37 Small-Batch Southern Recipes

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37 Small-Batch Southern Recipes2/37 Applesauce Barbecue Chicken 63 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You only need a few ingredients to create this sweet and peppery chicken. The subtle flavor of apple makes this tender barbecue dish stand out from the rest. —Darla Andrews, Farmers Branch, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half: 308 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 473mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein. 3/37 Biscuits and Sausage Gravy 87 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Biscuits

This biscuits and sausage gravy is an old southern recipe that I’ve adapted

and Sausage Gravy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This biscuits and sausage gravy is an old southern recipe that I’ve adapted. Homemade sausage gravy is a classic, hearty breakfast that takes you on a trip to the South every time it’s served. —Sue Baker, Jonesboro, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 337 calories, 27g fat (14g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 718mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein. 4/37 Shrimp and Grits 73 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Southern Shrimp and Grits Recipe

It’s down-home comfort food at its finest

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A southern specialty sometimes called breakfast shrimp, this shrimp and grits recipe tastes fantastic for brunch or dinner, or any time company’s coming. It’s down-home comfort food at its finest. —Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cup grits with 1/2 cup shrimp mixture: 699 calories, 44g fat (22g saturated fat), 240mg cholesterol, 1835mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 41g protein. 5/37 Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Recipe photo by

The garnish is a little extra work, but what are special occasions for?

Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The combination of mocha and peanut butter will satisfy every sweet tooth at your table. The garnish is a little extra work, but what are special occasions for? —Tammy Bollman, Minatare, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 slice (calculated without chocolate curls): 883 calories, 60g fat (23g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 83g carbohydrate (60g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein. 6/37 Potato-Sausage Foil Packs 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Potato-Sausage Foil Packs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4

Now we often make it for summer weeknight dinners

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We had these smoky campfire bundles at a friend’s house for dinner and loved the simplicity of this great summer meal. Now we often make it for summer weeknight dinners. —Alissa Keith, Forest, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 344 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 990mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 21g protein. 7/37 Fried Chicken 121 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Always a picnic favorite,

this deep-fried chicken recipe is delicious either hot or cold

this deep-fried chicken recipe is delicious either hot or cold. Kids call it my Kentucky Fried Chicken! —Jeanne Schnitzler, Lima, Montana Nutrition Facts: 5 ounces cooked chicken: 543 calories, 33g fat (7g saturated fat), 137mg cholesterol, 798mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein. 8/37 Tasty Onion Chicken 62 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tasty Onion Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The secret to this French onion chicken is the yummy, crunchy coating that keeps the meat juicy and tender. Round out your

meal with green beans and buttermilk biscuits

meal with green beans and buttermilk biscuits. —Jennifer Hoeft, Thorndale, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half: 460 calories, 36g fat (18g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 449mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. 9/37 Zesty Grilled Ham 12 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If it’s ham, my kids will eat it, but they like this kicked-up recipe best of all. Even the small ones eat adult-sized portions, so be sure to make plenty. —Mary Ann Lien, Tyler, Texas Nutrition

People have actually approached me in public to ask for the recipe

Facts: 1 serving: 180 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 845mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein. 10/37 Andouille Sausage and Peppers 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Roasted Sausage, Potatoes and Peppers Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to share my cooking, and this hearty sheet-pan dinner has built a reputation for being tasty. People have actually approached me in public to ask for the recipe. —Laurie Sledge, Brandon, Mississippi Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 257

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 759mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 11/37 Chicken Spareribs 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These inexpensive chicken thighs get all gussied up in a zippy sparerib-style sauce that’s irresistible —Janice Porterfield, Atlanta, Texas Nutrition Facts: 2 chicken thighs: 583 calories, 26g fat (6g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 2753mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 0 fiber), 37g protein. 12/37 Simple Pork Chop Marinade 18

This pork chop marinade is so simple that I use it on all kinds of meat

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This pork chop marinade is so simple that I use it on all kinds of meat. For a more robust flavor, let the meat marinate in the refrigerator overnight. —Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 362 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 695mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 37g protein. 13/37 Glazed Carrots 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Glazed Baby Carrots Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings

These brown sugar-glazed carrots come together in no time at all

4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a zippy side dish, try this recipe. These brown sugar-glazed carrots come together in no time at all. —Anita Foster, Fairmount, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 142 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 152mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 14/37 Sheet-Pan Chipotle-Lime Shrimp Bake 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sheet-Pan Chipotle-Lime Shrimp Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to make this seafood dinner for company because it

tastes amazing, but takes very little effort to throw together

tastes amazing, but takes very little effort to throw together. Use asparagus, Broccolini or a mix of the two. It’s all about what’s available for a decent price. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 394 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 168mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 25g protein. 15/37 Peanut Butter Milkshake 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter Milkshake Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 3 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You’ve got milk, peanut butter, and probably vanilla ice cream,

I sometimes add a little broccoli, too, for a change of pace

too. Using just a few ingredients, you can whip up this peanut butter milkshake recipe in seconds. —Joyce Turley, Slaughters, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 519 calories, 34g fat (12g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 287mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein. 16/37 Maple Sausage Skillet 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Maple syrup adds sweetness to this yummy stir-fry. I sometimes add a little broccoli, too, for a change of pace. Add a green salad and a crusty loaf of bread

for a complete meal in minutes

for a complete meal in minutes. —Dottie Tarlton, Malvern, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups (calculated without rice): 472 calories, 34g fat (11g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1244mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein. 17/37 Carolina Crab Boil 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This pot is a fun way to feed a crowd for a tailgate. You can serve it two ways: Drain the cooking liquid and pour out the pot on a paper-lined table so folks can dig in, or serve it as

a stew in its liquid over hot rice

a stew in its liquid over hot rice. —Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 420 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 2206mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 40g protein. 18/37 Cajun Pecan Catfish 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of our favorite recipes. It’s quick, easy and delicious. Just serve with a side salad, biscuits and mixed fruit for dessert. We like it a lot for Christmas Eve. —Jan Wilkins, Blytheville, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 377

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