October 11 Southern Food Heritage Day #SouthernFoodHeritageDay is a #Holiday I can really sink my teeth into. Living in the South we have some amazing dishes other Countries might not know about of even had the opportunity to try.
From our famous Sweet Tea we all can’t live without to Gravy & Biscuits why wouldn’t you want to celebrate @SouthernFoodHeritageDay. Charlie also said I shouldn’t let you forget Chicken Fried Steak and Chicken Fried Chicken and David said you shouldn’t forget our Bar B Que. What is your favorite #SouthernDish and why?
I didn’t know every year, Southern Food Heritage Day is celebrated on October 11th but you cab bet I will not forget it and we will celebrate Southern Food Heritage Day every year from now on. Would you like to join us in our celebration?
The Southern Food & Beverage Museum celebrates the culturally rich and delicious food of the Southern States in America. I wish I had knew about The Southern Food & Beverage Museum when we was #Homeschooling because it would have been a fun #RaodTrip and #FieldTrip for our Cooking Class. It isn’t to late to go. Would you like to take a Road Trip with?
The cuisine deserves to be recognized and celebrated officially because it is a testament to American history and legacy. Southern food also represents the essence of America. The coming together of a variety of people from all over the world, each bringing with themselves their own ingredients and recipes to create a unique cuisine.
Iced tea, Pickled Shrimps, I’ve never heard of but will pass and Fried Chicken are some of the most loved Southern foods throughout history. Along with the cuisine, Southern Food heritage Day also celebrates the racial and ethnic diversity in America.
Southern Food Heritage Day celebrates the best that Southern food and beverages have to offer. The South’s cuisine in America can be found in the historical regional culinary form of States generally South of the Mason-Dixon line dividing Pennsylvania and Delaware from Maryland, along the Ohio River, and extending west to Southern Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. The most notable influences on Southern cuisine are African, English, Scottish, Irish, German, French and Native American.
The food of the American South displays a unique blend of cultures and culinary traditions. The Native Americans, Spanish, French, and British have contributed to the development of Southern food, with recipes and dishes from their own cultures.
Food items include Squash, Tomatoes, Corn, as well as certain cooking practices including deep pit barbecuing, which were introduced by South-eastern Native American tribes including the Caddo, Choctaw, and Seminole. Many foods derived from Sugar, Flour, Milk, and Eggs have European roots. Black-Eyed Peas, Okra, Rice, Eggplant, Sesame Seed, Sorghum, and Melons, along with Spices, are of African origin.
Did you know Southern food can be further divided into categories: including ‘Soul food which is heavily influenced by African cooking traditions that are full of Greens and Vegetables, Rice, and Nuts such as Peanuts. Okra and Collard Greens are also considered Soul Food, along with thick stews. ‘Creole food’ has a French flair, while ‘Cajun cuisine’ reflects the culinary traditions of immigrants from Canada. ‘Lowcountry’ Cuisine features a lot of Seafood and Rice, while the food of the Appalachians is mostly preserved Meats and Vegetables. Southern food is partial to Corn, thanks to the Native American influence.
How To Celebrate Southern Food Heritage Day
- Take the opportunity to gather all your friends and organize a cook-off on Southern Food Heritage Day. Revive old recipes or add a twist to create something new.
- Grab your family and enjoy the best of Southern foods at your favorite Southern foods restaurant. Don’t forget to enjoy the classics including Fried Chicken, Hush Pies, before you ask me what a Hush Pie is I have no, clue. Do you? Don’t forget the Pies.
- Barbecues are an integral part of the Southern food heritage. Barbeques is also one of the most popular styles of cooking. Barbecue your favorite Neats and Vegetables, and serve them with Sauces and Seasonings.
Facts About Southern Foods That Will Blow Your Mind
- Redeye Gravy is made with pan drippings and leftover Coffee. Before you ask I’ve never had Redeye Gravy. Have you?
- Did you know the Southern Fried Chicken Breast typically has more than 400 calories in an ounce.
- Half the annual crop of Peanuts is used to make Peanut Butter. Thank the LORD because my nephew Jason and I would be lost without our Peanut Butter. What about you?
- Collard Greens has been a part of our diet for more than 2,000 years.
- Did you now it is believed that Black-Eyed Peas bring good luck on New Year’s Day. Just ask my Grandmother Dorie who would keep Dried Black Eyed Peas throughout her house and inside her purse so she didn’t miss out on Good Luck. Before you ask me if it worked I don’t know but with the luck I’ve been having lately I should try it. How about you?
Why People Love Southern Food Heritage Day
- You cannot celebrate Southern Food Heritage Day without enjoying a hearty meal of your favorite foods which is truly a day of indulgence!
- The best thing about Southern food is that there is something for everyone. Use October 11th Southern Food Heritage Day to try a new food item or the cuisine of Southern heritage. Who knows, you might just discover your next favorite dish!
- Southern foods have a rich cultural and historical significance. Learn more about the origins of your favorite foods on Southern Food Heritage Day.
Recipe for Redeye Gravy
Ingredients
- 4 large slices country ham (about 8 oz.)
- 3/4 cup strong black coffee
Directions
- Trim ham: Trim most of the fat from the outer edges of the ham slices.
- Heat ham trimmings:
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the trimmings and cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until they render about 2 teaspoons of fat. Cook ham slices: Add the ham slices to the skillet and cook about 10 minutes or until browned on both sides, flipping them several times. Remove the ham to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add coffee to skillet: Pour the coffee into the skillet. Bring to a boil and scrape up the bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Reduce the heat and simmer 5 to 10 minutes or until the liquid reduces to about 1/2 cup. Discard the rendered fat pieces. Serve the gravy piping hot
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
