Dolly Parton shares Southern cooking secrets and recipes

Dolly Parton shared various culinary techniques and personal recipes rooted in her Southern upbringing. Her methods for achieving specific textures include adding small amounts of dairy or carbonated water to eggs to create air pockets for a fluffier result.

For cornbread, Parton emphasized traditional Southern preparation, specifically using bacon grease, salt, and pepper in the dough, and pre-heating a cast-iron skillet to ensure a crisp crust. She also noted a unique combination for macaroni and cheese, which she prepared using butter, multiple types of cheese including Velveeta, and fried apples dusted with cinnamon.