Hearty Comfort Recipes with Southern Soul

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Get ready to dive into a collection of hearty comfort recipes that deliver big flavors without the hassle. From the crispy perfection of the Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich and classic How to Make Buttermilk Fried Chicken to the cozy richness of Best Southern Ham Gravy with Cheesy Biscuits and Eggs, these dishes are all about satisfying cravings. Don’t miss the buttery goodness of Buttery Crisp Cornmeal Waffles or the savory elegance of Easy to Make Chicken Francaise—each recipe brings warmth and soul to your table with ease!

Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich

A fried chicken sandwich with lettuce and mayonnaise in a bun, served with potato chips on a patterned plate.
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Sink your teeth into the golden crunch and juicy center of this Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich, stacked high on a buttery brioche bun with all the right fixings—it’s comfort food with serious street cred.
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Easy Strawberry Pretzel Pie

A Strawberry Pretzel Pie with fresh fruits.
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The sweet-meets-salty magic of Easy Strawberry Pretzel Pie is hard to beat—pretzel crust, dreamy filling, and berries on top make it a retro dessert worth repeating.
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Best Southern Ham Gravy with Cheesy Biscuits and Eggs

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Best Southern Ham Gravy with Cheesy Biscuits and Eggs turns leftover ham into the hero of your breakfast table, pouring smoky, savory goodness over melt-in-your-mouth biscuits and eggs.
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Buttery Crisp Cornmeal Waffles

Two golden-brown waffles topped with fresh blueberries, butter, and a dusting of powdered sugar, garnished with a sprig of mint. The waffles are served on a white plate with a fork beside them.
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With a bit of Southern charm and a hint of crunch, Buttery Crisp Cornmeal Waffles walk the line between sweet and savory—serve them with berries or bacon and nobody will complain.
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How to Make Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Close-up of a basket filled with crispy fried chicken topped with a white sauce and garnished with fresh herbs, served alongside golden French fries on paper liners.
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When you need crispy, craveable chicken with zero mystery ingredients, How To Make Buttermilk Fried Chicken has your back—juicy inside, crunchy outside, and nothing shy of delicious.
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Easy to Make Chicken Francaise

A pan containing chicken breasts topped with lemon slices and parsley.
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Skip the restaurant wait and whip up Easy To Make Chicken Francaise, where golden chicken cutlets swim in a lemony butter sauce that practically demands applause.
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Cassoulet-Style French Bean Stew Recipe

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The hearty French vibes of this Cassoulet-Style French Bean Stew Recipe bring all the cozy, with rustic white beans, rich meats, and broth so flavorful it deserves a baguette on the side.
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Best Southern Corn Pudding

A white baking dish filled with a freshly baked corn pudding casserole.
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Best Southern Corn Pudding brings a creamy, custardy sidekick to the table that plays well with everything from Sunday roast to Tuesday leftovers—sweet, savory, and endlessly spoonable.
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Robust Summer Squash Antipasto

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Robust Summer Squash Antipasto gives you a fresh excuse to clean out your fridge—zucchini, salami, cheese, and vinaigrette come together in one very chic bowl.
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Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham, Swiss, and Honey-Butter Drizzle

A fork lifts a portion of croissant breakfast casserole with cheese and slices of fruit, from a baking dish. A cup sits in the background.
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Sweet, savory, buttery, and a bit indulgent, Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham, Swiss, And Honey-Butter Drizzle is brunch’s answer to a standing ovation.
Get the Recipe: Croissant Breakfast Casserole with Ham, Swiss, and Honey-Butter Drizzle

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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