Hush Puppies Recipe • Southern Corn Fritters | Club Foody

 

Besides Florida, which I’ve been to many times while living in Quebec and Ontario, the rest of the southern part of the United States is an area I would love to visit. Its warm climate, beautiful landscapes, history, legendary hospitality, music 🎶, and food sound like a fabulous destination to explore…
 
I was lucky to taste many of its foods through friends of friends I’ve met back in Toronto. Whether it was the holidays 🎄, Thanksgiving, or other events, there was a couple that was always present, bringing food from their hometowns – she was from Charleston, South Carolina, and he was from Savannah, Georgia.
 
Despite the fact that I forgot their names, I certainly remember their foods, like Sweet Potato Pie, Chicken and Dumplings 🐓, Gumbo, Oyster Stew, Pulled Pork, Country Captain, Red Rice, Hummingbird Cake, etc. Another iconic dish I tried back then was Hush Puppies!
 
These little guys are amazing! Made with a cornmeal-based batter, these savory fritters are perfect for serving as a side dish with fried or grilled fish 🐟. They also make a delicious appetizer or snack when paired with a dipping sauce.
 
The list of Southern side dishes is quite diverse. I think of Succotash, Hoppin’ John, Fried Green Tomatoes, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Casserole 🍠, and more. Somehow, though, these Hush Puppies stand out from the crowd even though Collard Greens and Baked Mac and Cheese hold the top spots.
 
The foundation of those fritters’ batter stays the same: cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt 🧂, egg, and buttermilk. What comes next is not written in stone, and this is where you can customize them to your liking or to best suit the meal or occasion.
 
I often use onions and red peppers, along with sugar, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Other times, I swap those out for crispy bacon, green onions, cheese, and hot paprika. I also like giving them a more Mexican flare by adding jalapeño and Chihuahua cheese, or Oaxaca 🧀.
 
When getting creative with your Hush Puppies, there’s one golden rule to keep in mind: always chop 🔪 your add-ins finely, just as you would for croquettes. This helps keep the batter from falling apart in the hot oil while creating a smoother, creamier texture inside.
 
It takes less than 2 minutes ⏳ to fry these fritters, flipping them once until golden brown. They pair especially well with fried or grilled fish, as well as BBQ foods. They’re also great as an appetizer or snack. With their crispy exterior, they make an excellent hors d’oeuvre for your next gathering.
 
When not serving them as a side, here’s a list of delicious complementary sauces 🥣: rémoulade, aïoli, red pepper jelly, tartar, spicy strawberry orange, ranch, blue cheese, orange sriracha, sweet chili lime, and honey mustard, just to name a few.
 
This summer, treat yourself with these delicious Southern Hush Puppies! They’re quick and easy to prepare 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳, making them a fun addition for your next backyard party. If you have leftovers, store the corn fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more tasty side dish recipes for you to try… 😀
– German Spätzle
– Ginger Garlic Bok Choy
– Best Panzanella Salad
– Sambal Green Beans
– Lemon Couscous
– Fondant Potatoes
– Jollof Rice
– Quick & Easy Sautéed Broccolini
– White Bean Purée
and for even more side dish recipes 🍟, click on this link… Recipe Category • Sides & Vegetables

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Best Tuna Sandwich Recipe • Simply Delicious! | Club Foody

 

Sandwiches…
A convenient and ultimate comfort food enjoyed by people of all ages every day. They are a global favorite. The execution may vary, but the concept remains the same. From one country to another, these handheld quick meals are the perfect grab-and-go 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️, savored at any time during the day…
 
Here are some worldwide 🌎 favorite sandwiches…
Bocadillo (Spain), Arepa (Venezuela), or Rou Jia Mo (China), Bombay Sandwich (India), Croque-monsieur (France), Cemita (Mexico), Tombik Döner (Turkey), or Gyros (Greek), Panuozzo (Italy), Montréal Smoked Meat (Canada), Katsu Sando (Japan), and the list goes on…
 
I grew up 👧 eating a few as well, such as Grilled Cheese, Guédilles aux Oeufs (Egg Hot Dog Rolls), or just the traditional Egg Salad Sandwich, Hot Chicken Sandwich, the classic Club, Sloppy Joes, Omelet Sandwich, Monte Cristo, Stuffed Baguettes, etc.
 
Besides Tuna Melt and Pain Bagnat (Pan Bagnat), which I’ve been enjoying since childhood, there are more sandwiches I have discovered throughout my life using the same type of protein. I think of Curry Tuna, Fried Tuna Burger 🍔, Tuscan Tuna Ciabatta, and Tuna Bánh Mì.
 
Another one that goes on that list is my Best Tuna Sandwich… because it is! With onions 🧅, and celery, along with seasonings, this tasty finger food is loaded with protein and omega-3. It’s super quick to prepare and can be customized to your liking.
 
I mention “customized” as it can be eaten with toasted or untoasted bread of your choice. Forget the bread and wrap it instead! Slices of tomato 🍅 and lettuce can be added to the sandwich, too. You can take it a step further and add cheese as well. Change the seasonings for others, and the same with herbs…
 
When I make this Best Tuna Sandwich (it is, trust me), I use skipjack or yellowfin tuna in water instead of the oil-packed ones, but either one is interchangeable. I like adding some freshly squeezed lemon juice 🍋 to the fish before breaking the chunks into small pieces. It brings freshness to the mixture.
 
From here, onions and celery join the party. Then come the seasonings: salt 🧂 and pepper to taste, and some smoked paprika, which can be replaced with hot paprika or cayenne pepper. If I have some on hand, I add fresh dill to it.
 
Here’s the debate of the century… Miracle Whip or Mayonnaise?
Go with what you like. For mine, I use Miracle Whip, and here are the reasons why. I love mayo, don’t get me wrong, but I prefer its counterpart as there are spices in it like mustard, paprika, and garlic 🧄. It provides another layer of flavor and is perfect for this application.

Pssst… also, Miracle Whip has fewer calories than mayo!
 
This handheld food has a gorgeous umami profile and a well-balanced texture. I prefer mine toasted so my sandwich doesn’t get soggy, but like I said earlier, use regular bread instead, or go a step further and wrap it. While I like it without cheese 🧀 (shocking!!!), nothing is stopping you from adding some.
 
This is the Best Tuna Sandwich 🐟 to enjoy anytime! It’s a delicious and healthy lunch to bring to school or work, as well as a quick, light dinner meal. This nostalgic finger food that many of us had as children and still as grown-ups will never go out of style.
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more delicious sandwich and wrap recipes for you to try… 😀
– Italian Sloppy Joes
– Italian Pesto Panini Sandwich
– Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
– Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders
– Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps
– Bison Burgers with Bourbon Onion Jam
– New England Lobster Rolls
– Philly Cheesesteak
– Hawawshi
and for even more sandwich and wrap 🥪 recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Sandwiches

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Macaroni Salad Recipe • A Summer Favorite! | Club Foody

 

Normally, summertime food is casual, nothing too fancy. There aren’t many Coq au Vin 🐓 or Beef Wellington that are served during the warmer months of the year. The food is much more relaxed, and so are the side dishes that go along with them…
 
Although there’s nothing fancy about the sides, they’re certainly always welcome. It could be Elotes • Grilled Mexican Street Corn, Israeli Salad, Lemon Couscous, Cottage Fries, Pisto Manchego, Moroccan Potato Salad, Texas Caviar, Cucumber Salad 🥒 or Greek Salad, Tabbouleh, Tex-Mex Potatoes, and so on…
 
When it comes to pasta, there’s also a favorite list of delicious side dishes, like Pasta Primavera, Pesto Pasta Salad, Greek Tuna Pasta Salad 🐟, Muffuletta Pasta Salad, Classic Pasta Salad, of course Mac and Cheese, Orzo Pasta Salad, etc., as well as this one Macaroni Salad!
 
Whether for gatherings, picnics, or potlucks, this side is always a crowd-pleaser. Rich and tangy, it has a gorgeous flavor profile, and a harmonious texture. It’s easy to make, tasty, and a great comfort food, plus it pairs with almost anything 🍔🌭. It also makes a big batch, perfect for your backyard parties.
 
I prefer making my dressing first. Although I like the taste of Miracle Whip (here we go, you’re lifting your nose! 👃), in the application, I go all mayo. There’s also yellow mustard that goes in. Can you use Dijon? Of course, both are excellent choices. Dijon is less acidic, with a more complex flavor.
 
There’s granulated sugar that is added to the dressing. Adding a little sugar balances the dressing, but adding too much can be overwhelming. Keep in mind that carrots 🥕 and red peppers are both sweet vegetables so don’t overdo it.
 
To give more personality to this ol’ classic, I add hot paprika and hot sauce. These ingredients elevate the Macaroni Salad. With the creamy dressing, they balance out the richness, giving an interesting “je ne sais quoi” to the side. I opt for Cholula, which I think suits it the best. I find Frank’s way too hot 🥵 and tangy, but like I always say – “use what you like or skip it”.
 
For the salad itself, there a beautiful combination of fresh ingredients: celery 🥬, red bell peppers, carrots, and red onions mixed in with the cooked elbow macaroni pasta. Red onion is the chosen one when it comes to salad, but even so, it can be strong. To mellow it out, here’s a great trick to do… How to Remove Bitterness from Onions.
 
I use poblano peppers instead of green peppers for this reason…
Although green peppers are safe to eat, they’re technically not fully ripe therefore, they have a more earthy and bitter taste to them. Due to higher acidity and different enzymes than the fully ripened ones, they can cause heartburn 🥺, especially when eaten raw.
 
Over the years, I developed acid reflux. Although I have medication 💊 I can take 20 minutes before eating, I don’t always remember to take it when needed. Raw green peppers’ pH level is slightly higher than its counterparts, which is enough to cause this uncomfortable physical discomfort.
 
Back to our salad…
After the ingredients are all in, the dressing is poured over and everything is tossed until nicely coated. It’s covered and transferred to the fridge for at least 1 hour ⏰. Before serving, it’s stirred once more and sprinkled with fresh chopped parsley. The leftovers can last in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.
 
Here’s a quick note I’d like to mention about food safety…
Because it’s a mayo-based (dairy-based) dressing, it should never, ever be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours, especially during hot weather 🌞. After being served, it should return immediately to the fridge. This should apply to any other recipes using the same type of dressing.
 
Without being presumptuous, this delicious Macaroni Salad is always an all-time favorite 💖! It’s the perfect casual side that everyone enjoys along with their protein. Make this colorful and delightful crowd-pleaser for your next summer BBQ, picnic, or potluck…
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more delicious summer side dish recipes for you to try… 😀
– Twice Baked Potatoes
– Moroccan Couscous Salad
– Smoky Bacon Creamed Corn
– Jicama Mango Pepper Salad
– Vegetable Medley
– Strawberry Salad
– Greek Lemon Rosemary Potatoes
– Chickpea Corn Salad
– Creamed Peas
and for even more side dish recipes, click on this link… Recipe Category • Sides & Vegetables

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Italian Sloppy Joes Recipe • Messy Guiseppe! | Club Foody

 

There are many fond memories from my childhood when it comes to food. Watching our parents make dinner together or teasing my father on Sunday mornings while he prepared breakfast 🍳 for all of us. There were also times when they had us try new dishes.
 
I had bad and good memories from eating some of their “new stuff” they made. I remember sitting for hours at the dining room table, crying and refusing to eat my French Onion Soup Gratinée – now it’s a different story… I love it 💖!
 
One dish that I clearly remember trying for the first time was Sloppy Joes! It was so tasty, but each bite, everything was falling off the bun. While my brother 🧑 was wolfing his down, I had a hard time enjoying it because it was messy where the word “sloppy” described it perfectly.
 
Here’s a thing about me…
Until my mid-thirties, I had a problem eating finger foods. Since I was a toddler, I never liked having my fingers dirty and was constantly asking my mother to wash 🧼 them. It went on like this, disliking the feeling of having dirty hands and fingers.
 
It was only until my girlfriends teased me while I was eating bruschetta with a fork and knife. At a snail’s 🐌 pace, I slowly started eating chicken wings with a pile of napkins next to me, and eventually, I was okay. To this day though, if my fingers are slightly sticky or dirty, I can get up numerous times to wash them…
 
Where were we? Yes, Sloppy Joes!
With Club Foody, not only do I get my hands dirty often when chopping 🔪 and cooking, but it also sparks my imagination and creativity. This is when, one morning, I decided to elevate this nostalgic recipe to another fabulous level of deliciousness… Italian Sloppy Joes!
 
Also known as Messy Giuseppes, this amazing comfort food 🥰 delivers bold Mediterranean flavors. With a gorgeous combination of ingredients and herbs, this popular North American dish received an incredible upgrade in the taste department!
 
From start to finish, it might take 35 minutes at the most. It’s one of those meals that can be served on weeknights as well as on weekends, or when casually entertaining your best friends! They’re also perfect for enjoying during any sporting event ⚾.
 
What takes the most time is the Bolognese sauce. To begin, the Italian sausage is started in a cold skillet before turning the heat to medium-high 🔥. As you know, there’s a lot of fat in these sausages and starting in a cold pan helps to render as much of it as possible. The rest is easy-peasy!
 
In this Italian Sloppy Joes recipe, I use mild sausage. The reason is that it gives me better control over the spices. It allows the marinara sauce 🍅 to come through without competing with the meat. Besides using my Italian seasoning, I still add some heat by using red pepper flakes.
 
Hot Italian sausage can still be used, but you risk overpowering the lovely flavor of the Bolognese sauce. If you serve this messy dish to kids 👧 or to those who are sensitive to spicy foods, the hot sausage will definitely cause a problem. You can also choose sweet Italian sausage, bridging the gap between the two.
 
I use brioche buns. Other sturdy buns can be substituted, such as ciabatta rolls, Italian hoagies, or sub rolls. The most important thing is that after the bottoms and tops are buttered 🧈, the buns need to be toasted under the broiler so they get crispy and prevent the sauce from soaking through the bread.
 
When filming 🎥, I completely forgot to show that after the buns are buttered, I sprinkle on some garlic salt on top. For toasting, I recommend setting the broiler on “Low” for 2 to 3 minutes. You can go on “High”, but in the blink of an eye, the buns can turn from golden to burnt, so be careful.
 
In my book, any sloppy joes have to be gooey so after the Bolognese sauce is spooned over the bottom buns, they need that cheesy goodness 🧀! Placing a slice of Provolone cheese wraps up these yummy sandwiches. Other types of cheese that can be great choices are Mozzarella or Fontina.
 
The bottom buns are transferred back under the broiler (still on “Low”), and baked until the cheese is melted and slightly starts to bubble. Some fresh chopped parsley is sprinkled on top, followed by the top buns, and… it’s time to enjoy them 😋!
 
This Italian Sloppy Joes recipe, also known as “Messy Giuseppes,” is the gourmet version of the classic North American Sloppy Joes. With a gorgeous, well-seasoned Bolognese sauce, this Italian-inspired twist on this comfort food elevates these sandwiches 🥪 to a delectable level of deliciousness!
Bon Appétit! 🍽
 
Here are more delicious sandwich recipes for you to try… 😀
– Easy Chicken Fajitas
– Egg Hot Dog Rolls • Guédilles aux Oeufs
– Cucumber Tea Sandwiches
– Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders
– Italian Pesto Panini Sandwich
– Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps
– Curry Chicken Salad Sandwich
– Shrimp Sliders
– New England Lobster Rolls
and for even more sandwich recipes 🥪, click on this link… Recipe Category • Sandwiches

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