Earthy, sweet, and abundant throughout North Carolina, the humble sweet potato shines in pies, breads, breakfast hash, and so much more.
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Cook-Off Hero
Called to compete in the neighborhood chili contest, a father-and-son team rise to the occasion.
Nico’s Grilled Chicken Chili
You don’t have to grill. You could broil the peppers and make do with, say, pulled rotisserie chicken. But if you do grill the night before, you are committing to something epic. You are also getting a smokiness that will otherwise be hard to replicate.
It Tastes Better at the Kids’ Table
As a professional chef, our recipe developer has cooked in many kitchens. The first, and most memorable, was the one in her childhood home.
Hot Dogs All the Way
In North Carolina, those who know know that the best hot dogs come loaded with chili, slaw, and yellow mustard.
Baby, It’s Cold Outside: 4 Cozy Snow Day Recipes
Whether you’re snowed in or simply wishing for flakes, these nostalgic recipes for hearty chili, hot sandwiches, and fudgy brownies will keep you warm.
Margie Pfohl’s Chili
Loaded with beef and beans and topped with shredded cheddar, this hearty chili from Fred's General Mercantile in Beech Mountain has been warming skiers and hikers for decades.
11 Our State Recipes You Loved in October
Pumpkin cheesecake bars, cider-roasted pork, and a butternut squash, apple, and sausage bake were among your favorite recipes in October. Find out what else made the list.
Our Plate
From Southern classics like ham biscuits to small-town creations like bright red hot dogs, how much do you know about North Carolina’s quintessential foods?
