1: Chitlins, or chitterlings, traditionally served during Thanksgiving and Christmas.

2: Originally a way to make use of leftover pig intestines, now a festive dish.

3: Symbolizing resilience and creativity in African American holiday traditions.

4: Chitlins remain a cherished part of Southern holiday celebrations.

5: The labor-intensive process of cleaning and cooking chitlins is a labor of love.

6: Many families pass down recipes and techniques for preparing chitlins.

7: Chitlins connect generations and keep cultural traditions alive.

8: Not just a food, chitlins symbolize unity and community in holiday gatherings.

9: Celebrate the season with chitlins, a tasty reminder of heritage and tradition.