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    Happy National Soul Food Month!

    June 17, 2017 by Anna Leave a Comment

    June is National Soul Food Month and we LOVE soul food here at Great 8 Friends! From Fried Green Tomatoes to Pecan Pie and everything in between!

    Memories from our Mother's Kitchen
    National Soul Food Month

    Boy are we happy here at Great 8 Friends since June is National Soul Food Month! We love it! The term "Soul Food" was coined in the 60s to define the cuisine that grew out of the traditions of the American south; and it has evolved to what it is today.

    National Soul Food Month

    We often think of soul food as being fried chicken and heavy, fatty food. But in actuality, the slaves didn't have all day to be tending meals that needed a lot of attention, they were busy working. Most of their food was vegetables that they grew themselves and the undesirable parts of animals left from the masters' kitchens. The reason for the term "soul food" is that the food was prepared using what the Africans brought with them from their homeland, their hearts and souls. The food was made and served with love. Here is a good article on the origins of soul food on Oprah.com.

    This month we are re-publishing some of our favorite soul food recipes and offering you some new ones to try. Remember, any food prepared with love is good for the soul.

    National Soul Food Month

    This past week Debbie showed us how to make Fried Green Tomatoes, and are they ever delicious!! She gives the secret for just the right amount of crunch and tenderness.

    National Soul Food Month

    And Kyle's Chocolate Pecan Bourbon Pie is the perfect dessert...even if you don't think you like pecan pie, try this!

    National Soul Food Month Skillet Cornbread

    I shared my Skillet Cornbread recipe; not your sweet, cake-like cornbread, but more like the original southern savory dish.

    Barbecued Pork Ribs National Soul Food Month

    Soul Food Dinner Menu

    Barbecued Pork Ribs
    Start this recipe the day before so you can brine the ribs overnight.
    Gr8 Recipe Here!
    Barbecued Pork Ribs
    Black-Eyed Peas
    Recipe adapted from Sylvia's Soul Food Cookbook by Sylvia Wood and Christopher Styler.
    Gr8 Recipe Here!
    black-eyed peas
    Pickled Okra
    Try this super delicious pickled okra! It has a fun kick to it and would be tasty as a snack or garnish your next Bloody Mary drink with this tasty treat!
    Gr8 Recipe Here!
    Pickled Okra Gift
    Golden Cornbread
    Enjoy this golden corn bread, a recipe straight from the South and from my grandmother. The addition of bacon drippings makes it a hit every time!
    Gr8 Recipe Here!
    Golden Cornbread
    Buttermilk Pie
    This makes 1 9-inch pie.
    The prep time doesn't include making the pie crust.
    Gr8 Recipe Here!
    Buttermilk Pie
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