Sorghum is an ancient grain that should be in your pantry at all times. The hearty, drought-resistant cereal grain is praised for its nutty, earthy flavor and chewy texture. It's also gluten-free, ...

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When chef Josh Feathers was growing up in Tennessee, his grandmother always had a jar of sorghum syrup in the cupboard. But he never gave much thought to it, or its significance to Southern culture.

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Pork with mustard and molasses reminds me of my grandmother. Every summer, she would roast a fresh ham slathered with mustard and molasses. It was an all-day affair and the house would smell heavenly.

Sorghum syrup -- or "sorghum molasses" as it's sometimes called -- has long been a staple of certain Southern cupboards. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead) BY MICHELE KAYAL, The Associated Press When chef Josh ...