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simplegoodfood @[email protected] · 2026-04-30 · 04:01 UTC

Discovering North Alabama Chicken Stew

I’ve lived in Alabama my entire life. My parents were born here, as were their parents, and their parents, and…well, you get the picture. To put it simply, I’m about as deeply rooted as a person can be. But it wasn’t until I was researching my home state for an article a few years ago that I came across North Alabama Chicken Stew for the first time. My mother’s side of the family is from a town in North Alabama, so I asked her about the dish. It turns out her grandmother made something slightly similar, but it wasn’t quite the same as the traditional version. Since Allrecipes didn’t have a recipe at the time, my mom and I looked at a bunch of recipes and patched together our own.

It’s not an exaggeration to say it was love at first taste. Once I started researching the history of the stew through old newspaper articles and Emily Blejwas’s phenomenal book The Story of Alabama in Fourteen Foods, my 23andMe results and my mother’s maiden name (Stephenson) suddenly made a lot more sense: It originated with the Scottish-Irish pioneers who settled in the region more than 200 years ago. As my boss said, this stew literally runs through my veins.

What Is Alabama Chicken Stew?

Traditional North Alabama chicken stew is a soul-warming combination of chicken, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and corn cooked slowly in a homemade stock. More modern versions include more vegetables—such as carrots and celery—and simple seasonings like bay leaves, salt, and pepper.

The long-simmered potatoes are what makes this dish truly unique: They almost melt into the broth, serving as a natural thickener.

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simplegoodfood @[email protected] · 2026-04-29 · 04:01 UTC

Million-Dollar Chicken Casserole

Million-dollar chicken casserole is a rich and creamy combination of cooked chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, cottage cheese and cream of chicken soup. We sprinkle this chicken casserole with a buttery Ritz cracker topping to create a delightfully crunchy finish. This million-dollar chicken casserole doesn’t cost a fortune, but it does taste like a million bucks. A rich filling of chicken, cream cheese, cottage cheese and cream of chicken soup comes together in mere minutes. A sprinkling […]

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simplegoodfood @[email protected] · 2026-04-18 · 07:00 UTC

36 High-Protein Vegetarian Meals

Want to make sure you're getting enough protein in a day? Each of these high-protein vegetarian meals has at least 20 grams per serving. Once upon a time, I was a vegetarian for over eight years. It was a really fun and creative time for me in the kitchen as I whipped up all sorts of vegetarian recipes and even a few vegan ones. But I had to be mindful: I needed to eat plenty of protein to feel my best and make this diet sustainable. Luckily, it was pretty easy! Turns out, there are a lot […]

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simplegoodfood @[email protected] · 2026-03-27 · 12:00 UTC

Weekend Suppers Menu – March 28 – 29

Weekend Suppers – Menu & Prep This weekend’s suppers are all about comfort food that’s a little lighter but still cozy and satisfying. Saturday – Heart-Healthy Comfort FoodTuna Noodle CasseroleSteamed VegetablesFresh Fruit Sunday – Meatless Comfort FoodLentil Shepherd’s PieGreen SaladFresh Fruit Grocery ListEgg noodlesCanned tunaCream of mushroom soup (or homemade)Frozen peasBroccoli or green beansBrown or green lentilsOnionCarrotsMushroomsFrozen peasPotatoesMilkPlain Greek […]

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simplegoodfood @[email protected] · 2026-03-27 · 07:00 UTC

Heart Healthy Air Fryer Cookbook for Seniors

Quick & Healthy Oil-Saving Air Fryer Recipes with a 4-Week Meal Plan to Fry Smarter, Eat Cleaner, and Support Heart-Friendly Living | Full Color Edition ♥♥Full-Color Premium Printing Edition with Vibrant Color Pictures of Each Finished Meals for the Recipes♥♥ Quick & Healthy Oil-Saving Air Fryer Recipes with a 4-Week Meal Plan to Fry Smarter, Eat Cleaner, and Support Heart-Friendly Living Discover how easy it is to enjoy delicious, crispy comfort foods while keeping your heart […]

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simplegoodfood @[email protected] · 2026-03-26 · 07:00 UTC

Congestive Heart Failure Cookbook For Newly Diagnosed

Easy, No Salt Heart-Healthy Recipes To Help You Thrive, With 30-Day Meal Plan 🔺 Heart-Healthy No-Salt Recipes With 30-Day Plan for Deliciously Healthy Meals 🔺Are you or a loved one facing a new diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF)? 💔 Feeling overwhelmed, unsure of what foods are safe to eat, and worried about sticking to a heart-friendly diet? 😓 You're not alone—and this cookbook is designed to guide you through this journey with ease, confidence, and delicious meals. […]

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simplegoodfood @[email protected] · 2026-03-25 · 07:00 UTC

HEART-HEALTHY SNACKS AND APPETIZER

We’re no strangers to midday or even midnight craving. Let's be honest, who doesn’t love snacks? — I'm pretty sure we all do. But the problem is that many packaged items are treats, and not snacks like we actually see them. Treats pack in more sugar, high in salt and saturated fats; often from ultra-processed ingredients. Unfortunately, these are the very ingredients we've been advised to watch out for when it comes to heart health. “Does that mean if we want to keep a heart-healthy […]

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