How do you prefer your Southern favorites? One is the classic tried-and-true recipe and the other is reinvented for quick weeknight meals.
Mama's Way: Double-Crust Chicken Pot Pie
Recipe: Double-Crust Chicken Pot Pie
There’s nothing quite like the comfort of a homemade chicken pot pie. Give this classic recipe a try tonight!
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Classic, key ingredients
- Flaky crust made with refrigerated piecrusts
- Comforting appeal
Your Way: Stovetop Chicken Pie
Recipe: Stovetop Chicken Pie
Update your chicken pot pie with this easy Stovetop Chicken Pie. It tastes just as great as the original, but in less the time.
Why We Love Your Way
- 35-minute hands on time
- Flaky buttermilk biscuits
- Easy assembly
Mama's Way: Bev's Famous Meatloaf
Recipe: Bev's Famous Meatloaf
This recipe comes from country music star Miranda Lambert's mama. “My mom and I have cooked together as far back as she could bring a stool to the kitchen counter, and her meatloaf has always been my favorite recipe,” she says.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Irresistible home-cooked flavor
- Ground beef-and-pork combination
- Tender texture
Your Way: Better-for-You Turkey Meatloaf
Recipe: Better-for-You Turkey Meatloaf
We made this healthier version of meatloaf for Miranda Lambert to take on the road. Serve it on a sandwich with chips for a quick meal on the go or with veggies on the side for a meal a bit more mama's way.
Why We Love Your Way
- Uses leaner meats
- Contains fiber-rich oats
- Rich tomato topping
Mama's Way: Chicken Under a Skillet
Recipe: Chicken Under a Skillet
A juicy, flavorful grilled whole chicken is a dynamite dish! Rosemary leaves, lemon zest, garlic, and herbs de Provence impart great flavor, but it's the grill that really does the work.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Impressive presentation
- Wonderful flavors
- Great with any side dishes
Your Way: Spicy Honey-Lime Grilled Drumsticks
Recipe: Spicy Honey-Lime Grilled Drumsticks
This simple recipe for the grill is finger-lickin good! A Spicy Honey-Lime Barbecue Sauce is all you need to pack the sweet-and-spicy flavor.
Why We Love Your Way
- Takes half the time
- Make-ahead barbecue sauce
- Easy assembly and preparation
Mama's Way: Classic Fried Catfish
Recipe: Classic Fried Catfish
The secret to this recipe is maintaining an oil temperature of 360˚ to ensure a crispy, golden crust. Serve with lemon slices and your favorite tartar sauce.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Deep-fried goodness
- Peppery cornmeal coating
- Moist, tender interior
Your Way: Crispy Oven-Fried Catfish
Recipe: Crispy Oven-Fried Catfish
Cornflakes are the secret to a crisp baked coating for this updated classic. Serve with sautéed mixed veggies, such as squash, zucchini, and carrots, and a green salad. For an extra touch of heat, add a few drops of your favorite hot sauce to the buttermilk before chilling the fillets.
Why We Love Your Way
- Easy cleanup
- Crispy, low-fat crust
- Hands-free cooking
Mama's Way: Classic Chicken and Dumplings
Recipe: Classic Chicken and Dumplings
This from-scratch favorite makes for luscious comfort food.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Tender homemade dumplings
- One-dish family meal
- Makes enough to share
Your Way: Easy Chicken and Dumplings
Recipe: Easy Chicken and Dumplings
Deli-roasted chicken, cream of chicken soup, and canned biscuits make a quick-and-tasty version of this favorite. One roasted chicken yields about 3 cups of meat.
Why We Love Your Way
- Only 7 ingredients
- Easy enough for weeknights
- Rich, flavorful broth
Step-by-Step Video: Our Easiest Chicken and Dumplings
Mama's Way: Game Day Chili
Recipe: Game Day Chili
These meaty favorite is perfect for a football party. It freezes beautifully for a super quick meal another day.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- A cold-weather classic
- Rich flavor from the beer
- Easy, on-hand ingredients
Your Way: Big-Batch Veggie Chili
Recipe: Big-Batch Veggie Chili
This updated chili is hearty, meatless, and even better the next day. We tested it with Wick Fowler's 2 Alarm Chili Kit.
Why We Love Your Way
- Bold chili flavor
- Makes enough for a crowd
- Packed with heart-healthy beans
Mama's Way: Classic Chicken Tetrazzini
Recipe: Classic Chicken Tetrazzini
This classic creamy pasta with chicken, mushrooms, and almonds is pure Southern comfort.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Made-from-scratch Mornay sauce
- Toasted almond-and-Parmesan cheese topping
- Freezes beautifully
Your Way: Chicken Marsala Tetrazzini
Recipe: Chicken Marsala Tetrazzini
This contemporary twist on classic tetrazzini tosses pasta with Italian proscuitto and peas.
Why We Love Your Way
- Light and creamy Parmesan sauce
- Sautéed fresh mushrooms and Marsala
- Weeknight-easy shortcuts
Mama's Way: Honey-Bourbon Glazed Ham
Recipe: Honey-Bourbon Glazed Ham
Roasting ham with cloves makes for a showstopping Southern classic. Your family and friends are sure to love the flavorful sweet glaze. For a twist, try Honey-Bourbon Boneless Glazed Ham.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Delicious hot or cold
- Bone-in delivers exceptional flavor
- Beautiful on a holiday buffet
Your Way: Orange Glazed Ham
Recipe: Orange Glazed Ham
This savory ham cooks in half the time of a traditional recipe, and the sweet orange glaze will get rave reviews just as strong. Simply spoon the glaze on a smoked, fully cooked boneless ham and stick it in the oven.
Why We Love Your Way
- Faster cook time
- Perfect size for small families
- Easy to carve
Mama's Way: Kentucky Hot Browns
Recipe: Kentucky Hot Browns
Up the ante on sandwich night with Kentucky Hot Browns. This classic knife-and-fork sandwich will be a hit with the whole family.
Why We Love Mama's Way
- Easy prep and assembly
- Rich and creamy cheese sauce
- Crispy bacon topping
Your Way: Kentucky Hot Brown Tart
Recipe: Kentucky Hot Brown Tart
We turned classic Kentucky Hot Browns into a decadent tart. Serve as a satisfying main dish or a hearty side.
Why We Love Your Way
- Resembles a tomato pie, but with bacon and more
- Buttery, flaky crust
- Great brunch meal
