Aretha Franklin gravitated toward soulful dishes that were deeply rooted in Southern tradition, with one old-school classic standing out as her favorite.

Chitlins (short for chitterlings) and tripas are both types of intestine-based dishes. However, they have different cultural origins, different cooking and preparation methods, and, in some instances, ...

If someone dared you to eat cooked hog intestines, would you accept the challenge? Well, chitlins (or chitterlings) are just that: the intestines of a pig that are boiled or fried in spices and ...

Hog guts, anyone? Love ‘em or hate ‘em, you can’t deny that chitlins have a flavor and flair that’s all their own. Here’s what you need to know about the divisive Southern staple: Chitlins (or ...