Welcome to Soul Food Cooking – Where Every Dish is Made with Love
Making every dish a delight, one recipe at a time!
Soul Food Cooking began as a way for me to share my passion for Authentic Soul Food and Southern-inspired comfort food with the world. This is a blog inspired by my love for great soul food and my love for sharing. What started as a YouTube channel featuring easy-to-follow video tutorials has grown into a trusted resource for home cooks who loves soul food classics, hearty family meals, and unforgettable flavors.
For over a decade I’ve been creating step-by-step recipes that make cooking so easy and fun. Whether you want crispy fried chicken, delicious cornbread, or a decadent Southern peach cobbler, you’ll find tested, reliable recipes that bring soul food right to your table.
Meet the Cook Behind the Blog
Hello! Barbara here, your anonymous YouTube cook and blogger. The star of the show is always the delicious food! While I’m a cosmetic dentist by day—and I truly love my career—I find joy in creating and sharing delicious, easy-to-follow recipes with the world. As a content creator, I strive to be helpful and engaging, guiding you through each step so you can feel confident in the kitchen. My focus is always on the food, and I understand your time is valuable. So you will get quick and easy to follow instructions for practical meals you and your family will love. I’m thrilled to bring you fresh ideas that make every meal just a little more special.
With more than 250,000 YouTube subscribers and a growing blog audience, my mission is simple:
- Share authentic soul food recipes inspired by Southern tradition.
- Offer easy-to-follow instructions so anyone can succeed in the kitchen.
- Create a space that celebrates great food, family, and culture
What You’ll Find on Soul Food Cooking
Classic Soul Food Recipes – Fried chicken, collard greens, mac and cheese, oxtails, and more.
Southern Comfort Food – Hearty dishes that bring warmth and nostalgia to your table.
Holiday & Special Occasion Meals – Perfect recipes for gatherings and celebrations.
Helpful Kitchen Guides – Seasoning tips, ingredient substitutions, and cooking calculators.
Every recipe is tested and perfected so you can cook with confidence, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home chef.
Quality You Can Taste and Trust
Trust is at the heart of what I do. Each recipe is created and tested in my own kitchen—never outsourced, never rushed. I understand that when you search for a recipe, you want one that works the first time. That’s why:
My goal is your success because great food should bring people together.
Step-by-step instructions and video tutorials are included with most recipes.
Real cooking experience is behind every dish!
Discover Incredible Culinary Delights
With over 250,000 subscribers, Soul Food Cooking is a vibrant YouTube channel that celebrates the rich flavors and comforting heritage of Soul Food and Southern cuisine. Each episode invites you to my kitchen where classic soul food dishes as well as southern and comfort foods are prepared with love and shared step by step. From golden-fried favorites to hearty stews and sweet treats, these recipes are both accessible and irresistibly delicious. Whether you’re a long-time fan of soul food or eager to discover new tastes, this channel makes every home cook feel welcome at the table. If you haven’t already, hit the subscribe button and become apart of the Soul Food Cooking Family!
Cookbook
In Soul Food Cooking The Cookbook: The Best of Soul Food Cooking, I share my favorite soul food recipes, celebrating the comforting flavors and rich heritage of Southern cuisine. Each recipe includes detailed instructions, making it easy to follow along and recreate dishes like fried chicken, collard greens, and cornbread in your own kitchen. Vivid photographs accompany every recipe to help guide you and bring these hearty, flavorful meals to life.
Soul Food Recipes:
Whether you are on my blog or YouTube Channel, there are several great recipes for you to try. From soul food, comfort food and food from around the world, there is something for everyone. If you are looking for a variety of dishes for your special gathering, weeknight dinner, game day recipes or holiday menu you will find them here.
- Many Great Holiday Recipes!
The Soul Food Cooking Blog and YouTube Channel are great resource for anyone who loves soul food or for someone wants to learn how to make it. The recipes are easy to follow with step-by-step instructions on how to make each dish come to life. I truly hope you take some time to explore my blog and please join the Soul Food Cooking family by signing up for my newsletter and to receive updates on what’s new.
Engage With Me!
I’d love to stay connected and keep the culinary creativity flowing! Please join my email list for tasty tips and event updates, follow us on social media for behind-the-scenes fun, and share our recipes with family and friends who enjoy good food as much as you do. Your support and enthusiasm mean the world, and we can’t wait to cook up more memorable meals together!
