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Soul Food Catering

A delightful collection of traditional soul food dishes perfect for catering events, featuring flavors that celebrate Southern heritage.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dishes
  • 2 lbs Collard greens fresh, chopped
  • 1 lb Chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 cups Rice white or brown
Sides
  • 1 cup Cornmeal for cornbread
  • 1 cup Buttermilk for cornbread
  • 1 cup Green beans fresh or frozen
Dessert
  • 1 cup Sugar for sweet potato pie
  • 2 lbs Sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon for sweet potato pie

Method
 

Collard Greens
  1. In a large pot, sauté collard greens with olive oil, garlic, and onion until tender.
  2. Add chicken broth and simmer for 45 minutes.
Chicken Thighs
  1. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices.
  2. In a skillet, brown the chicken on both sides, then transfer to the oven and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
Cornbread
  1. Mix cornmeal, buttermilk, and eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  2. Pour into a greased baking dish and bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
Sweet Potato Pie
  1. Boil sweet potatoes until soft, then mash and mix with sugar, cinnamon, and eggs.
  2. Pour into a pie crust and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This catering menu can be adjusted based on dietary preferences and guest count.

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