There's a reason hominy casserole has been a staple on Southern dinner tables for generations. This unassuming dish transforms simple pantry staples into pure comfort food magic. The secret lies in ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Venture too far out of the Southern U.S. and grits quickly disappear from restaurant menus and grocery store shelves alike, but for a ...

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Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. True grits are usually made with dried, ground ...