The leaves are browning, and fall is almost here. As cooler weather embraces us, we swap out linen bedding, bring out our shearling coats, and start craving our favorite comfort foods. The cozy stretch between September and October is the ideal time to hone your cooking skills for the holiday season. Whether it’s your first year hosting Thanksgiving or your macaroni and cheese, which has seen the trash more often than the table, testing recipes ahead of time can guarantee your plates shine. Some are fortunate to have trusted generational recipes, while others need to dig a little deeper to find the right ingredients, proportions, and flavors. If you’re in the latter, don’t worry. Shuffling through hundreds of online recipes takes trial and error, but we’re here to help. We’ve rounded up six Black cooks you can follow for tasty, soulful creations beloved by millions.

 

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Toni Chapman (@themoodyfoody)

Chapman is your go-to creator and chef if you’re looking for someone who makes various cuisines, like delicious Latin Camarones al Aljillo and Jamaican beef patties. The Afro-Latina creator founded ToniCooks, a meal-delivery service in New York City, and was a producer and on-camera talent at Tasty by BuzzFeed.

 

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Keyshawn Hudson (@chefkeysh)

Chef Keysh’s recipes are bursting with so much flavor that he even created his own seasoning. From hearty lasagna soup to game-day favorite beef nachos with homemade queso, he’s got you covered. For those who appreciate functional kitchen decor, he also offers a physical cookbook featuring 100 of his best dishes.

 

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Emmanuel Duverneau (@emmanuel.duverneau)

Duverneau doesn’t just bring the good eats; he adds a touch of personality to every dish. Dancing around the kitchen, he shares hundreds of mouthwatering recipes on his page. Keeping it straightforward, he lists all the ingredients and demonstrates how to whip them together, making his content perfect for beginners.

 

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Shanika Graham-White (@orchidsnsweettea_)

Authentic to her bio, “recipes for the soul” fill Graham-White’s Instagram. Her posts deliver dishes that feel straight from your grandmother’s kitchen. In classic soul food style, she serves everything you need for a full spread, including indulgent desserts. Plus, we love that she amps up the vibes with music from Black artists and motivational speeches.

 

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Cordarrius Green (@cordandthekitchen)

When it comes to meals that will put you to sleep, look no further than Cordarrius Green, aka @cordandthekitchen. A cook who’s not afraid to smother it, sauce it, and load it up, Green makes rich, satisfying dishes that are flavorful and comforting. Smoked lamb chops are cheesecake donuts are just a few of his recipes that promise to leave you feeling warm and content.