Celebrity Life

If the south can do anything perfectly: it’s comfort food.  Southern comfort foods are generally savory, although a few sweet treats make people feel right at home. Of course, most recipes are heavy in carbs, but that doesn’t matter since they make us all feel a little bit more at home. If you want to taste what makes the south feel so different from the rest of the country: these are the foods you need to try. #1 Shrimp and Grits Most people outside of the south aren’t huge on grits, but shrimp and grits are a great starting point to introduce you to them.  The shrimp are cooked or grilled with butter, and the grits are made creamy with cheese.  You mix them together, dash a little hot sauce on top, and you’ve got the most blissful meal on earth. #2 Hushpuppies These are more often a side than anything else, but these little balls of fried dough have a thick, crispy exterior and a soft and slightly sweet interior.  These are great dipped in soups, served with beans, or just set on a table with a full spread.  Many southerners like to keep some butter nearby to dip […]

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