MLK Jr.'s favorite foods included Southern staples like fried chicken, collard greens and pecan pie. Discover even more of his go-to dishes. Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! As we all think about how far we’ve come and how far we still have to go, I thought I would offer some great recipes to celebrate with! For me the best part of any holiday is the food, and I’m happy to share my best ones for you and your family to enjoy too. Martin, to his family and friends, Dr. King loved a few of the hallmark specialty recipes of the South with great reverence and grace. In no special order, he was known to enjoy as frequently as possible, a generous serving of fried chicken, stewed greens, sweet potatoes, and for dessert, a slice or two of pecan pie. Martin Luther King Day is a day for celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In honor of this important holiday, we've put together some fun food ideas for an Amazing MLK Day party! Make a delicious dish inspired by West African or Caribbean cuisine. Serve up some sweet potato fries. I’ve compiled these recipes to make a simple, delicious, healthier version of some Southern classics. Try a couple, try them all, share with friends and have a Martin Luther King celebration! Crispy Southern Oven Fried Chicken Sunday suppers at home and simple meals in restaurants give insight into the man behind the speeches. There’s a photo collection of Martin Luther King, Jr., with his family in 1964 that As we celebrate this MLK day, here are some of the delicious dishes the late Civil Rights leader enjoyed. Most Southerners love baked macaroni and cheese, and Dr. King was no exception. This comfort food is filled with cheesy goodness and often graces the family table on Sunday evenings. I’ve taken some of my favorites and streamlined them by using timesaving appliances and convenience foods. With these new quick and easy Southern recipes, even the busiest of cooks will be able to celebrate this holiday properly without spending hours in the kitchen. To showcase a true memorial to a great American thought leader and revolutionary, incorporate some southern flare into your cooking today with these Martin Luther King Jr. inspired recipes. Let’s celebrate the pursuit of happiness together by remembering Martin Luther King Jr. through his favorite recipes: fried chicken, candied sweet potatoes, and peach cobbler. Read now! Celebrate MLK Day 2025 by giving back! Join Meals from the Heartland in packaging meals to fight hunger and honor Dr. King's legacy. Volunteer at locations in West Des Moines, Des Moines, and Omaha on January 20, 2025, and make a lasting impact in your community. U.S. Hunger’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Million Meal Pack is a testament to the power of communities coming together in the spirit of service and volunteerism to make a difference through community service. In collaboration with The Orlando Mayor’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission and the Orange County MLK Initiative, we will pack [] U.S. Hunger’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Million Meal Pack is a testament to the power of communities coming together in the spirit of service and volunteerism to make a difference through community service. In collaboration with The Orlando Mayor’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission and the Orange County MLK Initiative, we will pack U.S. Hunger’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Million Meal Pack is a testament to the power of communities coming together in the spirit of service and volunteerism to make a difference through community service. In collaboration with The Orlando Mayor’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission and the Orange County MLK Initiative, we will pack DES MOINES, Iowa — Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be celebrated across the country on Monday and here in the metro, there are a variety of opportunities for people to get involved. Martin Luther King Jr. Awards Dinner. The 34th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Learning at Capital University, 1 College and Main, will occur from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday and include In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Stone Zoo will offer free admission on Monday, January 20, 2025. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at Franklin Park Zoo Franklin Park Zoo, Boston January 20. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Franklin Park Zoo will offer free admission on Monday, January 20, 2025. 55th Annual MLK Memorial Breakfast COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Meals on Wheels is calling for volunteers to step up on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 20. Lifecare Alliance, the organization behind the initiative, said BATON ROUGE, La. - Volunteer Louisiana and Feeding Louisiana, in collaboration with Louisiana Blue and Entergy Louisiana, will hold a meal packing event as part of the Million Meals for MLK The Orlando Mayor's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission is hosting its annual MLK day of Service to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. In collaboration with U.S. Hunger and the Orange County MLK Initiative, they plan to package 1 million healthy meals at the Orange County Convention Center.
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