If Your Grandma Made These 7 Dishes, You Grew Up in a Real Southern Kitchen
There is nothing quite like your grandmother’s cooking, especially if you are from the South. From buttermilk biscuits to deep-fried entrees, the matriarch of your family was likely known for her magic in the kitchen and ability to whip up delicious, calorie-filled meals from scratch. What are some of the most famous dishes? If your grandma made these 7 dishes, you grew up in a real Southern kitchen.
Chicken and Dumplings
Chicken and Dumplings, made with scratch-rolled tender dough and chunks of home-cooked chicken, are a Southern delicacy. Many people share their grandma’s recipes online. “A delicious batch of chicken and dumplings can be super simple. I cook it in a crockpot but the recipe can work for any cooking vessel,” says a Redditor.
Southern Collard Greens
Southern Collard Greens may sound healthy, but the southern-style greens were usually cooked with fatty meat. “There was always greens. Turnip greens, or collard greens. These were typically pressured cooked with bacon/ham- and onion. I always put a bit of vinegar on mine,” a Redditor recalls.
Creamed Corn Casserole
Creamed corn casserole, a rich sweet corn pudding, is another Southern dish that could have been dessert. “There’s something magical about recipes passed down from generation to generation. They carry the warmth of shared memories, family gatherings, and the comfort of home-cooked meals. One such beloved dish is Grandma’s Creamy Corn Pudding. This timeless recipe brings back the nostalgia of family dinners, the chatter around the table, and the delicious aroma wafting from the kitchen. With its silky texture and just the right balance of sweetness, this dish is more than just food; it’s a slice of tradition and love,” says a Redditor.
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
Biscuits and sausage gravy, made with flaky buttermilk biscuits and peppery gravy, is another savory dish that southern families cherish. Variations include cheddar sausage biscuits. “Make your biscuits from scratch, but mix shredded cheddar and raw sausage to the dough,” a Redditor says.
Homemade Banana Pudding
Homestyle banana pudding, a warm banana custard served with crushed vanilla wafers, is another delicious southern dish. “My favorite was the old fashioned banana pudding with vanilla wafers. I have the actual dish she made that in. I have never duplicated it,” a Redditor says. “My grandma would always make delicious, delicious banana pudding with homemade meringue and a Nilla wafer crust,” another added.
Country Fried Steak
Country fried steak, or chicken fried steak, is another calorie-ridden savory dish made with crispy pepper cream gravy. “This is one of those things that if you’ve lived in Texas and not had chicken fried steak then you’re missing out on a huge part of being a Texan,” says a Redditor.
Southern Peach Cobbler
And for dessert, your grandma likely made Southern Peach Cobbler. “My family is from GA and my great grandma’s peach cobbler recipe is still the only cobbler I will make. Warm cobbler and a scoop of vanilla ice cream is absolute heaven,” a Redditor says.