10 of the Best Recipes to Make at Home from the Smoky Mountains
Since more people have been home recently, they probably have been cooking more often. We know some people haven’t been able to get to the Smoky Mountains and enjoy some of their favorite recipes, so we thought we would bring them to you! Here are 10 of the best recipes to make at home from the Smoky Mountains:
The Old Mill Restaurant
The Old Mill Restaurant is one of the most popular places to eat in the Smoky Mountains. There is a grist mill on site that grinds flour, cornmeal, and other products they use in the restaurant every day. They specialize in southern food, so you’ll find all kinds of delicious foods, including fried chicken, dumplings, and meatloaf. If you can’t make it for the real meals, then you can try some of these recipes at home to make it feel like you’ve just stepped into the restaurant.
1. Old Mill Corn Chowder
One of the most popular items at the Old Mill Restaurant is their corn chowder. This is a delicious meal that will keep you cozy any time of the year.
2. Old Mill Corn Fritter
Another item that comes with every meal at the Old Mill Restaurant is the corn fritters. You can make these delicious appetizers at home with our recipe!
3. Old Mill Pecan Pie
Want to make something sweet? You can’t go wrong with the Old Mill pecan pie! It’s great any time of the year, but especially during the holidays.
4. Blueberry and Lemon Cornmeal Cake
Another dessert you can make at home is the Old Mill blueberry and lemon cornmeal cake. Your friends and family will definitely be impressed if you make this for them!
Old Mill Pottery House Cafe and Grill
Right across the street from the Old Mill Restaurant is the Old Mill Pottery House Cafe and Grill. They also use flour and cornmeal that has been ground by the grist mill, as well as freshly baked bread from their on-site bakery. Here are some of the most popular dishes you can make at home:
5. Fried Chicken Breading
Have you always wanted to know how to make amazing fried chicken at home? Learn what the chefs do to make it flavorful and crispy so you can do it at home too!
6. Shrimp and Grits
Another popular dish at the Pottery House is shrimp and grits. It’s fairly easy to make, and this dish is super flavorful!
Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen
Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen is a popular place to eat in the Smoky Mountains too. Food is served family style, so everyone chooses one or two meats and three to four sides to share with the whole table. Some of the food you’ll find there includes short ribs, fried chicken, and meatloaf. Sides include poppy seed salad, baked mac and cheese, and broccoli casserole.
7. Paula Deen’s Classic Biscuits
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to make homemade biscuits, this is a great recipe to try. These fluffy biscuits are great by themselves, served with jelly and butter, or covered in homemade gravy.
Ole Red Restaurant
Ole Red Restaurant in Gatlinburg has a ton of comfort food you’ll miss when you’re at home. They have burgers, sandwiches, and, of course, fried chicken! Plus, you’ll find live music and other entertainment while you’re at this restaurant.
8. Champagne of Chicken
Champagne of chicken from the Old Red Restaurant isn’t just any fried chicken. You’ll add all kinds of flavorful seasonings to get an amazing bite, as well as a few beers!
Dollywood
Dollywood is known not only for its rides but also for its incredible food. There are restaurants with southern food, tangy barbecue, and great sandwiches. The meals aren’t the only amazing food you’ll find. You’ll find all kinds of great snacks and sweets too! The most popular sweet treat is the cinnamon bread from the Grist Mill.
9. Cinnamon Bread
We know you hate to miss out on Dollywood’s cinnamon bread, so why not give in to your craving by making this amazing dessert at home! You’ll feel like you just walked out of the Grist Mill when you have a bite!
Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant
The Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant is located in the Apple Barn Village in Sevierville. They also serve all kinds of southern food, from fried pork chops to homemade meatloaf. This restaurant was so popular, they had to open a second location called the Applewood Farmhouse Grille.
10. Apple Barn Julep
There is an apple orchard on site at the Apple Barn, so anything with apples in it from the restaurant is fresh and delicious. With every meal, you get apple fritters, apple butter, apple cinnamon muffins, and apple julep. Find out how to make their signature drink at home!
You don’t want to miss out trying these recipes from the Smoky Mountains at home. They will hold you over until the next time you’re in the Smokies! Look through these other Smoky Mountain restaurants so you have an idea of where you want to go on your trip!
