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Charleston Shrimp 'n' Gravy
This shrimp 'n' gravy, an original Charleston favorite, is usually served as 'shrimp n grits.' Serve over fresh hot grits, rice, or biscuits.
Mom's New Years Pigs Feet
This pigs feet recipe has been passed down over time in my family. These delicious "trotters" are a relatively inexpensive African-American dish we made every New Year's Eve to ring in the new year. They're even better the next day, and they freeze well. Sprinkle them with a little more vinegar or hot sauce to taste and serve with homemade potato salad, Southern-style greens, candied yams, and cornbread.
Chef John's Red Beans and Rice
Any time someone asks the question, 'What exactly is soul food?' the answer should always be 'a comforting bowl of red beans and rice.' Just sit them down, give them a spoon, and when they finish, ask them if they understand. They will.
Neck Bones and Lima Beans
Meaty neck bones and fresh dry beans are best for this one. If done correctly meat should fall off the bones. Great over rice.
Soul Smothered Chicken
A favorite smothered chicken recipe. You can't just go to any restaurant and get this comforting dish like you would if you went down to the urban neighborhoods in Houston. This meal of browned chicken in a savory chicken gravy sauce is best when served over a bed of white rice.
Southern-Style Pig Tails
Pig tails are used in a lot of different cuisines. They are great as a meat dish with turnip greens, blackeye peas, or boiled cabbage. My recipe cooks the tails twice, and the result is a crispy crackling covering the tail that you can eat or save for crackling in cornbread. The crushed red pepper can be used liberally for a spicy taste. Be sure to buy pig tails that have a lot of meat around the upper part.
Cajun Boudin
This recipe for boudin (boo-dahn) is made with pork, rice, and seasonings. Boudin is a wonderfully scrumptious dish that's normally stuffed with pork and rice, but you can add shrimp, crawfish, or alligator meat if desired.
Creole Chitterlings (Chitlins)
There are some recipes for chitlins that are called Southern; however, the Creole and Cajun culture cooks chitterlings a bit differently than the rest of the South. I believe this simple recipe does the heritage justice. Serve with your favorite side dishes and store any leftovers in the refrigerator. Like so many other great soul food dishes, chitlins taste even better after the flavor has soaked in for a few hours.
Hoppin' John
My grandma always made Hoppin' John on New Year's Day when I was growing up in Virginia. I now live in New Mexico and decided to put a spicy Southwestern spin on her recipe. It's simple and tasty, and has some heat.
Pan-Fried Whole Trout
This fried trout recipe is the best way to prepare freshly caught wild brook trout. Serve with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and steamed Swiss chard.
Crawfish Etouffee
This traditional Cajun stew gets its flavor from what is known as the Trinity–onion, green bell pepper, and celery–and the rich spices used to create Cajun seasoning. It's similar to gumbo but with a thicker, gravy-type base. Serve over rice to make a complete meal.
Cheesy Sausage-Stuffed Mini Peppers
These quick-bite peppers stuffed with a mixture of mushrooms and Jimmy Dean fresh sausage and topped with mozzarella cheese make ideal appetizers or a satisfying meal on their own. Using a pre-cooked rice of your choice makes these bites not only quick to eat but quick to prepare as well.
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