As I continue to delve deep into okra this month, I thought I'd introduce my first okra soup. The soup borrows its flavor from smoked chicken, which I bought from one of my favorite local bbq spot. I'm all about saving time when I can and left-over smoked chicken works well. This recipe calls for a pressure cooker/Instant Pot, but easily converts to regular stovetop prepared soup.
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These Southern purple hull peas are the business! They are tasty, comforting, and an eating experience all in one making them that side dish you want on the Sunday dinner table. This dish falls somewhere between a stew and gumbo. The presence of fresh okra, provides that thickness and consistency the ancestors would be proud of. The …
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Stewed okra is an amazing concept in my opinion. It's proof that you only need a few ingredients to make a delicious dish. I've lost count, but this is another recipe installment for Food Fidelity's celebration of a non-existant Okra Month. You're likely to have all the ingredients you need on hand should you decide to make it.
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Discover this dope twist on a classic Jamaican Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe, featuring smoked corned beef brisket. This flavorful fusion combines the smoky, savory taste of Texas style smoked corned beef with the vibrant spices and rich traditions of Jamaican cuisine. Perfectly tender brisket melds with hearty cabbage and a blend of aromatic seasonings, …
These pesto zoodles (zucchini noodles) are the perfect low carb alternative to traditional spaghetti pasta. Not only is it delicious, but it’s super quick and easy. When it comes to greens being used in pestos, kale usually gets top billing. For this dish I chose collard greens instead, cause why not! Zoodles are formed using …
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If you’re from the South, then you know that black eyed peas are a must-have on New Year’s Day. Not only do they bring good luck, but they’re also delicious! This year, why not try making your own Southern black eyed peas? Using dried peas instead of canned options can enhance the flavor and allow …
This is the one-stop post to get 4-1-1 hun on all things collard greens. If you were ever interested in learning how to cook collard greens, you’re in the right place. I grew up in a house where we ate collard greens at least once a week. So in my mind, everyone else did also. …
Of all the vegetables to be pickled, ain’t other like pickled okra. These are crisp, crunchy, and exotic in flavor. There’s something magical about pickled okra that sets it apart from other pickled vegetables. With its unique texture and tangy flavor, pickled okra is a delightful addition to your pantry staples. In this post, we’ll …
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Soul food goodness served up in the form of a sweet potato smoothie. Sweet potatoes are roasted ahead of time and served in a smoothie with dates, strawberries, and spices. This smoothie has an intense sweet potato flavor from the roasting process which provides that caramelized taste and is the perfect dish for a good …
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My campaign to put okra on the map. I love okra. Okra is good for you. Okra tastes good. Eat more okra. If you don't know how, then read this post for recipes and cooking tips. Plus I'm sure you'll learn a bunch of cool facts about okra that I bet you never knew.
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