Recipes tagged with « Southern Cooking »
Hearty Spiced Dirty Rice
A robust twist on classic dirty rice swapping pork sausage for smoked Andouille and ground turkey for texture contrast. Rice toasted right in rendered bacon fat for nuttiness; broth infused with bay leaf and thyme to deepen aroma. Onion, bell pepper, and celery sweated gently to soften without browning, garlic added late to avoid bitter scorch. Ground meat browned thoroughly for Maillard flavor; excess fat rendered off but reserved for extra depth if needed. Rice simmers with broth covered tightly, steam traps flavors, yielding tender grains. Garnished with minced scallions for brightness. Layered heat and smoky undertones with a hint of fresh herbs throughout.
Sweet Potato Cobbler Remix
Sweet potatoes poached gently, sugar and spice melding in simmering bath. Crumbly dough made with oat flour and coconut sugar instead of white flour and brown sugar. Butter swapped for coconut oil. Milk replaced with almond milk, keeps crumbly texture but lactose-free. Half-inch slices give bite, simmered to tender but firm. Dough spread under and over filling, topped with a sprinkle of turbinado sugar for crunch. Bakes until golden with crispy edges. Rest before cutting. Best served slightly warm. Aroma rich cinnamon, subtle ginger, sweet, woodsy warmth. Textures contrast soft potatoes and crisp biscuit topping.