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Southern classics — reimagined

In our new series, sponsored by Kroger, we explore classic Southern dishes and meet the innovative chefs from around the region who are putting their own stamp on these traditional favorites. In each installment of the series, you'll learn the story behind the dish and get the chef's own recipe so you can recreate it at home.

Aaron Mathews' livermush sandwich

McDowell Local's pork sandwich updates a North Carolina favorite

Gene's Biscoff Banana Pud-Pud

Local restaurant's banana pudding serves history with a twist

Tenney Flynn's apple pie with cheese straw crust

Respected seafood authority and professional baker shares his take on the classic cracker

Jake Schmidt's Elevated Succotash

Succotash sees high elevation in Great Smoky Mountains

Gary Palm's Hot Brown

Kentucky chef Gary Palm embraces the tradition of the hot brown

Mark Henegan's Hoppin' John

Good luck everyday: A South African twist on hoppin' John

Blue Plate’s MoonPie Cheesecake

Chattanooga chef gives MoonPies a dessert makeover

Sallie Ann Robinson's Ol' 'Fuskie Fried Crab Rice

Renowned Gullah chef shares recipe, memories of crab rice
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