Taste of the South

Taste of the South helps you savor the unique dishes, cooking personalities, and culinary destinations of the South - and now you can enjoy every single page on your tablet! For readers who love Southern cooking or simply experimenting with new flavors, this magazine is a guidebook. Taste of the South is for those who have a passion for good food, at home and on the road. Every issue is a guide to Southern lifestyle.

Taste of the South • January/February 2025 Volume 22, Issue 1

Editor’s Letter

Sideboard

Spread the Love • Show your family and friends how much you care with a yummy meal

Warming Winter Soups • These comforting meals are full of all the things Southerners love best, so one is bound to suit your fancy on a cold winter day

Make Memories on the Mississippi Blues Trail • Take a journey through the iconic Mississippi Blues Trail and explore all the fun, food, and rich history of Clarksdale, Mississippi

Southern Essentials • For our Southern Icons issue, we just had to share our best-of-the-best, classic eats known and loved in the South

Table for Two • Cancel the reservations and skip the crowds because this cozy Valentine’s Day dinner is elegant enough to impress but simple to prepare. Add a couple of roses, light a few candles, and enjoy a romantic evening at home.

Cast Iron Cooking • Prepare a full Sunday supper for the family all with the help of a trusted kitchen workhorse: cast iron

Cocoa Powder • One staple you should never be without is soft, velvety cocoa powder. This treasured ingredient is what transforms everyday cakes, cookies, pies, and so much more into the fudgy desserts we love.

Hoppin’ John • Add some variety to your luck and prosperity with these fresh takes on the Southern New Year’s Day classic

Pasta Night • A family favorite, we use this versatile sauce for many different pastas and dishes. Not all vodka sauce recipes call for pancetta, but you know I love the extra touch.

Buttery Bliss • Who doesn’t love a fluffy golden-brown biscuit? Butter swim biscuits are foolproof—no rolling pin required. With just seven ingredients and a few simple steps, get ready to make this recipe on repeat.

A Kentucky Classic • All the elements of this iconic Bluegrass State staple taste delicious in casserole form

Tailgate Time • Try a taste of Paula Deen’s best game day snacks at all your football watch parties

The Old-Fashioned • As far as essential classic cocktails go, the old-fashioned is the granddaddy of them all. It’s a lesson in simplicity, but an adventurous barkeep can spend a lifetime playing with twists on the theme. Once you’ve found your favorite bourbon and spent time on the exact specifications that suit you best, it’s time to experiment. Add a little more (or less) simple syrup or try gently muddling an orange peel at the bottom of the glass. If you don’t stray too far from the tried-and-true formula, you’re bound to enjoy the results.

Recipe Index

Old-Time Toaster