One of the most abundant ingredients in Claunch Cafe‘s pecan chicken salad plate is love.

Chris Claunch, owner of the Tuscumbia family restaurant, said their menu is full of recipes that have been passed down from his grandfather. And that love is reciprocated by the customers.

Here’s a look at how this simple and tasty dish is made and why it rates as one of the 100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die.

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