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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 texas frito pie

Texas Frito Pie

Made with onion, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes, jalapeno chilies, dried ancho peppers, condensed beef broth, water, white pepper, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for alabama mud cake

Alabama Mud Cake

Made with butter, crushed pineapple, cherry pie filling, devil's food cake mix, pecans, mint chocolate chips

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cajun shrimp and oyster gumbo

Cajun Shrimp And Oyster Gumbo

Made with parsley, salt, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, hot pepper sauce, tomatoes, frozen okra, shrimp, oysters, rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for texas hot peanuts

Texas Hot Peanuts

Made with onion powder, red pepper, shelled raw peanuts, peanut oil, chili powder, paprika, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for texas chocolate sheet cake with chocolate-mocha frosting

Texas Chocolate Sheet Cake With Chocolate-Mocha Frosting

Made with vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, butter or margarine, cocoa powder, coffee

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for b. j. duckwater's seafood gumbo

B. J. Duckwater's Seafood Gumbo

Made with sugar, frozen okra pieces, clam juice, water, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, Cajun seasoning, celery, shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mississippi sin dip

Mississippi Sin Dip

Made with Hawaiian bread, sour cream, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, green chilies, deviled ham, green onions

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for south carolina mustard sauce

South Carolina Mustard Sauce

Made with cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup or honey, Worcestershire sauce, hot red pepper sauce, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for big al's alabama hushpuppies

Big Al's Alabama Hushpuppies

Made with buttermilk, Mexi Corn, black pepper, white cornmeal, self rising flour, onion, egg, sugar, garlic powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for new orleans dirty rice

New Orleans Dirty Rice

Made with cayenne pepper, beef broth, rice, butter, flour, onion, celery, green bell pepper, garlic powder, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for georgia-style chicken barbecue

Georgia-Style Chicken Barbecue

Made with whole chicken, lemon, garlic, tomato puree, cider vinegar, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, molasses, prepared mustard

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for mississippi mud bundt cake with espresso-bourbon glaze

Mississippi Mud Bundt Cake with Espresso-Bourbon Glaze

Made with salt, unsweetened chocolate, espresso, sugar, bourbon, eggs, vanilla extract, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for memphis barbecue shrimp chili

Memphis Barbecue Shrimp Chili

Made with Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, crushed red pepper flakes, liquid smoke, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley, chili powder, lemon, white rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mr. eddie's special (mississippi) filet mignon & shrimp

Mr. Eddie's Special (Mississippi) Filet Mignon & Shrimp

Made with brandy, filet mignon, butter or margarine, shrimp, green onion, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for duck breast louisiana style

Duck Breast Louisiana Style

Made with bacon, mushrooms, onion, celery, flour, butter, sage, salt, black pepper, garlic salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for leftover turkey gumbo with sausage and shrimp

Leftover Turkey Gumbo With Sausage And Shrimp

Made with shrimp, okra, onions, green onions, bell peppers, celery, garlic, fresh parsley, bay leaves, Creole seasoning

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for texas ground beef hash

Texas Ground Beef Hash

Made with bread crumbs, black pepper, salt, green bell peppers, onions, oil, ground beef, tomatoes, rice, chili powder

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for coconut creme filled bon bons

Coconut Creme Filled Bon Bons

Made with powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, chopped pecans, butter, flaked coconut, chocolate chips, paraffin wax

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for maryland crab bisque

Maryland Crab Bisque

Made with chicken broth, butter, celery, white sauce mix, half and half, dry sherry, crab meat, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-carb texas-style chili

Low-Carb Texas-Style Chili

Made with tomato paste, jalapeno peppers, olive oil, ground beef round, boneless beef chuck, onions, garlic, chili powder, cumin seeds, beef broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for texas rice

Texas Rice

Made with salt, chili powder, beef stock or beef broth, long grain white rice, white onion, mushrooms, frozen peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for louisiana pecan rice

Louisiana Pecan Rice

Made with hot sauce, unsalted butter, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, Cajun or Creole seasoning, rice, beef broth, toasted pecans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for texas bbq coleslaw

Texas BBQ Coleslaw

Made with salt, cabbage, celery, green bell pepper, onion, ketchup, cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, prepared mustard


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker chicken and seafood gumbo

Slow Cooker Chicken And Seafood Gumbo

Made with olive oil, flour, chicken broth, chicken, okra, bay leaves, diced tomatoes, Tabasco sauce, salt

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for texas beef and refried bean egg rolls

Texas Beef And Refried Bean Egg Rolls

Made with taco sauce, ground beef, onion, green bell pepper, refried beans, cheddar cheese, ketchup, cumin, wonton skins, cooking oil

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for texas cheesecake with blue corn tortilla

Texas Cheesecake With Blue Corn Tortilla

Made with tortilla chips, margarine, cottage cheese, cream cheese, eggs, sharp Cheddar cheese, green chiles, sour cream, jalapeno cheddar dip, tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for georgia spiced pecans

Georgia Spiced Pecans

Made with vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, evaporated milk, pecan

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetable dirty rice

Vegetable Dirty Rice

Made with thyme, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, jalapeno chile, garlic, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, white onion, vegetable oil, rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for turkey carcass gumbo

Turkey Carcass Gumbo

Made with onions, green onions, celery, green bell pepper, fresh parsley, garlic, salt and pepper, bay leaves, dried thyme, cayenne

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for texas hot chocolate mix

Texas Hot Chocolate Mix

Made with salt, ground allspice, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, cocoa powder, flour, sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kentucky bourbon balls

Kentucky Bourbon Balls

Made with semi sweet chocolate chips, pecan, butter, powdered sugar, bourbon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for rabbit gumbo

Rabbit Gumbo

Made with lard, garlic, all-purpose flour, water, onions, hot sauce, green bell pepper, celery, white wine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for louisiana corn pudding

Louisiana Corn Pudding

Made with Cheddar cheese, eggs, sugar, butter, salad oil, onion, whole kernel corn, salt and pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for alabama jam cake

Alabama Jam Cake

Made with shortening, sugar, eggs, flour, soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, buttermilk, blackberry jam

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked pecans georgia-style

Baked Pecans Georgia-Style

Made with salt, pecan halves, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for catfish gumbo

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

recipe for memphis rib rub

Memphis Rib Rub

Made with paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, dry mustard, red pepper, black pepper


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hemingway's tropical bar & grill texas margarita

Hemingway's Tropical Bar & Grill Texas Margarita

Made with lime juice, sour mix, tequila, triple sec, Cointreau or other orange liqueur, orange juice


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fennel red pepper and country ham soup

Fennel Red Pepper and Country Ham Soup

Made with all-purpose flour, butter, vegetable oil, water, celery, onion, fennel bulb, salt and pepper, red bell pepper, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for texas barbecued beef ribs

Texas Barbecued Beef Ribs

Made with garlic, tomato puree, honey, apple cider vinegar, chicken stock, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, black pepper

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crab and corn gumbo

Crab And Corn Gumbo

Made with onion, garlic, okra, celery, fish stock, sherry, ketchup, dried oregano, mixed spice, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mississippi mud bread

Mississippi Mud Bread

Made with vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, baking powder, instant coffee, almonds, semisweet chocolate chips, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for texas-style cole slaw

Texas-Style Cole Slaw

Made with sugar, green cabbage, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, fresh coriander, garlic, jalapeno pepper, onion, olive oil or corn oil, red wine vinegar


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for quick & easy chicken & sausage gumbo

Quick & Easy Chicken & Sausage Gumbo

Made with cooked rice, Old Bay seasoning, chicken broth, smoked sausage, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, celery, diced tomatoes with peppers and...


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cleaned-up dirty rice

Cleaned-Up Dirty Rice

Made with mushrooms, white rice, margarine, French onion soup, beef consomme

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for big easy slow cooker chicken gumbo

Big Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Gumbo

Made with parsley, okra, white rice, chicken breast, bacon fat, green bell pepper, celery, chicken broth, tomatoes, salt and white pepper

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for heart healthy texas chili

Heart Healthy Texas Chili

Made with ground turkey, cooked turkey, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, tomatoes in puree, water, tomato paste, beef bouillon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for black-eyed peas and pork gumbo

Black-Eyed Peas And Pork Gumbo

Made with tomatoes, whole tomatoes, fresh parsley, salt, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, bay leaves, pork chops

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for texas tornado cake

Texas Tornado Cake

Made with butter, sugar, eggs, fruit cocktail, baking soda, flour, brown sugar, nuts

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for alabama slammer cocktail

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





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