Juicy pineapple with a nip of rum and ginger is a sophisticated compote that complements bites of the pecan spice cake but also makes a satisfying light dessert on its own.
No southern holiday meal would be complete without sweet potatoes, and this simple twist on old-fashioned candied yams tastes bright and full of nuance.
Generations of southerners have tucked fresh hot chiles into vinegar for a pungent homemade hot sauce that sits right next to the salt and pepper on the table.
The classic combination of sausage and greens takes on a pasta companion in this warming dish that peaks with red-pepper flakes and Parmigiano-Reggiano.