Stump Jumpin’ Sausage
Smoked sausage, pinto beans, and tomatoes simmer into a hearty skillet supper to spoon over grits.
View recipeSouthern Main Dish Recipes
Comforting Southern main dishes for family dinners, Sunday suppers, and relaxed gatherings.
Choose the main dish by cooking method
Braises such as pot roast reward slow, gentle heat; fried chops need attention to thickness and temperature; casseroles depend on their center heating through.
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Southern Main Dishes for Everyday Suppers
Comforting centerpieces without unnecessary fuss
A good main dish anchors the meal and gives the side dishes somewhere to belong. This collection ranges from fried chicken and pork chops to pot roast, meatloaf, tomato pie, and chicken pot pie. Some recipes are quick enough for a weekday; others reward a slower afternoon in the kitchen.
Match the cooking method to the cut
Tougher cuts used for pot roast become tender with low, moist heat and enough time. Fried foods need steady temperature and room in the pan. Meatloaf benefits from mixing just until combined so it stays tender. Casserole-style dishes and pot pies should rest briefly after baking, which makes serving cleaner and allows very hot fillings to settle.
Round out the plate
Use vegetables and bread to balance the main course. Country green beans, collard greens, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, biscuits, and cornbread all fit naturally with these dishes. For each main dish, open the full recipe to see ingredient amounts, timing, preparation steps, leftovers guidance, and related recipes.
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