Soul Food (8.6.18)
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Recipes contributed by Moja Southern Kitchen.
While they start with tasty ingredients, Pat (owner of Moja in Peoria) maintains that the trick is in the attitude that goes into preparation. Chef Toby must have the attitude, because he turned out dish after flavorful dish during this demonstration. Also helping with this program was Amanda, manager at Moja. Pat shared that though the term "soul food" became common in the 1950s and '60s, it's a food tradition that can be traced back to enslaved people in the southern states, when a high fat diet was necessary to maximize what little food was available. As many African Americans migrated north after emancipation, the food culture came along with them. Today, while still not generally a cuisine for the dieter, soul food is known for its rich flavors -- and you're unlikely to walk away hungry! Recipes may be forthcoming. Meanwhile, an ingredient list for two of the dishes is provided below. |
Fried Green Tomatoes
A perky appetizer
Cajun Pasta
Can be made with a variety or combination of meats, including chicken, andouille sausage, and shrimp.
Creamy Alfredo
Garlic
Bell Peppers
Onion
Chicken Breasts
Andouille Sausage
Linguine Noodle
Garlic Bread
Creamy Alfredo
Garlic
Bell Peppers
Onion
Chicken Breasts
Andouille Sausage
Linguine Noodle
Garlic Bread
Shrimp and Grits
Color, comfort, and flavor.
Haystack
Biscuits and gravy? Hashbrowns? Eggs? Can't decide? No need to choose, 'cause it's all here.
Homemade Butter
Biscuits
House Sausage Gravy
Hash Browns
Eggs
Shredded Cheese
Homemade Butter
Biscuits
House Sausage Gravy
Hash Browns
Eggs
Shredded Cheese