Hoppin John with Collard Greens: A New Year’s Tradition
Hoppin John is a cajun stew (slow carb compliant) popular on New Years Day for bringing luck in the new year!
Southern cooking
Fried Green Tomato Stack with Creamy Crab Remoulade
Quick Summary: Crispy fried green tomatoes topped with a creamy crab remoulade made with lump crab, mayo, Dijon, and Cajun spices. Works as an appetizer, lunch, or light dinner. Prep: 20 min | Cook: 5 min | Serves: 12 Jump to: RECIPE | Which Varieties to Use? | Ingredients | Step by Step Directions | …
Southern Hush Puppies with 3 Easy Dipping Sauces
Quick Summary: Hush puppies are crispy, deep-fried cornmeal balls traditionally served with Southern fried seafood. This recipe also includes three dipping sauce options for hush puppies: Comeback Sauce, Old Bay remoulade, and hot pepper jelly. Prep: 30 min (plus 1 hr chill) | Cook: 15 min | Serves: 8 Jump to: RECIPE | What are …
Southern Banana Pudding with Whipped Cream (No Meringue)
Quick Summary: A classic Southern banana pudding made with homemade vanilla custard, Nilla wafers, sliced bananas, and whipped cream instead of meringue. Creamy, not too sweet, and easier than the baked version. Prep: 30 min | Cook: 5 min | Serves: 8 Jump to: RECIPE | Homemade vs Pudding Mix | Ingredients & Substitutions | …
Turkey Gravy, Make-Ahead Stock, & Gravy Rescue Tips
If you’re stressing about gravy this Thanksgiving, stop. Gravy can be a handful because it’s usually the last thing to make, and you want to serve it hot. Make this homemade turkey stock a day or two ahead of time to avoid the last-minute stress, and ensure your gravy is full of flavor. Even with …
Open Faced Turkey Sandwich with Red Eye Gravy
Thanksgiving feasts often end up with dried out leftover turkey. A quick way to rescue dry turkey is to make a simple open faced turkey sandwich smothered with gravy. This recipe uses Southern red eye gravy for a little kick. Not only is it delicious, but it keep you awake for the rest of the …
Louisiana Seafood Gumbo with Okra (No Filé Powder or Roux)
Quick Summary: A Louisiana seafood gumbo thickened with okra instead of roux or filé powder. Made with shrimp, white fish, the Cajun trinity, and a homemade spice blend. Easier than traditional dark-roux gumbo and just as flavorful. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 35 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE | What is Gumbo? | …
Quick Pickled Green Tomatoes: Varieties, Safety, and Recipe
Quick Summary: Quick pickled green tomatoes are refrigerator pickles that don’t require canning. Use firm green tomatoes, either unripe red varieties or heirloom greens like Aunt Ruby’s or Green Zebra. Despite myths, unripe green tomatoes are safe to eat. The pickle is ready in 24 hours and keeps refrigerated for one month. Prep: 30 min …
Jambalaya with Cauliflower Rice and Homemade Jerk Seasoning
Low carb Jambalaya is perfect for modifications to a keto diet or a vegetarian diet without losing the robus Cajun flavor
Low Carb Fried Green Tomatoes with Almond Flour
Low carb fried green tomatoes made with almond flour and chicharrones make a perfect pairing with poached eggs for a beautiful low carb or keto breakfast