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Party Food

Easy Southern Party Food Recipes, refreshing drinks, and decorations to help you throw a simple get-together, backyard gathering, or host a potluck for your friends. Let’s get the party started!

Reader Favorites Include: Sweet And Spicy Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies, Easy Mexican Corn Dip, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Pimento Cheese, and Spiced Pear Moscow Mule.

Pimento Cheese Sausage Dip

Featured 5 Star Comment This is so good ! Been making for a couple years now . All our friends...

Big Pigs In A Blanket (Puff Pastry + Smoked Sausage)

My “Put This Out and Watch It Disappear” Appetizer When someone says “pigs in a blanket,” I instantly think of...

Classic Southern New Year’s Day Menu

Featured Comment Thank you so much for this collection of fabulous recipes! New Year’s Day is my favorite as well,...
Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs on spoon with pineapple.

Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs

5 Star Reader Comment Awesome meatballs! A big hit at our get together and everyone wanted the recipe! Was almost...
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

5 Star Comment These were such a hit, even for my husband who claims to hate pimento cheese! My brother...

Homemade Christmas Food Gifts To Give And Share

Featured Comment Thank you so much for your gift to us all. I appreciate all of the recipes and food...
Cream cheese sausage balls served with metal skewers on a white plate with fresh parsley resting on a wooden serving board.

Best Cream Cheese Sausage Balls

5 Star Reader Comment Everyone loved them at the party then had to make more for the teenagers. Thanks for...
tiger butter bowl

Tiger Butter Fudge

5 Star Reader Comment This is quick and easy. Almost like eating a Reese’s P’nut Butter Cup! Carol The Day...

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...
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 &...

Whipped Ranch Dip

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

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....

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...
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

5-Star Reader Comment I’ll never buy a Honey-Baked Ham again. This was so easy and delicious!! Thanks for the recipe....

Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery

5-Star Reader Comment Outrageously good, all right!! Thought that even before I got it on the celery!! Thank you for...
Buffalo chicken cooked in a crock pot.

5-Ingredient Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken

5-Star Reader Comment This is wonderful. The delicious aroma lingered around our house for a good hour after dinner was...

Southern Candied Pecans

5 Star Reader Comment These are the best pecans I’ve ever tasted. I get compliments every time I bring them...

Ranch Fire Crackers: Spicy No Bake Recipe

Crunchy and full of savory flavors, Spicy Ranch Crackers are not your average snack! They are crunchy, buttery, and loaded with zesty flavor—and...

Party Cheese Ball

This classic Party Cheese Ball recipe makes you feel like a hostess hero with minimal effort! It perfectly balances sweet...
Chocolate Chips mixed with cream cheese, sugar and vanilla create a dip that tastes like a slice of bakery cheesecake! Serve with fresh fruit, pretzels, and cookies for a sweet treat everyone will love.

Easy Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Dip

This Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Dip is the ultimate no-bake dessert—rich, creamy, and loaded with mini chocolate chips! It’s a perfect...

Best Salad For A Crowd

Whether you're hosting a party, potluck, or family gathering this delicious, colorful Salad For A Crowd is loaded with flavor...

Crock Pot Corned Beef Reuben Sliders

If you love a good Reuben, you’ve got to try these Crock Pot Corned Beef Reuben Sliders! The corned beef...

How to Make the Perfect Meatball Sub at Home

Tender, homemade meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, then stuffed into a toasted bun, topped with cheese, are a...

Buffalo Wing Snack Mix

This Buffalo Wing Snack Mix is the ultimate savory, spicy, and crunchy party snack! Packed with pretzels, mixed nuts, and...
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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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Bowl of ground beef chili in a white bowl served with sour cream, sliced jalapenos and chives served with a spoon.

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  • Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

  • Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery

    Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery

  • Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs on spoon with pineapple.

    Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs

  • Slow Cooker Beef Queso Dip

    Slow Cooker Beef Queso Dip

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Reader Favorites

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

    The BEST Crock Pot Chicken Thighs

  • 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

  • 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

  • Homemade Sausage Gravy served over hot biscuits is a breakfast made in heaven. Made with only 3 ingredients, this classic recipe is delicious, filling, and a time-honored tradition.

    Homemade Sausage Gravy

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  • Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Classic Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip

  • Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole dusted with powdered sugar for serving.

    Ham and Cheese Croissant Breakfast Casserole

  • 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)

  • Ranch Fire Crackers: Spicy No Bake Recipe

    Ranch Fire Crackers: Spicy No Bake Recipe

  • Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs on spoon with pineapple.

    Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs

  • Air fryer chicken thighs in the basket of an air fryer.

    Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

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