Southern Classics

Wooden spoon lifting creamy Cranberry Pecan Slaw from a wooden bowl, topped with shredded cabbage, dried cranberries, pecans, and green onio

Cranberry Pecan Slaw

5-Star Comment I made this recipe for my bookclub. I asked my husband to try it, and he wanted me...

Fried chicken leg served on white parchment paper in a red basket.

Oven Fried Chicken (Crispy And Juicy)

5-Star Reader Comment Absolutely delicious! I have tried lots of fried chicken baked in oven recipies. This is by far...

Slow Cooker Cheese Grits topped with sautéed yellow peppers and black pepper in a blue and white bowl

Slow Cooker Cheese Grits

When it comes to grits, I’m all about the cheese - it’s what turns this Southern staple into something rich...

Baked potatoes topped with sour cream cheese bacon bits and chives ontop of a nice blue plate.

Classic Southern Vegetable Dinners That Feel Like Home

Southern Vegetable Dinners That Feel Like Home aren’t just about what’s on the plate — they’re about the memories that...

Creamy Corn Chowder in white bowl topped with bacon, corn, cilantro, and black pepper, served with bread slices

Creamy Corn Chowder

Some recipes are good, and then some are can’t-stop-thinking-about-it good. This Corn Chowder is THAT ONE. It’s hearty without weighing you down,...

Creamed squash and onions 10 in a white bowl with fresh parsley and black pepper garnish, served with a silver spoon

Southern Squash and Onions

Squash and Onions is a classic Southern dish that perfectly captures summer flavors. Tender yellow squash and sweet Vidalia onions...

Close-up of a golden peach tart 7 with caramelized pastry crust, topped with glossy peach slices and a knife with wooden handle

Simple Peach Tart Recipe (Made with Puff Pastry)

If you're looking for a dessert that delivers big on flavor without demanding hours in the kitchen, you've found it!...

Grilled sweet potatoes 5 arranged on white plate with paprika seasoning, fresh parsley garnish, and olive oil drizzle on wooden table

Grilled Sweet Potatoes

Smoky, a little spicy, and just the right amount of sweet—these grilled sweet potatoes might be my all-time favorite veggie...

Plate of golden fried squash with crispy edges and black pepper seasoning, served with creamy tan dipping sauce on white dish

Southern Fried Squash

All Southern recipes have my heart, but this one has a little piece of my soul, too! I learned how...

Crispy bacon strips and grapefruit halves with jam on a decorative plate beside black coffee and a red checkered napkin

How To Cook Bacon In The Oven

Are you ready to make bacon like a pro without the mess? Get ready for crispy, delicious bacon straight from...

Skillet Green Beans made with garlic, lemon and red pepper is the ideal side dish for any meal! Simple and ready in 15 minutes!

Garden to Table Cooking: How I Use Summer’s Freshest Produce

If you’ve got squash, okra, herbs, or cucumbers on hand, I’ve got a few simple (and seriously good) ideas to...

Golden-brown zucch squash casserole 8 in cast iron skillet with crispy breadcrumb topping and fresh yellow squash beside it

Zucchini Squash Casserole with Crispy Topping

This Squash Casserole is comfort food, through and through. Imagine tender summer squash baked in a rich, creamy sauce, all...

pickled shrimp from Southern Easter Appetizers to Make Spring Feel Special

The Ultimate Southern Pickled Shrimp

There are certain dishes that just taste like home and that capture the very essence of Southern hospitality in a...

Southern Vinegar Slaw served on a decorative plate with pink radishes, cabbage, and serving utensils on a dark wood table

Southern Vinegar Slaw

Crisp, tangy, and refreshingly light, Vinegar Slaw is the perfect side dish for barbecues, summer cookouts, and weeknight dinners. It’s...

2 grilled chicken legs drizzled with Alabama White BBQ sauce for a picnic, lunch or a cookout.

Alabama White BBQ Sauce

Alabama White BBQ Sauce is creamy and tangy with just a bit of peppery heat. This classic sauce is terrific...

Southern Chocolate Cobbler with vanilla ice cream served in a white bowl with a spoon on marble surface

Southern Chocolate Cobbler

5-Star Reader Comment Turned out beautiful! It was absolutely delicious!!!! Thank you for such a wonderful recipe.Joyce No one in...

Homemade refrigerator pickles 7 with sliced cucumbers and onions in a glass jar with brine and black pepper

Southern Refrigerator Pickles – Quick Cucumber and Onion Recipe

Simple and refreshing Cucumber and Onion Refrigerator Pickles are super easy to make and pack a flavorful, crunchy bite that's...

Baked Ranch Chicken – Sheet Pan Recipe with golden chicken breasts and purple onion wedges on a sheet pan, garnished with black pepper and f

Baked Ranch Chicken – Sheet Pan Recipe

Dinner doesn’t get much easier—or more flavorful—than this. These Sheet Pan Ranch Chicken Thighs come out of the oven with...

Waldorf Chicken Salad With Apples And Grapes served in wooden bowl with red grapes, walnuts, celery, and apples visible from above

Waldorf Chicken Salad With Apples And Grapes

When you're craving something light but full of flavor, this Waldorf Chicken Salad is the answer. It's made with everyday...

Fresh, Flavorful Salads To Brighten Up Any Meal: cucumber and tomato salad with red onion and herbs in white bowl, Pinterest pin

Fresh, Flavorful Salads To Brighten Up Any Meal

Fresh salads have a way of making any meal feel a little more special! Bring a burst of fresh flavor...

Crock Pot Southern Style Grits in black slow cooker with wooden spoon, topped with butter pat and black pepper

Crock Pot Southern Style Grits

These Crock Pot Grits are my secret to getting rich, creamy, buttery Southern-style grits on the table without hovering over...

Homemade fire crackers 8 arranged on decorative plate with gold trim, topped with red pepper flakes and black seasoning, overhead view on wo

Ranch Fire Crackers: Spicy No Bake Recipe

5-Star Reader Comment My son wanted to make something for his girlfriend’s family for Christmas. This was perfect. He mastered...

Southern Coffee Punch dessert in clear bowl topped with whipped cream piped rosettes and cinnamon, served with glasses on wooden table

Southern Coffee Punch

This Southern Coffee Punch recipe features a rich, creamy blend of coffee, ice cream, and whipped cream that feels right...

Roasted af baby potatoes 5 garnished with fresh parsley in cream bowl with gold Greek key pattern, served with spoon on dark wood table

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Ready in just 20 minutes, these ultra-crispy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any meal. And...

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