Southern Cooking

Southern food isn't just a cuisine: it's a way of life. Dishes created below the Mason-Dixon Line are famous for being rich and flavorful at every meal, but that's not all the South has to offer. Sauteed greens, airy cornbread, and pickled fruits and vegetables lighten up a typical Southern meal, cutting through both the humid temperatures and the heavier entrees. Make sure your next down-home feast is an authentic hit with tips and advice from Allrecipes.

Mustard Crusted Tilapia

INGREDIENTS

* 2 (6 ounce) fresh tilapia fillets
* 1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
* 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
* 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
* 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
* 1/2 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
* 1 teaspoon fine Italian bread crumbs

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a glass baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Place tilapia fillets into prepared baking dish, and bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, stir together the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, and Parmesan cheese.
3. When fish has cooked for 10 minutes, spread with herb paste, and sprinkle with bread crumbs. Continue baking for another 5 minutes until the topping is bubbly and golden.

Vegetarian Cassoulet

INGREDIENTS

* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 1 onion
* 2 carrots, peeled and diced
* 1 pound dry navy beans, soaked overnight
* 4 cups mushroom broth
* 1 cube vegetable bouillon
* 1 bay leaf
* 4 sprigs fresh parsley
* 1 sprig fresh rosemary
* 1 sprig fresh lemon thyme, chopped
* 1 sprig fresh savory
* 1 large potato, peeled and cubed

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and carrots in oil until tender.
2. In a slow cooker, combine beans, carrots and onion, mushroom broth, bouillon, and bay leaf. Pour in water if necessary to cover ingredients with water. Tie together parsley, rosemary, thyme, and savory, and add to the pot. Cook on Low for 8 hours.
3. Stir in potato, and continue cooking for 1 hour. Remove herbs before serving.

Olive Chicken II

INGREDIENTS

* 8 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
* salt to taste
* 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 4 cloves garlic, crushed
* 1 bay leaf
* 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
* 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 4 tomatoes, peeled and quartered
* 20 pimento-stuffed green olives
* 1 1/4 cups dry white wine
* 1 1/4 cups chicken broth

DIRECTIONS

1. Season chicken with salt. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat; brown chicken in oil, about 5 minutes each side. Add garlic, bay leaf, thyme and pepper and mix well, then stir in tomatoes, olives, wine and broth.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Remove garlic and bay leaf and serve.

Cooking with Beer

In everything from breads to stews to flavorful sauces, beer can add complexity and depth to your dishes.

White Chocolate, Chocolate Cookies

INGREDIENTS

* 1 cup unsalted butter
* 1 cup white sugar
* 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
* 2 eggs
* 1 1/4 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
* 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
* 2 teaspoons baking soda
* 2 cups white chocolate chips

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar and white sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition. Combine the cocoa, flour, and baking soda, gradually stir into the creamed mixture. Finally, fold in white chocolate chips. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.
3. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until puffy but still soft. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Servings Per Recipe: 36

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 171

* Total Fat: 9.1g
* Cholesterol: 28mg
* Sodium: 86mg
* Total Carbs: 22.2g
* Dietary Fiber: 1.2g
* Protein: 2.2g

Rosemary Roasted Pork Tenderloin

INGREDIENTS

* 1/2 cup apple juice concentrate
* 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh rosemary
* 8 cloves garlic, minced
* 3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
* 3 (1 pound) pork tenderloin

DIRECTIONS

1. In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. Set aside 1/3 cup; cover and refrigerate. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the pork and remaining marinade. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight.
2. Drain and discard marinade from meat. Place meat in a roasting pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Pour the reserved marinade on top. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees F. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Beef Teriyaki

INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups uncooked glutinous white rice
1 2/3 cups water
1 pound boneless beef sirloin steak (3/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 cups fresh broccoli florets

DIRECTIONS
In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, slice beef into very thin strips.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, sugar and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly.
In a large skillet, over medium/high heat, saute the beef strips until browned and juices evaporate.
Stir broccoli and cornstarch mixture into meat. Cook until mixture boils and thickens, stirring frequently. Serve over the cooked rice.

NUTRITION INFORMATION
Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 230

Total Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg
Sodium: 574mg
Total Carbs: 27.9g
Dietary Fiber: 2.8g
Protein: 17.9g

Fabulous Fajitas

INGREDIENTS
2 green bell peppers, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
2 cups diced, cooked chicken meat
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
10 (12 inch) flour tortillas

DIRECTIONS
Cut peppers and onion into thin slices. Do not dice, leave slices long and thin.
Saute peppers and onion in a small amount of oil until tender. Add mushrooms and chicken. Continue to cook on low heat until heated through. Stir in dry salad dressing mix and blend thoroughly.
Warm tortillas and roll mixture inside. If desired top with shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomato and shredded lettuce.
Wine Tip

Enjoy with a Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc .

NUTRITION INFORMATION
Servings Per Recipe: 10

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 443

Total Fat: 9.6g
Cholesterol: 21mg
Sodium: 829mg
Total Carbs: 69.4g
Dietary Fiber: 4.8g
Protein: 18.4g

Easy Chicken Cacciatore

INGREDIENTS
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
3/4 pound chicken meat, cooked and cubed
1/2 cup whole peeled tomatoes
1/2 cup green beans
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

DIRECTIONS
In a large skillet, saute onion, garlic and bell pepper until soft. Add chicken, then stir in tomatoes, beans and oregano.
Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and serve hot.

NUTRITION INFORMATION
Servings Per Recipe: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 242

Total Fat: 5.5g
Cholesterol: 119mg
Sodium: 223mg
Total Carbs: 9.1g
Dietary Fiber: 2.6g
Protein: 38.1g

Banana Nut Bread I

INGREDIENTS
2 1/2 cups white sugar
1 cup shortening
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups mashed bananas
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Cream together shortening and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in bananas, buttermilk, and vanilla. Mix in flour, baking powder, and soda. Stir in nuts if desired. Pour batter into two greased 9x5 inch pans.
Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Delicious Raspberry Oatmeal Cookie Bars

INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup seedless raspberry jam

DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 8 inch square pan, and line with greased foil.
Combine brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and rolled oats. Rub in the butter using your hands or a pastry blender to form a crumbly mixture. Press 2 cups of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Spread the jam to within 1/4 inch of the edge. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top, and lightly press it into the jam.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.


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Cuisine

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