Chicken and dressing, chicken gravy, greens, mac and cheese, deviled eggs, ham, sweet potatoes and dinner roll

Instructions:

1. Make the Roux: In a saucepan, heat drippings over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
2. Add Broth: Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring continuously until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Collard Greens

Ingredients:

• 1 pound collard greens, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Onion: In a large pot, sauté the onion until translucent.
2. Cook the Greens: Add collard greens and chicken broth. Simmer for about 30-40 minutes until tender. Stir in vinegar and season with salt and pepper.

4. Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Macaroni: Boil macaroni until al dente, then drain.
2. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually stir in milk, cooking until thick. Add cheese, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
3. Combine: Mix macaroni with cheese sauce and transfer to a baking dish. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.

5. Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Paprika for garnish

Instructions:

1. Boil Eggs: Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, and boil for 10-12 minutes. Cool in cold water and peel.
2. Make Filling: Slice eggs in half, remove yolks, and mash with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper. Fill egg whites with the mixture and sprinkle with paprika.

6. Honey Baked Ham

Ingredients:

• 1 fully cooked ham (about 5-7 pounds)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ham: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern.
2. Make the Glaze: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, honey, and Dijon mustard.
3. Bake: Brush glaze over the ham and bake for about 1.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes, until heated through.

7. Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Bake the Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake for about 45 minutes until tender.
2. Make the Topping: Mix butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Once the potatoes are cooked, slice them open and top with the mixture.

8. Dinner Rolls

Ingredients:

• 1 package frozen dinner rolls (or homemade recipe)
• 1/4 cup melted butter

Instructions:

1. Prepare Rolls: Follow package instructions to thaw and rise the rolls.
2. Bake: Brush with melted butter and bake according to package directions until golden brown.

Putting It All Together

Once all the components are prepared, plate your meal beautifully. Serve the chicken and dressing topped with chicken gravy alongside the collard greens, mac and cheese, deviled eggs, honey-baked ham, sweet potatoes, and fluffy dinner rolls.

Conclusion

This Chicken and Dressing meal with its Southern sides is more than just food; it’s an experience that brings warmth and joy to any table. Perfect for gatherings, holidays, or Sunday dinners, each bite delivers nostalgia and comfort that only homemade cooking can provide. Gather your loved ones, serve this feast, and enjoy the smiles and satisfied bellies that follow!