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Recipes

These are the most-loved recipes on A Southern Soul—trusted, 5-star Southern-inspired dishes that readers come back to again and again. If you’re new here, start with these tested-and-true favorites from my own kitchen.

From everyday dinners to dishes made for sharing, these recipes celebrate Southern comfort with a fresh, modern touch.

Reader favorites include Crockpot Chicken Thighs, Southern Fried Corn, Homemade Sausage Gravy, Million Dollar Pound Cake, Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip.

The Best Christmas Brunch Recipes For Your Holiday Celebrations

The Christmas Brunch I Make Every Year Christmas morning looks different in every home, but one thing we all have...

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Crock Pot Creamy Ranch Chicken

If I Say “Ranch,” My Family Comes Running If there’s one flavor that never fails at my house, it’s ranch....

Easy Mexican Hot Chocolate: Bold Flavors in Minutes

Featured Comment This hot chocolate is so good – I love this recipe and so does my family! It’s perfect...
Chocolate pecan candy with green and red candy and white sprinkles and chopped pecans in a glass Christmas bowl.

Crock Pot Chocolate Pecan Candy

Featured Comment Who knew that making homemade candy this delicious could be so easy? I’ve made 3 batches already! Thank...
Eggnog pound cake with white icing drizzled, served on a white cake stand.

Eggnog Pound Cake

5 Star Reader Comment It was a big hit at Thanksgiving and requested again for Christmas! Joannie How This Eggnog...

Best Christmas Dips and Spreads for Holiday Parties

My Secret to Effortless Holiday Appetizers: Christmas Dips The minute December rolls around, I’m ready for a table full of...

Crock Pot Turkey Noodle Soup

5-Star Reader Comment This soup is the best way to use leftover turkey! I LOVE every one of your recipes....
Sliced Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie on cooling rack and on plate.

Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie

5 Star Reader Comment Definitely best pecan pie ever- the maple syrup gives it a richer taste than karo &...
4-Ingredient crock pot ham sliced and ready for a weeknight meal or holiday celebration.

4 Ingredient Crock Pot Ham

5 Star Reader Comment This was so delicious. I tried this recipe today and I am hooked! Only had a...
Baked mushrooms stuffed with breadcrumbs, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic and herbs then sprinkled with shopped fresh parsley are the perfect finger food for any party.

Stuffed Mushrooms with Creamy Cheese Filling

5 Star Reader Comment When it comes to making the best party food, this recipe is the one! Donya, thank...

Boursin Mashed Potatoes

How This Viral Recipe Won Me Over Every now and then, a recipe blows up on social media and makes...

Grandma’s Apple Crisp

5 Star Reader Comment This is my new apple crisp recipe! It is the best of all the recipes I...

My Southern Thanksgiving Menu (Easy And Delicious)

Where My Southern Thanksgiving Starts My Southern Thanksgiving Menu is a collection of recipes that my family has been waiting...

Whipped Ranch Dip

The Day Ricotta Met Ranch (and a star was born) I’ve always believed that a good party starts with a...

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

5 Star Reader Comment Oh my..these twice baked were delicious! My husband and the whole thing skin and all..Will be...
Wooden spoon serving crock pot creamed corn from a black crock pot.

Crock Pot Creamed Corn

5-Star Reader Comment "When ever I make one of your recipes I get rave reviews and this one did not...
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Midweek Menu Meal Plan: 11.5.25

Helping you answer the question: "What's for dinner?" This week we are making a cheesy ravioli bake with a spinach...
Grape Salad in a white bowl with a handle.

Southern Grape Salad

5 Star Reader Comment INCREDIBLE!!! Made this for the family and it disappeared. This goes beyond anything else! Cheryl B....

Easy & Irresistible Southern Thanksgiving Side Dishes

5 Star Reader Comment Thanks for the recipes! I’ve been cooking more thn usual and am in need of new...

Chocolate Chess Pie Recipe

5 Star Reader Comment I’ve made 4 of these in the last 3 days for work and family gatherings and...
Brown butter butternut squash topped with crackers and baked in a white rectangle baking dish served with a wooden spoon.

Brown Butter Butternut Squash Casserole

5-Star Reader Comment Very easy to make and delicious. New Thanksgiving side dish for sure. Thank you! Kathie My Kind...
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Midweek Menu Meal Plan: 10.29.25

Happy Halloween! This week we are having family taco night with crock pot taco meat, Mexican rice, restaurant-style pinto beans,...

The Best Thanksgiving Appetizers for Effortless Entertaining

Featured Comment This is my go-to list of the best appetizers for Thanksgiving entertaining. There’s something for everyone! Thanks, Donya....
Juicy, tender turkey breast cooked in the crock pot, sliced and ready to serve for Thanksgiving.

Easy Crock Pot Turkey Breast

5 Star Reader Comment Seriously, best turkey I have ever cooked..super moist and yummy. My go to for cooked poultry...

Apple Cider Mimosas: A Cozy Sparkling Drink for Fall & Holidays

5 Star Reader Comment Thank you, Donya, for the easy to make Mimosa recipe! Delicious! Christine A Little Sparkle Makes...
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Author Donya Mullins

Hey, there! I’m Donya and welcome to A Southern Soul. I love to cook and entertain with easy to make recipes and simple ideas that make people feel special. Read More

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Southern Christmas Showstoppers

GET THIS FREE GUIDE: Southern favorites from appetizers, to cookies, to my Christmas dinner menu.

Christmas Favorites

  • Brown Sugar Mustard Baked Ham

    Brown Sugar Mustard Baked Ham

  • Chocolate Chess Pie Recipe

    Chocolate Chess Pie Recipe

  • Crispy Phyllo cups filled with pimento cheese then topped with sweet, slightly spicy red pepper jelly makes for delicious appetizer for the holidays, game day or whenever you're entertaining!

    Pimento Cheese Bites

  • Beautifully golden and perfectly cooked Scalloped Potatoes in a casserole dish.

    Scalloped Potatoes with Creamy Cheese Sauce

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Reader Favorites

  • Crock Pot Chicken Thighs in bowl of pot with serving fork.

    The BEST Crock Pot Chicken Thighs

  • Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

  • Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery

    Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery

  • Baked Potatoes made in the Air Fryer are tender and fully on the outside with a crispy skin that makes them irresistible. Easy to make, just add your favorite toppings like butter, chives, sour cream, salt and pepper.

    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

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  • Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

  • Rich, creamy potato soup made in the crockpot is a fall favorite dish that is warm and comforting! Top it with cheese, bacon and chives just like a loaded baked potato.

    Crock Pot Potato Soup

  • Beef pot roast cooked in the crock pot with onions and seasoned perfection until tender and juicy.

    Easy Crock Pot Beef Roast (Slow Cooker Pot Roast)

  • Wooden spoon serving crock pot creamed corn from a black crock pot.

    Crock Pot Creamed Corn

  • Honey Baked Ham cooked in a sweet glaze is a copycat recipe that's easy to make and over the top delicious.

    Copycat Honey Baked Ham Recipe

  • Sliced Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie on cooling rack and on plate.

    Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie

About A Southern Soul

Here at A Southern Soul, we celebrate the essence of Southern cooking and living. This site is dedicated to providing you with delicious, easy-to-make recipes, inspiring home decor ideas, & helpful tips for daily life. Read More

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