Southern-style meal

Fried Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the chicken wings in buttermilk for at least 1 hour (overnight preferred).
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
4. Dredge the marinated chicken wings in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
5. Fry the wings in batches for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Drain on paper towels and serve.

Macaroni and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cups milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 1/2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp paprika

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook macaroni according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute.
3. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and stir in cheeses until melted. Add salt, pepper, and paprika.
5. Combine cheese sauce with macaroni and pour into a baking dish.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Collard Greens

Ingredients:

• 1 lb collard greens, washed and chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 smoked ham hock or 4 strips of bacon
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
2. Add ham hock or bacon and cook for a few minutes.
3. Add collard greens and cook until they start to wilt.
4. Pour in chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, until greens are tender.

Candied Yams

Ingredients:

• 4 large yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in brown sugar, water, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook until the sugar dissolves.
3. Place sliced yams in a baking dish and pour the sugar mixture over them.
4. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until yams are tender and caramelized.

Cornbread

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish or cast-iron skillet.
2. In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix milk, oil, and egg. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Enjoy your Southern-style meal!