Deep South Dining

As Mississippi unthaws from a historic ice storm, Malcolm and Carol are back to talk about their experience of the past couple of weeks and what they have been eating during these crazy days. For one of our host's popcorn has been on the top of that list. Also as we move through Black History Month, Martina Barksdale rejoins the show to give an update about the Culinary Clash competition. Lastly, we celebrate National Cook a Sweet Potato Day with our sweet potato queen, April McGreger.Sweet Potato Scones(Recipe courtesy of April McGreger) For the scones:¼ cup cold heavy cream¾ cup cold buttermilk1½ cups cold mashed sweet potatoes 5 cups pastry or all-purpose flour1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon kosher salt⅔ cup sugar½ teaspoon ground cardamom⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg3 sticks very cold unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest½ cup chopped crystallized gingerFor the topping:¼ cup cream¼ cup turbinado sugar⅛ teaspoon ground cardamomDirections