So do our readers.

Homemade condiments likechow chowandpepper jellywill also line their shelves.

Cornmeal

Cornmeal was probably No.

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2 to grits as the most common answer to our query.

As one commenter put it: “Cornmeal.

Not ‘cornmeal mix’ or ‘cornbread mix.’

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Actual, unadulterated cornmeal.

Ingredients: corn.”

Brands likeSlap Ya Mama, Tony Chacheres, and Ragin Cajuns are beloved by our audience.

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Southern Living Pinto Beans in the pot ready to serve

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Molasses

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bag of organic vidalia onions

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