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Where Southern Comfort Food Meets Modern Flavor

From skillet-fried favorites to reimagined Southern staples, these easy soulful recipes bring comfort with a twist.

Southern Roots, Modern Plates

Nothing says Southern Hospitality like a homemade meal! Southern Roots, Modern Plates is all about quick and comforting recipes like Fried Chicken, BBQ Chicken Thighs, and Bacon Mac & Cheese. Classic flavors with a fresh twist, ready to bring everyone to the table.

  • Close up overhead view of macaroni salad in a bowl.
    Southern Macaroni Salad Recipe – Creamy, Tangy, and Perfect for Cookouts
  • Close up side view of pound cake on white plate.
    Strawberry Pound Cake Recipe – Moist Southern-Style Bundt Cake
  • Close up view of fried corn in cast iron skillet with wooden spoon.
    Southern Fried Corn Recipe – Classic Skillet Side Dish
  • Overhead view of mashed potatoes in white bowl topped with parsley and butter on grey surface.
    Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes Recipe (Creamy, Tangy & Fluffy)

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Hot & Fresh

This ain’t just new, it’s The New New! Fresh out of my kitchen, taste-tested, and ready to shake up your recipe box with bold flavors and cozy vibes.

  • Finished cornbread dressing in white rectangle baking dish.
    Easy Cornbread Dressing Recipe – Classic Southern Holiday Side
  • Overhead view of hoe cakes on paper towel lined plate.
    Hoe Cakes Recipe (Crispy Southern Fried Cornbread)
  • Southern Coca-Cola Ham Recipe – Sweet & Savory Holiday Showstopper
  • Side view of hand holding fried tomatoes over bowl of sauce.
    Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe – Crispy Southern Classic

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The Hibachi Table

Fire up the griddle and let’s get sizzling! The Hibachi Table is all about bringing big flavors, tender meats, and restaurant-style fun right to your kitchen.

  • overhead view of white bowl of salad topped with dressing next to fork and jar of dressing
    Hibachi Ginger Dressing
  • Hibachi Vegetables
  • Overhead view of bowl of hibachi soup on black tile surface by a spoon.
    Easy Hibachi Soup - Japanese Onion Soup
  • Hibachi Chicken

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Hey, I'm LaKita!

Great to have you here! As a Comfort Food Expert, I’m passionate about sharing traditional recipes with a modern touch. Think of your grandmother’s favorites but simpler, faster, and just as delicious!

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The Pound Cake Pantry

Welcome to The Pound Cake Pantry, your slice of comfort! Find rich, buttery pound cake recipes, from traditional family favorites to creative new twists.

  • close up side view of cake with a slice cut out of it
    Homemade Sour Cream Pound Cake Recipe (Moist, Rich & Southern Classic)
  • Close up side view of finished pound cake on a plate.
    Greek Yogurt Pound Cake (Easy & Buttery with 7 Ingredients)
  • Close up front view of finished pound cake on serving plate.
    Sweet Potato Pound Cake
  • Overhead view of finished pound cake topped with ganache on white plate.
    Chocolate Sour Cream Pound Cake

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Biscuits, Y'all

Buttery, golden, and ready for the table. Biscuits, Y’all is your home for every biscuit recipe worth passing around. From fluffy classics to flavorful twists, there’s a biscuit here for every craving.

  • Overhead view of baked strawberry biscuits in white parchment lined baking dish.
    Homemade Strawberry Biscuits
  • Mini Chicken Alfredo Biscuit Pizzas
  • Overhead view of biscuits in white parchment lined baking dish on black tile surface.
    Cheddar Herb Biscuits
  • Easy Homemade Cream of Tartar Biscuits

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Buttered & Baked

A collection of timeless, feel-good desserts inspired by generations of home baking. From flaky pies to rich cakes, these sweet treats bring nostalgia to every bite!

  • Easy Banana Pudding Recipe (No Bake)
  • Overhead view of finished and cut chess squares on parchment paper on marble surface.
    Chess Squares Recipe – Easy Southern Gooey Butter Bars
  • Close up view of piece of delight on white plate with a fork.
    Best Chocolate Delight Recipe (Easy Layered Dessert)
  • Overhead view of whole pie in aluminum pan on marble surface.
    Easy Sweet Potato Pie

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The Cornbread Supper Club

Welcome to The Cornbread Supper Club where cozy, comforting dinners take center stage. From skillet classics to slow-cooked favorites, these recipes bring family, flavor, and a whole lot of heart to the table, always with a side of cornbread.

  • Close up side view of hamburger on white plate.
    Best Hamburger Recipe (Old-Fashioned & Juicy!)
  • Easy Small Batch Lasagna with Ricotta (No Boil Noodles!)
  • Overhead view of finished sausage and potatoes recipe in white braiser on marble surface with wooden spoon in it.
    Easy Skillet Sausage and Potatoes Recipe
  • Overhead view of black plate with serving of casserole on it topped with parsley.
    Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole (Video Tutorial)

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Deep Pots & Full Plates

Big flavors, big pots, and plates piled high. These one-pot meals (like homemade stews and chili) are packed with comfort, tradition, and enough to feed a hungry table.

  • Crock Pot Beef Stew (Easy Slow Cooker Recipe)
  • Overhead view of finished chicken and rice in pan.
    One Pot Chicken and Rice
  • Close up overhead view of bowl of white chili with spoon in it.
    Easy White Chicken Chili
  • Easy Shrimp Boil in Oven

See more One Pot Meals →

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Hi, I'm LaKita. I'm a Lifelong home cook and self-taught baker. I've been sharing modern comfort food through food blogging, recipe development, and photography since 2013.

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Popular Recipes

  • overhead view of white bowl of salad topped with dressing next to fork and jar of dressing
    Hibachi Ginger Dressing
  • Close up view of piece of delight on white plate with a fork.
    Best Chocolate Delight Recipe (Easy Layered Dessert)
  • Hibachi Vegetables
  • Overhead view of finished deviled eggs on white plate topped with parsley and paprika.
    Easy Deviled Eggs with Miracle Whip

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Side Dishes

  • Close up overhead view of potato wedges topped with parsley on parchment lined baking sheet.
    Crispy Baked Potato Wedges Recipe – Oven Roasted and Flavorful
  • Close up side view of hush puppies in white bowl on black tile surface.
    Easy Southern Hush Puppy Recipe – Crispy and Golden
  • bowl of pasta salad beside a fork
    Easy Warm Pasta Salad Recipe
  • Overhead view of single serving of bacon mac and cheese on white plate by a fork on grey surface.
    Bacon Mac and Cheese Recipe (Extra Creamy + Cheesy)

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