From savory slow cooker meals to crowd-pleasing appetizers and comforting classics, the most popular recipes of 2024 from A Southern Soul are a delicious reflection of what home cooks loved most this year. These tried-and-true favorites and exciting new additions showcase simple, flavorful dishes that bring family and friends together around the table!
As we wrap up 2024, I can’t help but reflect on the amazing recipes that you all have loved and made your own. From easy Crock Pot favorites to crowd-pleasing appetizers and comforting classics, this year has been filled with delicious creations straight from my kitchen to yours. Let’s look back at the recipes you couldn’t get enough of and some new ones that quickly became household favorites.
Thank You…
Before we look at the past year, I want you to know that I’m so grateful that you’ve cooked with me, shared your feedback, and made these recipes part of your meals and special moments. Your support and enthusiasm inspire me to keep creating dishes that bring joy to your table. Thank you for welcoming A Southern Soul into your kitchens—I’m so excited to continue this delicious journey together in 2025!
Recipes Y’all Couldn’t Get Enough Of…
Crock Pot Chicken Thighs
Chicken Thighs cooked in the crock pot make a mouthwatering recipe that's perfect for a busy weeknight or lazy weekends! Juicy chicken coated in a thick rich sauce flavored with garlic, honey, and soy sauce is a slow cooker hit.
Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach Artichoke Dip is rich, creamy, and super easy to make in the slow cooker. This cheesy, warm dip with swirls of fresh spinach and artichokes is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for your next party, game day celebration, or when you're entertaining.
Caprese Pasta Salad (Fresh and Easy)
This fresh and easy salad combines all the classic flavors of a Caprese Salad with pasta! Perfect for a simple family meal or when feeding a crowd this make-ahead recipe for the best Caprese Pasta Salad delivers a burst of flavor everyone will love.
Easy Crock Pot Baked Beans
Slow-Cooked, sweet and savory baked beans with brown sugar and bacon is a side dish recipe that's pure perfection! For any cookout, barbecue, or summer party, these Easy Crock Pot Baked beans will be a hit.
Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs
Hawaiian Meatballs smothered in a sweet tangy sauce with pineapple and fresh ginger are cooked low and slow in the crock pot. These succulent meatballs are a slow cooker masterpiece and are great served as an appetizer or main dish!
Easy Crock Pot Beef Roast Recipe
With just a few minutes of prep, you can make this simple slow cooker pot roast recipe with amazing results! Thanks to the crock pot, it's fall-apart, tender, flavorful, and juicy. This is comfort food done right.
Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce Recipe
Tangy, peppery, and loaded with a punch of flavor, Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce will take anything you slather it on to a whole new level! With a beautiful golden color from mustard and a slight sweetness from brown sugar and honey, this sauce takes only 10 minutes to make.
Slow Cooker Queso Beef Dip
Queso Beef Dip is creamy, cheesy, loaded with ground beef, and simple to make in the slow cooker! This velvety smooth dip with swirls of green chilies, salsa, and jalapeños is a crowd-pleasing appetizer at any party, game-day celebration, or when you're entertaining.
Best Salad For A Crowd
When it comes to feeding a crowd, salad is an excellent choice for its versatility and ease of preparation. Whether you're hosting a party, potluck, or gathering, serving up a delicious salad has something for everyone.
Slow Cooker Balsamic Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Roast
Sweet, tangy balsamic vinegar, rich brown sugar, a few herbs and spices covering a lean pork roast, all cooked low and slow for a few hours.
Trending New Favorites of 2024
This year brought some exciting new recipes that quickly became reader favorites! From crispy, golden Oven-Fried Chicken that feels like a homemade treat to Candied Jalapeños that add a sweet and spicy kick to just about anything, these dishes have been on everyone’s radar. Stuffed Baked Potatoes became the ultimate comfort food, while Easy Air Fryer Hot Dogs turned a classic into a modern quick-fix hit. And let’s not forget roast beef cheese sandwiches, which are a hearty, satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. If you haven’t tried these trending recipes yet, now’s the time to dive in!
Oven Fried Chicken (Crispy And Juicy)
Learn how to make crispy, succulent chicken in the oven, without sacrificing flavor or texture! This simple recipe for Oven Fried Chicken is a winner on busy weeknights, lazy weekends, or any time you want delicious fried chicken without a lot of work.
Candied Jalapeños Recipe (Cowboy Candy)
It doesn't matter if you call them Candied Jalapeños or Cowboy Candy, this sweet and spicy concoction is downright irresistible! With just a few ingredients, fresh jalapeños are turned into something extra special and perfect with burgers, sandwiches, salads, and appetizers or anything else that suits your fancy.
Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Creamy, stuffed baked potatoes loaded with cheese and bacon are a showstopping side dish perfect for any meal! Regular baked potatoes are turned into the BEST twice-baked, decedent, delicious potatoes and are easier to make than you think.
Easy Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Make the VERY BEST hot dogs ever in the air fryer! Cooked in less than 10 these hot dogs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and nestled in a toasted bun. This fast, easy way to serve up a family favorite treat is great whether you are feeding a couple of people or a crowd.
Roast Beef and Cheese Sandwiches
These easy-to-make sandwiches are juicy, cheesy, and loaded up with amazing flavors from leftover roast beef! Whether you're making one for lunch, trying to use up leftovers, or you're making a dozen for game day, Roast Beef and Cheese Sandwiches are a guaranteed winner!
Can You Guess the #1 Southern Favorite of 2024?
If you guessed Homemade Sausage Gravy, you’re right! This rich, and creamy Southern classic stole the show this year. Whether spooned over fluffy biscuits or enjoyed as the star of a hearty breakfast, it’s no wonder this recipe had my family coming back for seconds (and thirds!). A true taste of tradition, this dish proves that some classics never go out of style!
Homemade Sausage Gravy
Homemade Sausage Gravy ladled over warm biscuits is a classic Southern recipe that's the ultimate breakfast comfort food. This simple, delicious dish, made with just 3-ingredients, in 20-minutes is a great way to start the day and is delicious for dinner!
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