Chef Bill Smith offers two variations on an old family crab stew recipe: one served with white bread at the bottom of the bowl and the other with cornmeal dumplings.
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Galley Gourmet
Two decades after it was born in Morehead City, Mariner’s Menu — the ultimate guide to preparing North Carolina seafood — continues to evolve.
Crabby Chic at Washington Crab
A seafood processing company — and its modest restaurant nearby — has been a family-owned mainstay in Beaufort County for more than half a century. Folks don’t come here for fancy cocktails or waterfront views — they come for the catch of the day and the friendly small-town feel.
A Mess of Memories: Chef Bill Smith’s Crab Stew
When it comes to cooking authentic eastern North Carolina crab stew, a celebrated chef, born and raised in New Bern, looks back to his grandmother’s handwritten recipes.
16 Cozy Casseroles to Warm You Up This Winter
Cheesy, creamy, bubbly — these one-pan wonders will keep you toasty on a chilly day.
A Taste of Fame
These North Carolinians are known for the records they’ve broken and the history they’ve made. In the past 90 years of Our State, they were sometimes known for their culinary contributions, too.
10 Super Sandwich Recipes
From a towering turkey club to grilled pimento cheese, find some delicious inspiration for your next hand-held lunch.
11 Our State Recipes You Loved in June
Blueberry cheesecake, Atlantic Beach pie, and Calabash shrimp were among your favorite recipes in June. Find out what else made the list.
11 Our State Recipes You Loved in May
Strawberry icebox cake, sonker, and pretzel salad were among your favorite recipes in May. Find out what else made the list.