Fried Green Tomatoes with Peach Chutney

The juicy acidity of the tomatoes is balanced by the sweet and spicy chutney in a famous classic that oozes Southern charm.

Chicken Fried Steak

This deep-fried steak will win the heart of any Southerner.

Dutch Oven Cherry Cobbler

Build a medium fire in a charcoal grill, using about 26 charcoal briquettes. Drain cherries and reserve juice. Combine cherries and brown sugar in a…

Quick Cheese Grits

Take a shortcut to cheese grits, a party and brunch favorite.

Slow-Cooker Barbecued Pork

Fall-off-the-bone, low-and-slow pork butt.

Pumpkin Cheddar Grits

Squash gives extra flavor and Vitamin A to cheese grits.

Shortcakes with Macerated Berries

Summer berries and ice cream get a rich scone base.

Filé Gumbo

When okra is not in season, classic Louisiana gumbo is thickened with the aromatic leaves of sassafrass.

Shrimp and Grits

A Southern favorite that's ideal for brunch, lunch or supper, and great for entertaining.

Lady Peas with Bacon and Corn

A delicious side dish featuring field peas or lima beans.

Garlicky Grilled Pattypan Squash

Grilling brings out the natural sweetness of this squash, along with a hint of summer smoke.

Pimiento Cheese Spoon Bread

Two Southern favorites—pimiento cheese and spoon bread—meet in one dish.

Lady Pea Salad

Lady peas are a kind of Southern field pea with a delicate flavor.

Easy Peach Crisp

A warm baking dish seems the perfect place to stash the abundance of summer peaches from the market.

Fresh Strawberry Cobbler

This classic biscuit-topped fruit cobbler makes the most of the season's best berries.