5 Foods You Had To Live in the South to Understand

1) Chow Chow

A pickled mixture of cabbage, peppers, green tomatoes, and other veggies, this tangy relish is a must-have at the table for many Southerners. The beauty of this dish lies in its versatility as many late season garden vegetables can be used to make it. Enjoyed on beans, hot dogs, cornbread, and many other foods, this flavor is decidedly Southern. The relish has a complicated history and enjoys surprising popularity in Pennsylvania!

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