Traditional and Contemporary Southern Recipes

Here you'll find hundreds of quick and easy, delicious recipes based on all-natural ingredients, with no preservatives.

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About SmartyPantsKitchen

I'm Anecia, a native Texan, author, cook and photographer for SmartyPantsKitchen where I'm sharing Traditional and Contemporary Southern recipes for cooks of all levels. There's nothing fancy or gourmet about my recipes-just easy, simple, delicious and memorable! Take a tour and check out delicious recipes! 

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Quick and Easy

Most of these recipes are ready in less than 30-minutes!!

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Soups, Stews & Slow-Cooker

Healthy soups and stews, including some popular Cajun and Creole gumbos!

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Sauces, Dips & Dressings

Got sauce paranoia? Here are some really easy, basic sauces you can make in no time!

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Southern Favorites

Tried and true Southern recipes anyone can make!

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