Whether fried, pickled, or grilled, okra is one of the South’s signature ingredients.
The surprising part is that it takes less than half-an-hour to come together.
The secret that makes this recipe so simple is that it uses two microwaveable pouches of rice.
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Classic Okra And Tomatoes
This essential summer side features the most Southern pairing.
Steeped in centuries of history, this combo cannot be missed.
The okra is cooked low and slow here to help alleviate its sometimes slimy texture.
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The grocery store should have everything you need for this recipe.
Best-Ever Succotash
The ultimate summer side: succotash.
Need we say more?
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Cajun Chicken Cassoulet
Your family will love this one-pot, spiced-up version of the French meal.
Your family will also appreciate that this recipe doesn’t take all day like the traditional version.
Dinner will be ready in a little over an hour with this recipe.
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Maque Choux With Sausage
This Louisiana classic comes together in just one skillet and 25 minutes.
We make this cayenne-kissed dish with all the usual suspects.
An unbaked casserole can be made up to a day in advance.
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With no oily mess, it will quickly become your favorite way to make okra.
Serve as a side with garlicky shrimp.
It’s like summer on a platter.
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Two Southern iconsokra and cornbreadcome together in one can’t-be-topped recipe.
Roasting this breaded okra in the oven cuts down on the fat without sacrificing the crispy crust.
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