Episode 646 • • 3:14:21 - 3:16:55
646: Boundless Barbarity
Soul Food Traditions, Thanksgiving Mac and Cheese
Listener John Calvin Jones confirmed that serving macaroni and cheese at Thanksgiving is a deep-rooted tradition in African American "soul food" culture. Dating back to the 1860s in South Carolina, these recipes were often used as a cost-effective way to feed large families after church. Unlike instant versions, these traditional dishes are made from scratch with sharp cheddar and are a point of family pride.