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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.

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    Banana Pudding Tres Leches Cake – Soul Food Meets Classic Tres Leches
  • Southern Fried Chicken Recipe (Crispy, Juicy & Easy)
  • Overhead view of finished meatloaf in white baking dish.
    The Best Southern Meatloaf Recipe for Sunday Supper
  • Close up view of finished sweet potatoes on parchment lined sheet pan.
    How to Roast Sweet Potatoes Without Oil (Fast, Easy, & No-Fuss Method)

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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.

  • Easy Pepperoni Bread (Cheesy, Flavor-Packed & Game Day Ready)
  • Overhead view of finished muffins on large white plate on marble surface.
    White Chocolate Raspberry Muffins (Bakery-Style!)
  • Overhead view of finished cornbread in cast iron skillet with a knife in it.
    Southern Cracklin Cornbread (Cast Iron Recipe)
  • Easy Dutch Oven Pulled Chicken (Quick, Juicy & Flavorful)

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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.

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    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.

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    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
  • Close up overhead view of glazed 7up cake on white plate.
    7UP 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.

  • Mini Chicken Alfredo Biscuit Pizzas
  • Overhead view of baked strawberry biscuits in white parchment lined baking dish.
    Homemade Buttermilk Strawberry Biscuits
  • 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)
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    Chess Squares (Chess Bars)
  • Close up view of piece of delight on white plate with a fork.
    Easy to Make Chocolate Delight Recipe
  • 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.

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    Best Old Fashioned Hamburger Recipe
  • 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

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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

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    Hibachi Ginger Dressing

  • Close up view of piece of delight on white plate with a fork.
    Easy to Make Chocolate Delight Recipe

  • 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 finished red onions in glass jar.
    Quick Pickled Red Onions (Easy 4-Ingredient Recipe)

  • Overhead view of finished broccoli on parchment lined sheet pan.
    Crispy Oven Roasted Broccoli (Easy & Flavorful Side Dish)

  • Overhead view of fried potatoes topped with fresh parsley in white bowl on black tile surface by a fork.
    Southern Home Fried Potatoes & Onions (Crispy Skillet Potatoes)

  • Overhead view of finished cabbage in large skillet.
    Southern Fried Cabbage with Bacon (Easy One-Skillet Side Dish)

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