaser helps to cool things down.
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Texas Black Bean Soup
Made with dried minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, black beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Mexicorn, green chiles, green onions
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Antoine's Creole Gumbo
Made with butter, green onions, okra, white onions, shrimp, oysters, tomato, tomato juice, fish stock, crabs
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Kentucky Pound Cake
Made with nutmeg, cinnamon, pecans, self-rising flour, sugar, egg yolks, oil, egg whites, crushed pineapple
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Texas Beef Skillet
Made with cheddar cheese, ground beef, onion, tomatoes, red kidney beans, quick-cooking rice, water, green bell pepper, chili powder, garlic salt
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Alabama Slammer Cocktail
Looking for a smooth, fruity cocktail? Try the Alabama Slammer made with Southern Comfort, Triple Sec, Sloe Gin, Galliano, and a dash of orange juice. Simply shake, strain into...
Time: under 30 minutes
Duck And Alligator Gumbo
Made with red bell peppers, green bell peppers, crab boil, celery, bay leaves, garlic, salt and pepper, tomato paste, duckling, duck stock
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
Louisiana Creole Rabbit
Made with rabbit, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, onion, garlic, white vinegar, browning sauce, mushrooms, butter or margarine
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Louisiana-Style Smothered Okra and Chicken
Made with tomato sauce, chicken, seasoned salt, pepper, yellow onion, bell pepper, garlic, garlic sausage, okra
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Traditional Maryland Oyster Stew
Made with seafood seasoning, salt and pepper, oysters, milk, margarine or butter
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Texas Red Chili
Made with vegetable oil, beef brisket, onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, red cayenne pepper, beef broth
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Mississippi Cornbread Salad
Made with cornbread muffin mix, Ranch-style salad dressing mix, sour cream, mayonnaise, tomatoes, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, green onions, pinto beans, cheddar...
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Shrimp And Fish Gumbo
Made with water, shrimp, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, chicken or fish bouillon granules, stewed tomatoes, frozen okra, dried thyme, dried savory
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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