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This Southern Fried Okra Recipe features okra breaded in a delicious cornmeal coating then fried until golden creating a perfect crunchy texture! Typically served with Fried Catfish, this is truly an amazing comfort side dish!! MY HISTORY WITH THE BEST SOUTHERN FRIED OKRA RECIPE This Southern-fried okra recipe is dedicated to my daddy who was …

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These Southern Green Beans and Potatoes are the perfect combination of flavors. Green beans and potatoes are cooked until tender in a flavorful broth. Have them on the side of your favorite Southern entree.  One thing that the South is known for is flavorful cooked vegetables. I’m not talking about just steaming or boiling the …

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After you make slow cooker homemade baked beans, you’ll never buy store-bought again! This easy recipe uses dried beans that do not require presoaking. You can also make this homemade baked beans recipe in the Instant Pot. Ingredients For Homemade Baked Beans Slow cooker homemade baked beans uses simple, affordable ingredients that you should be …

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Southern corn salad is simple side dish with lots of flavor. Perfect for your next picnic, a potluck, or family dinner, this easy corn salad a crowd pleaser. Ingredients For Southern Corn Salad The ingredients for this corn salad are very simple and readily available in your local grocery store.  Corn: Fresh, frozen, or canned …

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Make Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread without making cornbread from scratch by using Jiffy corn muffin mix. It’s the perfect substitute to have this delicious side dish with as little effort as possible. This recipe includes simple ingredients like shredded cheddar cheese and fresh jalapeños. Enjoy this with our Soul Food Chili to make a quick and …

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I think it’s universally known that Patti LaBelle is not only a musical legend, but also an amazing cook. Patti LaBelle recipes like this potato salad and her famous sweet potato pie are from LaBelle Cuisine, one of her many cookbooks. This potato salad is “auntie” approved and the ultimate Black cookout food. I adapted …

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This Jiffy Cornbread recipe copycat will make you want to throw away the box with its deliciously sweet and moist texture. Slather with butter, serve alongside some collard greens, or add it to jiffy cornbread dressing for a truly amazing Black folks meal. If you want a vegan option, try this wonderful Vegan Cornbread recipe. …

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