Classic Southern Recipes

Food shows up in almost every great memory we Southerners hold close. All of our gatherings—from holidays to weekends at the lake to church potlucks—feature a long table full of plates and platters with classic Southern dishes and sides as far as the eye can see. From buttermilk biscuits to pimiento cheese to chicken and dumplings and fried okra, these famous Southern dishes deserve to be kept on the family table for generations to come.

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Busy Day Biscuits Are Guaranteed Fluffy In No Time

Buttermilk biscuits don't have to be fussy—in fact, there's no reason they should take much time or effort to whip up! Mixing biscuits with self-rising flour for easy Drop Biscuits was the first thing I remember learning how to bake on my own. White Lily self-rising flour was always the secret to success: There was no tricky measuring, way less fuss, and a guaranteed fluffy rise. #biscuits #buttermilk #breakfast #brunch #busydaybiscuits

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Liver And Onions Is One Of Mama's Favorites

Whether it's been a few days or a few years, a forkful of liver and onions will always deliver a dose of nostalgia. Salty, buttery chicken livers finish with a touch of oniony sweetness. When cooked properly, livers have a light, crisp outer layer with a buttery rich piece of meat within. The sweet onions really make this dish sing with flavor, and the butter with the browned bits of flour add depth of flavor through and through. Our recipe for liver and onions calls for soaking the meat in buttermilk; others may call for milk or water to help remove some of the gamey, iron flavors common in livers. But we find that the buttermilk helps to mellow out the flavors of the liver for the best final dish. #recipeideas #recipes #liverandonions #southern #vintage

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The South's Most Iconic Recipes Of All Time

They say that New Orleanians come out of the womb knowing how to make red beans and rice; same goes for Kentuckians with burgoo. Though there are some Southern dishes that every Georgian, Mississippian, and Tennessean alike should know, we like to give certain regions their "thing," whether it's shrimp and grits to the Lowcountry or chicken-fried steak to Texas. Really, Southern cooking is as diverse as those who cook it. These famous recipes will outlive us all. #recipeideas #southernrecipes #classicsouthern #dinnerrecipes #southernfood

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Here's How To Make Crispy Fried Oysters At Home

Crispy, salty, juicy—is there a Southern seafood delicacy more coveted than fried oysters? In this recipe, Bill Smith combines self-rising flour and corn flour to create a dredge that fluffs and fries up exceptionally crispy, yielding golden, crunchy oysters you’ll finish eating before you even knew you started. #recipeideas #recipes #classic #friedoysters #howtomakefriedoysters #oysters

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Old-School Squash Casserole Is A Southern Staple Side

Squash casserole is a classic dish that can be found at almost any Southern dinner table or family gathering. While we love the squash itself, it is the creamy sauce (made from cheese, mayonnaise, and eggs) and crunchy, buttery cracker topping that keeps us coming back for seconds with this classic casserole. Squash casserole is a staple dish found at meat-and-three diners and at church covered-dish suppers. It can stand on its own as a vegetarian main dish, but also pairs well with just about any protein (fried chicken is a traditional partner). #recipeideas #sides #squashcasserole #southern #homestyle

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Kool-Aid Pickles (Koolickles) Recipe

Kool-Aid pickles, or Koolickles, are a surprising but super Southern dish—they originated in Mississippi. They are also simple to make, although they do require a bit of time for the pickles to soak up all of that sweetness. Any flavored Kool-Aid will work, but the most popular flavors are fruit punch and cherry. In fact, most recipes use a combination of Kool-Aid mixes (unsweetened), sugar, and a jar of pickles. If your Kool-Aid mix is sweetened, you'll want to skip or use less sugar. #recipeideas #recipes #koolickles #pickles #koolaidpickles

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The “Cheap” Lunch My Grandmother Always Made Us, That I Still Make All The Time

Cream Cheese and Olive Spread is a Southern classic and makes the perfect cheap meal, since it requires just two main ingredients and whatever seasonings you have on hand. All in all, it comes out to under-$5 for a more-than-generous serving that you can enjoy at lunch and later. Thanks, Grandma! #sandwiches #lunch #nostalgia #vintagerecipes #creamcheese

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24 Recipes To Use Up The Gallon Of Milk In Your Fridge

For most Southerners, milk is a staple you'll always find in their refrigerator. Whether you've ended up with one too many gallons or your milk is about to expire, these recipes with milk will help you make use of what you have on hand. Not only is milk used in many breakfast recipes, it's also used in a variety of dinner recipes, side dishes, and of course, desserts. From French toast to meatloaf and mashed potatoes and more, find our best recipes to use up your carton of milk at the link.#recipeideas #milk #recipes #recipesthatusemilk #dairy #frenchtoast

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The Classic Deviled Eggs Recipe That Every Southerner Should Know

Deviled eggs are a favorite for any holiday meal, potluck, or party. If you're looking for a classic, no-frills deviled eggs recipe this is it. The filling for Southern-style deviled eggs is nothing more than egg yolks, mayonnaise, mustard, and sweet pickle relish. Use a fork to mash these ingredients together until the filling is completely smooth. Spoon the filling into the halved egg whites, or pipe in the yolk mixture for a pretty, swirled topping. #recipeideas #recipes #classic #deviledeggs #southerndeviledeggs

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Pecans add sweet, buttery, nutty flavoring to any dish. Growing naturally in North America (and abundantly across the South), pecans incorporate seamlessly into many desserts, like the classic Thanksgiving treat: pecan pie. There are also plenty of ways to use this nut in savory dishes, from pasta dishes to a flavorful crust on chicken or pork. At the link, we've rounded up some new and timeless pecan recipes you need to try. #pecanrecipes #pecans #thanksgivingdessert #recipeideas #recipes

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New Orleans Shrimp And Grits With Just The Right Amount Of Cajun Spice

These New Orleans shrimp and grits are robust and full of flavors that mimic the liveliness of the Crescent City. We can argue over whether shrimp and grits are a dinner dish or a brunch one, but we won't argue over how good this recipe is. This Cajun-inspired shrimp and grits recipe is bolder and spicier than traditional recipes, getting a rich, smoky character from Andouille sausage and Cajun seasoning. The cheese grits are perfectly smooth and velvety, the ideal complement for the saucy shrimp. To finish it off, the bright lemon juice balances the richness of the Andouille and sauce. #cajunrecipes #shrimpandgrits #classicrecipes #southernrecipes #grits

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Onion Jam Is Proof Patience Truly Is A Virtue

Onion jam is silky-soft and what you might describe as decadent. It's surprising that a simple, humble onion can turn into this incredible spread. With bright notes from thyme and vinegar, it has a lot of depth of flavor that makes this simple spread anything but. You can spoon onion jam onto crostini or crackers as a stand-alone appetizer, but we love it served with roasted meats, on sandwiches or burgers, or even with fresh, tangy goat cheese. #recipeideas #recipes #onionjam #onionrecipes #southern

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Deviled Crab Is One Of The Lowcountry's Greatest Dishes

Deviled crab is one of the great traditions of the Lowcountry. Unfortunately, due to the many more-breadcrumb-than-crab, freezer-burned versions out there, most people turn their noses up when they think of it. I can't really blame them—bad deviled crab is really bad. But man, good deviled crab is damn tasty. To make vibrant, fresh, moist deviled crab, use delicious Carolina Gold rice to help bind the filling. This recipe is a powerhouse of flavor, pulling in fresh herbs, cayenne, smoked paprika, hot sauce, miso, mustard, celery, green pepper, scallions and jalapeño for a big impact. Mayonnaise, egg, and panko give the rice a hand in binding it all together.#recipeideas #recipes #deviledcrab #lowcountry #appetizer

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Nothing says Christmas like a kitchen filled with the scent of a batch of holiday cookies baking in the oven. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing recipe for a cookie swap, the perfect recipe to make for Santa's cookie plate, or simply a batch to bake up for your family, we've got plenty of ideas to share. While some require baking and some don't, you can't go wrong with any of Grandma's favorite Christmas cookie recipes. #holiday #cookies #christmas #christmascookies #cookieswap

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According to Southern lore, you will have good luck for the entire year if you have the traditional New Year's Day supper. In the South, that means a meal of collard greens, hoppin' John, black-eyed peas, cornbread, and potlikker. For an auspicious year, we've rounded up some of our favorite traditional New Year's Day recipes. We have all the traditional New Year's recipes, from Southern-style collards to classic Hoppin' John. #newyears #recipes #newyearsrecipes #southern #classics #tradition