September/October 2023

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Very Southern Recipes and Tips

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EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Daniel Schumacher MANAGING EDITOR Morgan Crawford Scott FOOD EDITOR Jan Potter FEATURES EDITOR Daniel Dubuisson SENIOR COPY EDITOR Meg Lundberg COPY EDITOR Adrienne Davis EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Christina Fleisch CREATIVE DIRECTOR/PHOT
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Fall Food Bucket List
Autumn brings more than pumpkin spice and apple picking. It also signifies the start of football season (we’re looking at you, Deep-Fried Wings on page 86), days spent cooking and baking with first-of-the-season ingredients, and enjoying cozy meals a
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Product Spotlight
New from the folks at Smithey, this 14-inch skillet is exactly what you need to cook for a crowd. With a large, smooth surface area, this skillet allows you to make one-pan meals for the whole family that are sure to come out perfectly. With Smithey’
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Scott Peck
Chef Scott Peck is a culinary talent with more than a decade of experience in the kitchen. His early childhood interest in cooking started with peeks over the family stove but evolved into a professional curiosity that led to an executive chef positi
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TN: Tennessee Stack Cake
ALSO KNOWN AS THE APPALACHIAN STACK CAKE, this glorious cake comes with a rich history and has been a beloved part of Southern foodways for generations. Its conception can be traced back to early settlers of the region who would gather together to ce
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DIY Pantry Staples
Makes about 1⅓ cups ½ cup chili powder¼ cup ground cumin¼ cup dried oregano¼ cup paprika2½ tablespoons kosher salt2 to 4 teaspoons ground red pepper, to desired taste2 teaspoons onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder2 teaspoons ground black pepper 1.
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An Ode to Southern Syrups
Makes 4 to 6 servings Kilt (or Killed) Salad is a common Appalachian dish in which a hot savory dressing wilts the greens. 8 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped1 shallot, finely chopped⅓ cup cane vinegar2 tablespoons cane syrup2 teaspoons fresh thyme lea
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Boozy Bakes
Makes 1 (9-inch) pie Traditional pecan pie doesn’t hold a candle to this version. A hint of bourbon and orange zest and a decorative maple leaf piecrust take this recipe to the next level. ½ Piecrust Dough (recipe follows)1 cup firmly packed light br
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Game On!
Makes 4 to 6 servings Alligator is often enjoyed in regions that specialize in Cajun and Creole cooking, as well as in other areas of the South. When fried, its flavor and texture is similar to chicken and quite delicious, especially when served with
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Getting Lost in Love and Best Dishes
RECIPES REPRINTED WITH PERMISSION FROM LOVE AND BEST DISHES (83 PRESS, 2023) From humble beginnings to sweet (and occasionally butter-filled) success, beloved Southern chef and TV personality Paula Deen is laying it all out there in her latest cookbo
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Weeknight Winners
Makes about 6 servings (photo on page 63) Serving saucy, garlicky beef tips and mushrooms over a fluffy bed of rice is a surefire way to make sure you put a hearty, cozy supper on the table for your loved ones. 5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided2 p
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Italian Night
Makes 6 to 8 servings Hunks of dressing-soaked bread meet classic Caesar salad in this fresh and elevated side dish. 1 (14-ounce) loaf French bread, crusts removed and cut into ½-inch cubes (about 4 cups)2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided½
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Skillet Cookie Central
Makes 6 to 8 servings (photo on page 77) Inspired by fan-favorite Ben & Jerry’s Cherry Garcia® ice cream, this supersize cookie is chock-full of dried cherries, espresso chocolate chips, and large chunks of white chocolate. 1 (5-ounce) bag dried cher
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Deep-Fried Wings
WHAT’S BETTER THAN A SPICY, DEEP-FRIED CHICKEN WING? With these step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you can take the guesswork out of making wings at home thatrival even those offered at the best restaurants. What’s even better is that there’
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Nut Butters Breakdown
THE PRACTICE OF ROASTING AND GRINDING NUTS dates back many centuries, evolving over time into what we know and love as a traditional sandwich spread. Though most of us will primarily recall a peanut-based product, a variety of nuts (and seeds) has fo
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International Flavors Meet Southern Flair
I started cooking at a young age, helping my Lola (grandma) make traditional Filipino dishes like ube halaya and rice cakes, which are enjoyed by many where I grew up in the Philippines. When I was 10 years old, we moved to Kentucky, and I turned to
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Cast Iron Care
Be sure to clean your pans as soon as they’re cool enough to handle. Scrub gently with a stiff-bristle brush or a non-scratch scouring pad. Water leads to rust, so avoid submerging your cast-iron cookware. As to whether to use soap— that’s up to you.
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Breakfast Goals
COMPARTMENT SKILLETS AND GRIDDLES are highly sought-after pieces any cast iron enthusiast would be thrilled to add to their collection. These remarkable pieces, crafted with precision, feature multiple compartments that allow for simultaneous cooking
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Recipes & Resources
Cream Cheese Pie Dough 38 Fall Spice Pancakes 28 Hot Honey–Sausage Biscuits 37 Piecrust Dough 42 Rosemary-Olive Focaccia 72 Apple Stack Cake 17 Bourbon Old-Fashioned Pecan Pie 42 Brown Sugar Shortbread with Maple Sugar 83 Chocolate-Blackberry Roll wi

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