Gluten-free fruit cake (moist loaf) Prep time: 15 minutes Bake time: 55–65 minutes Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices) Ingredients Dry ingredients: 2 cups of gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum). 1 ½ tsp baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt Wet ingredients: ¾ cup of softened unsalted butter ¾ cup granulated sugar 3 […]
Classic Southern Fried Chicken Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 lb), cut into 8–10 pieces, or 3 lb of mixed chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, breasts and wings) 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 lb), cut into 8–10 pieces (or 3 lb of mixed pieces, such as thighs, drumsticks, breasts and wings) Buttermilk Marinade: 2 cups of […]
Crawfish étouffée (authentic Cajun style) Serves: 4–6 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Ingredients: Étouffée ½ cup of unsalted butter ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 4 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cups of seafood (or chicken) stock 1.5 […]
Old-Fashioned Southern Butter Beans with Salt Pork Prep time:15 minutes Cook time:1½–2 hours Servings:4–6 servings Ingredients: 1 lb dried butter beans (large lima beans) 4–6 oz salt pork (or slab bacon), diced 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 cloves of garlic, minced 6–7 cups of water or low-sodium chicken broth 1 bay leaf ½ teaspoon […]
Boston Cream Donuts (From Scratch) Time: Prep: 30 minutes Rising: 1½–2 hours Frying and filling: 30 minutes Total: ~2.5 hours Yield: 10–12 doughnuts INGREDIENTS 1. Yeast doughnuts 3½ cups (440 g) of plain flour 2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) of instant yeast 1/2 cup (120 ml) of warm whole milk (43°C/110°F) ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated […]
Slow‑Cooked Pot Roast with Mashed Potatoes Ingredients: beef chuck roast, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, potatoes, butter, milk Instructions: Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper, then sear it in a hot skillet until deeply browned on all sides. Transfer to a slow cooker and add […]
Giant Cherry Shortcake Recipe Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 35–40 minutes Serves: 8–10 Ingredients: Shortcake base: 2 ½ cups (315 g) of all-purpose flour ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup (170 g) of cold, cubed unsalted butter 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or buttermilk […]
Skillet Egg and Potato Hash Serves: 2–3 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25–30 minutes Ingredients: For the potato hash: 2–3 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold), diced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter ½ small onion, finely chopped ½ cup of cooked breakfast sausage, bacon or beef (optional). ½ teaspoon paprika ¼ teaspoon […]
Southern Pound Cake from Grandma’s Kitchen(Old-Fashioned) Time Prep: 20 minutes Bake: 75–85 minutes Total: ~1 hour 45 minutes Serves 10–12 slices Ingredients 1½ cups (340 g) unsalted butter, softened 3 cups granulated sugar 6 large eggs, room temperature 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup whole milk (or heavy cream for richer […]
Liver and Onions – Classic Homestyle Recipe Ingredients: • 1 lb (450 g) beef liver, sliced• 2 medium onions, sliced• 3 tablespoons butter or oil• Salt & pepper, to taste• 1 cup milk (optional, for soaking to mellow the flavor)• 1 tablespoon flour (optional, for light coating) Instructions: Prep the liver:If you want a milder […]