Guy’s Fried Green Tomatoes
A neighbor gave us some fresh jalapeños and green Roma tomatoes from his garden, with instructions on letting them ripen on the counter (he picks them while green to beat the squirrels). Guy couldn’t resist the opportunity to make fried green tomatoes, which were easier and more delicious than we expected!
Rustic Blueberry Cornmeal Tart
Pile sweetened blueberries and a hint of lemon onto a cornmeal tart dough, fold the edges up, and bake until golden. Serve warm.
Lee’s Vegan Cornbread
This egg- and dairy-free version of cornbread is the perfect addition to a bowl of chili or a side of greens.
Grandma’s Fried Okra
This is one of the many vegetable dishes guarranteed to be on my Grandmother’s table whenever we came to visit. I’ve loved her fried okra ever since I can remember. Anyone else’s pales in comparison.
Mom’s Cornbread
I’ve doubled Mom’s original recipe here, to serve as the base for her cornbread dressing, a requirement at our family’s holiday table.