Discover the secret to cooking perfect Southern-style fried okra in this sizzling video. While other plants struggle in the scorching Southern summer, okra thrives and stands tall. Join us as we share ...

When choosing okra, pick pods that are firm but give slightly when squeezed, with a bright, even color. Keep them small—under ...

Here's the recipe for Fried Okra Gravy Ingredients10 okra1/4 inch pieces 1 cup buttermilk 1 egg 1 cup cornmeal 1/4 lb carrots, 1/2 inch dice 1/2 lb onion, 1/2 inch dice 1/4 lb celery, 1/2 inch dice 2 ...

As I was buying okra at the farmer's market in New Richmond last Saturday, someone asked me, "What do you do with it?" I said that we liked to fry it. A bystander asked, "But isn't it slimy?" The ...

From hush puppies to collard greens, Southern recipes are steeped in tradition. And everyone needs to try these Southern side ...

Bibi Hutchings, a lifelong Southerner, lives along a quiet coastal Alabama bay with her cat, Zulu, and husband, Tom. She writes about the magical way food evokes memories, instantly bringing you back ...

The weeks just after Labor Day are a great time to stock up on summer vegetables. They are the cheapest they'll be all year long, and the quality is wonderful. Look for okra, tomatoes and pickling ...