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Cheesy Polenta and Spicy Cajun Sausage

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 31, 2024February 9, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

This creamy cheddar polenta and broiled spicy Cajun sausage makes a delicious meal with a simple salad or steamed spinach or broccoli.

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Southern Chess Squares

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024February 8, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

Chess squares are kin to the southern favorite, chess pie. The cream cheese topping sits on a simple cake mix crust. It’s an easy dessert recipe that’s always a hit.

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Southern Biscuits and Gravy

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024February 8, 2024Leave a Comment6 min read

Gravy for breakfast? Yes, please! Flaky biscuits and savory sausage gravy are an iconic breakfast dish in the South, and one taste will tell you why!

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Moist Sour Cream Cornbread

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024February 7, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

Sour cream and cream-style corn are the keys to this moist cornbread. It’s an excellent cornbread to serve with beans, greens, or soup.

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Slow Cooker Pulled Smoked Pork

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024February 7, 2024Leave a Comment2 min read

A smoked pork shoulder (also known as picnic ham) gives pulled pork a smoky flavor similar to ham, and it makes amazing sandwiches! Serve the pulled smoked pork on hoagie rolls with spicy mustard!

slow-cooked north carolina pulled pork with vinegar sauce

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Slow Cooker North Carolina Pulled Pork

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024February 6, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

This is a classic North Carolina pulled pork for the slow cooker. Instead of a sweet, thick barbecue sauce, the pork is served with a hot and spicy apple cider vinegar sauce.

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Southern Fried Apples

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024February 4, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

Homey fried apples make a delicious dessert or breakfast side dish. Consider serving them with waffles or pancakes, or add them to a pork or ham dinner.

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Easy Shrimp Creole Recipe

Diana RattrayUpdated on July 13, 2024February 4, 2024Leave a Comment1 min read

This is a basic, easy shrimp Creole. It’s a spicy combination of the typical holy trinity of vegetables and tomatoes along with shrimp and seasonings.