Comfort Food Classics
There's no better way to welcome a new neighbor or cure whatever ails you than with classic Southern comfort food—whether you make it from scratch or use every shortcut in the book. We're talking cheesy casseroles, traditional stews, fried bites, and even scrumptious desserts that stick to your bones and soothe your soul. Here are our favorite weeknight staples for anyone wanting a hearty meal and a little taste of home, as well as standout centerpieces for holidays and family celebrations.
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Cowboy Meatballs
A plate of cowboy meatballs delivers smoky, savory beef-and-bacon meatballs that have been simmered in a sweet, tangy, and spicy chipotle sauce. The sauce has a Rotel and barbecue sauce base so that it’s less sweet and more savory than typical cocktail meatballs. This is a dinner dish, not an appetizer, so you should plan to serve it on a bed of rice or mashed potatoes. Garlic bread would be a great addition, too. #meatballs #cowboymeatballs #dinnerideas #recipeideas #recipes
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Red-Eye Gravy
Red-eye gravy is nothing more than fried country ham drippings and strong black coffee, which doesn't sound all that good if we only read about it. We learn to appreciate red-eye gravy through tasting, preferably drizzled onto a hot biscuit or bowl of well-made grits for breakfast. The point of red-eye gravy is to enjoy every last speck of the rust-colored, salty, sticky, meaty glaze left in our skillets after we fry slices of Southern country ham for breakfast. #redeyegravy #breakfast #countryham #brunch #southern #classic
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13 Of Grandma's Favorite 'Cheap' Meals, According To Our Readers
It's never a bad day to revisit a meal your grandmother used to make, and so many childhood memories are set at the kitchen counter, watching her whip up one of her signature dishes. When thinking back on frequently-enjoyed favorites, many seem to have three things in common: simple, Southern, and "cheap." Because if you know what you're doing in the kitchen, you don't have to splurge to make something good. We asked our Southern Living readers to tell us about their favorite "cheap" meals from childhood, and we're already craving these old-school classics. #comfortfood #chickenanddumplings #southern #homestyle #recipeideas #recipes
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Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup
There is no scientific evidence as to why rotisserie chicken soup is good for the soul, but we have a few ideas. It may be the soothing warmth, the flavorful vegetables, or the relaxing aromatics and seasonings. Or chicken noodle soup may calm your soul simply because Mom always made it for you when you were sick or just needed a hug. So whether you are trying to escape the cold or just looking for classic Southern comfort food, this Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup recipe is just what you need. #chicken #soup #homemadechickensoup #rotisseriechicken #dinnerrecipes #recipes
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Creamy White Lasagna Is A Fresh Way To Serve A Family Favorite
Creamy white lasagna is filled with cheesy layers of pasta, sausage and mushrooms, a silky bechamel, and mozzarella. All of this together makes for a rich and decadent lasagna—one your whole family will enjoy. Using Italian sausage as the meat in this dish adds so much flavor with minimal effort. The sausage itself has fennel, herbs, and spicy warmth, while mushrooms add a ton of umami. This is a bechamel-only lasagna (i.e. there is no ricotta), so every layer is super creamy and smooth. #lasagna #whitelasagna #dinner #comfortfood #dinnerideas
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How To Make Chocolate Gravy, A Southern Breakfast Classic
While every Southerner savors biscuits and gravy every once in a while, it's usually the sausage-speckled gravy our Mama made best. But on even more rare occasions, Mama would break out the chocolate gravy. Maybe it was for a birthday, or maybe she was feeling a little generous that Sunday morning. No matter the reason, chocolate gravy wasn't a treat to miss. At the link, learn how to make chocolate gravy, and serve it over a batch of your favorite buttermilk biscuits. #recipeideas #recipes #chocolategravy #gravyrecipe #breakfast #brunch
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Slow-Cooker French Dip For Nights When You Need Dinner To Cook Itself
You can make French dip sandwiches several ways, but we chose the slow cooker for this recipe because the heavy lifting of tenderizing the beef and onions is left up to the low and slow heat of the appliance, not your work over a stove. For busy nights and weekends, that's precisely the type of recipe we need. These slow-cooker French dip sandwiches feature tender beef sandwiched between provolone cheese and toasted hoagie rolls. The meat is so tender you won't even really need to slice it—just shred it and go on. #slowcooker #recipes #dinner #frenchdip #weeknightdinner
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Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
Everything about this chicken Alfredo lasagna is spot on: The aroma of the garlic hits you right off the bat, in a delightful, enticing way. It's paired with perfectly al dente lasagna noodles, creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, fresh ricotta, then gooey cheese. The chicken and spinach in the Alfredo sauce add texture, body, and color. The result is a creamy, rich homemade chicken Alfredo lasagna that's better than anything you can get in a restaurant. #comfortfood #alfredo #lasagna #alfredolasagna #recipeideas #recipes
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Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole Is So Good, You'll Want To Make A Second Pan
This recipe goes out to the people who love poppy seed chicken. Ritz Cracker Chicken Casserole resembles that hall-of-fame dinner in so many ways—it's creamy and buttery and comforting. It just doesn't have poppy seeds, and we've added some fresh vegetables (sautéed onion and celery specifically) for a bit of extra flavor and texture. We won't be surprised if this is your new favorite weeknight dinner. #dinner #recipes #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #ritzcrackercasserole
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Red Rice-Smoked Chicken Perloo
Perloo is a comforting one-pot rice dish that is beloved throughout the Lowcountry and other coastal areas of the South. Ashleigh Shanti, the chef behind Benne on Eagle, a James Beard Award-nominated restaurant in Asheville, North Carolina, gives it her own spin by adding bacon, smoked chicken, white wine, smoked paprika, and plenty of bell peppers. #perloo #chickenrecipes #chickendinner #dinnerideas #recipes
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Need To Feed A Crowd? The Answer Is Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Cheesy scalloped potatoes are the pinnacle of hearty, comforting potato side dishes: super creamy, ultra cheesy, and over-the-top delicious. The potatoes are so tender they cut like butter, and the cream sauce is velvety and savory, coating the potatoes perfectly. Adding cheese over the top at the end of the bake time makes for amazing cheese pulls, and the thyme adds a nice freshness that rounds out this dish. #sides #potatoes #scalloped #recipeideas #recipes
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Lady Baltimore Cake Recipe
A classic Southern cake, Lady Baltimore cake is made up of pillowy layers of white cake, stacked with dates and raisins that have been cooked until softened with honey and rum extract. Historically, this unique fruit filling can include a variety of fruits and nuts in the mix, including raisins, figs, dates, candied cherries, pecans, almonds, and more. To top it all off, the layer cake is coated with a fluffy, marshmallow-y frosting made with whipped egg whites and sugar. #ladybaltimore #desserts #southerndesserts #cakes #cakerecipes
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Skillet Enchiladas Suizas
Made in just 25 minutes, with a short time on the stovetop and a quick broil in the oven, Skillet Enchiladas Suizas packs a punch of flavor with very few steps. If you haven't tried the traditional version of this classic dish, a combination of crema, tomatillo salsa, Monterey Jack, chicken, and tortillas creates a mouthwatering, Mexican-inspired meal you're guaranteed to love. #mexicanrecipes #recipes #dinner #dinnerideas #comfortfood #enchiladasuizas
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Dump-And-Go Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili Is Made For Busy Nights
Whether you have company coming home for the holidays or just a hungry household to feed, slow-cooker turkey chili is the best solution for all. With warm and toasty spices, peppers, tender beans, and smoky turkey, it's just enough different from most chili recipes to be impressive and crowd-pleasing. As a bonus for the cook, it's very nearly a dump-and-go slow-cooker recipe, with only a bit of work after it's cooked for several hours to thicken it up. #turkeychili #slowcooker #crockpot #weeknightdinners #chili
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The 8 Best Canned Vegetables To Keep Stocked In Your Pantry
Canned vegetables all too often get a bad rap. Sure, it's not the same as the real, fresh thing when it's in season, but when you're in a pinch, a can of veggies can really make a meal feel whole. At the link, we've rounded up the best canned vegetables (including beans) for cooking, with a few recipes, tips, and tricks for the best flavor and utility. #testkitchen #cannedvegetables #recipes #recipeideas #affordable
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