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Celebrate Kwanzaa with the rich flavors of African cooking! Set your table for the Karamu feast with everything from yams and peanut soup to oxtail stew.

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Rate this recipe 4.4/5 (115 Votes)
Florence Mama's Candied Yams 1 Picture
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Servings 12
Preparation time 20
Cooking time 50

  • 3-pounds sweet potatoes or yams, peeled and sliced crosswise in 1/4-inch thick rounds
  • 1 orange, thinly sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, 2 sticks
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

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Freshly sliced orange gives this candied yam recipe a citrusy twist to this traditional winter recipe

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Fried okra is sometimes called Southern popcorn because when you start eating it, you just can’t stop

  • BREADING:
  • oil for frying
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk or whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 pound fresh okra, both ends trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup white cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup corn flour
  • 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • Oil for frying
  • Green Onion Aioli:
  • 4 tablespoons green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
4.6/5 (28 Votes)

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Chicken Helper Jambalaya Mix jump-starts this tasty stew with chicken, peanut butter, and tomatoes, to make a simpl...

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4)
  • 1 box Betty Crocker Chicken Helper jambalaya
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 1/2 cups hot water
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with onion and pepper, undrained
  • 1/2 pound fully cooked Polish or kielbasa sausage, sliced, if desired
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
4.5/5 (2 Votes)

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Baked 2-Cheese & Bacon Grits is a recipe steeping velvety, cheese flavor

  • 6 thickly sliced bacon strips, chopped
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups quick cooking grits
  • 1 (12-ounce) package Velveeta cheese, cubed, about 2 1/3 cups
  • 1 stick of butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup 2% milk
  • 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese, about 8-ounces
4.5/5 (8 Votes)

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In the mood for a Caribbean cuisine? Try this Caribbean Steak With Grilled Plantains and Coleslaw to add some zest ...

  • 1 bag coleslaw vegetable mix
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 4 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper
  • pinch granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, and coriander
  • 2 strip loin grilling steaks, (each about 340 g), trimmed and halved crosswise
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rum, optional
  • 2 ripe plantains, peeled and thickly sliced
4.3/5 (16 Votes)

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Get the true Southern comfort food experience at home with this Southern Shrimp and Grits

  • GRITS:
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 1/4 cup sharp white cheddar or Manchego cheese, grated
  • SHRIMP:
  • 1-pound wild-caught or sustainably raised shrimp, 16 to 30 count in size, shelled and de-veined
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
4.4/5 (87 Votes)

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A spicy skillet meal made with smoked sausage, chicken breasts, ziti or penne pasta, red and yellow bell peppers, o...

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2-pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless or 4 frozen tenders, thawed
  • 1/2-pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1 1/4 cup yellow onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, coarsely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, finely chopped or minced
  • 2 (14.5-ounce) cans Hunt's diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Tony Chachere's Original creole seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups uncooked ziti pasta or other medium pasta, such as penne
4.3/5 (84 Votes)

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The Best Ever Candied Yams definitely live up to their name and are guaranteed to make your holiday table shine wit...

  • 6 medium sized yams, peeled and sliced
  • 1 stick butter
  • 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
3.9/5 (138 Votes)

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Delicious mustard and collard greens made even better with the addition of bacon, onions, and a hint of Tabasco sau...

  • 4-ounces slab bacon, about 8 or 9 slices, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 2 large bunches collard greens, stemmed
  • 1 bunch mustard greens, stemmed
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock or canned broth
  • salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • Tabasco or hot pepper sauce, optional to taste
4/5 (102 Votes)

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This super simple, quick, and easy recipe is the perfect appetizer for any festive occasion or celebratory party

  • 2 large green plantains
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to garnish
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup peanut oil
4.9/5 (10 Votes)

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Soft, fluffy homemade biscuits, and they're no-knead! Just lightly mix ingredients together, cut with biscuit cutte...

  • 4 cups self-rising flour (I use White Lily)
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) cold salted butter, or lard or vegetable shortening
  • 1 3/4 to 2 cups cold buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening or oil
  • 2 tablespoons melted salted butter or margarine, for brushing biscuits
4.1/5 (68 Votes)

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This is the famous Candied Yams recipe from Sweetie Pie's that is loved by all and comes together in only about 40 ...

  • CANDIED YAMS:
  • 3 large sweet potatoes or yams
  • 8 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup water
4/5 (73 Votes)

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These Indian-inspired Cauliflower Fritters make a great appetizer for any occasion any time of the year! Serve with...

  • DRESSING:
  • 2 cups cauliflower, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive or rice bran oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon coriander stems, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1/2 cup rice flour
  • 1/2 cup maize flour or chick pea flour
  • 1/2 tablespoon sea salt, or to taste
  • 1 zucchini, grated and squeezed dry
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup coriander leaves (extra for garnish)
  • 2 cups rice bran oil, plus 1 tablespoon, about 500 milliliters
  • 1 lime, quartered
  • 1/2 cup yoghurt
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil, optional
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoons coriander leaves, roughly chopped
  • sea salt to taste or 1 teaspoon umeboshi vinegar
4.6/5 (9 Votes)

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Try this easy Sweet Potato Fritters with Yogurt Chive Dipping Sauce for a dip-able appetizer that is sure to be a h...

  • FRITTERS:
  • 1-pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup fine dry bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • vegetable oil for deep-fat frying
  • YOUGURT-CHIVE DIPPING SAUCE:
  • 1 (6-ounce) carton plain low-fat yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
4.6/5 (12 Votes)

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These personal beef pies are filled with curried ground beef, potato, peas, and onion, then glazed with egg and bak...

  • 1/2-pound ground beef chuck, not lean
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Madras curry powder
  • 1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 6 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 2 (17.25-ounce) packages frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
4.5/5 (11 Votes)

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