Southern US

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

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

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

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

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

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

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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

Made with ice, tea bags, sugar, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The mix of brown sugar and chili powder in this rub gives a craveable sweet heat to steak, and only takes a few minutes to throw together.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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


Time:   over 5 hours

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

Made with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, butter, oysters, green onions, garlic, lump crabmeat

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with brown sugar, sugar, eggs, flour, salt, soda, cinnamon, butter or margarine

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with scallions, peanuts, butter, onion, chicken stock, all-purpose flour, heavy cream, peanut butter, hot sauce, limes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with whiskey, corn syrup, baking cocoa, chopped pecans, vanilla wafers, powdered sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with baking powder, milk, cornmeal, salt, shortening, water, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

Made with sugar, eggs, self-rising flour, baking cocoa, pecans, marshmallow creme, butter or margarine, confectioners' sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with garlic, tomato sauce, black pepper, water, green onions, oysters, all-purpose flour, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

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

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

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

Made with chicken livers, ground pork, ground beef, oil, onion, garlic, celery, green onions, parsley, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

This fiery tequila shot is sure to heat up any party. The cold beer chaser helps to cool things down.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, green onions, okra, white onions, shrimp, oysters, tomato, tomato juice, fish stock, crabs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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

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

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

Made with nutmeg, cinnamon, pecans, self-rising flour, sugar, egg yolks, oil, egg whites, crushed pineapple

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

Made with rabbit, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, onion, garlic, white vinegar, browning sauce, mushrooms, butter or margarine

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with seafood seasoning, salt and pepper, oysters, milk, margarine or butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Made with tomato sauce, chicken, seasoned salt, pepper, yellow onion, bell pepper, garlic, garlic sausage, okra

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Made with okra, oil, onions, bell peppers, celery, garlic, tomatoes, flour, tomato sauce, chicken

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with chicken broth, long grain white rice, chicken gizzards, butter, Cajun seasoning

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes