These are the recipes Southern cooks turn to again and again.
You’ll recognize many of them, from Thanksgiving favorites to the cakes we’re still known for.
Mahogany Cake
If there is one cake you’ll bake this year, make it this one.

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Our favorite version, of course, uses bacon.
This particular Southern standard gave us all the warm and fuzzy memories we were craving.
This sweet and tangy slaw is perfect forpulled porkand hot dogs.

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Plus, it stays cold and crunchy longer.
Cream Cheese Pound Cake
This ultra-moist pound cake received our Test Kitchen’s highest rating.
We like to add chopped fresh chives on top.

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Now bourbon and pecan pie fit together like peanut butter and jelly.
Skip the chafing dish and keep these warm in the slow-cooker.
The secret to the crunchy exterior and juicy interior is a buttermilk soak.

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Don’t limit this dish to holidaysit can be enjoyed year-round.
Our version uses a homemade sauce instead of canned soup.
White Chicken Chili
This comforting White Chicken Chili is our most lovedfall recipeof all time.

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When the weather cools, turn on your slow cooker and come home to this warm meal.
Hummingbird Cake
Thanks to Mrs. L.H.
We still stand by Mrs. Wiggins' original, indulgent creation.

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