Round Ups & Recipe Collections

Discover the best of A Southern Soul all in one place! Here you’ll find carefully curated collections of my favorite recipes, cooking tips, and seasonal ideas—perfect for when you need inspiration fast. Whether you’re planning a holiday menu, stocking up on game day snacks, or looking for easy weeknight dinners, these round-ups gather tried-and-true favorites.

Glass bowl of creamy elbow macaroni salad with ham, celery, and parsley garnish, wooden spoon visible, Pinterest pin for POTLUCK 2026

The Best Potluck Recipes Everyone Loves

Covered Dish Suppers Are My Love Language I grew up calling them covered dish suppers. You might call them potlucks....

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Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes (30+ Ideas to Make Her Day)

The Brunch That Says Everything Words Can't Mother's Day has always felt like the most personal holiday to me. More...

Shredded pulled pork with lime wedges in white bowl, Pinterest pin for 20 High-Protein Recipes to Keep You Fueled and Nourished

20 High-Protein Recipes to Keep You Fueled and Nourished

I Cook for Flavor. The Protein Is Just a Bonus. I have never been someone who cooks just to get...

Glazed meatballs in slow cooker with green onion garnish, CROCK POT ROUND UP 2026 Pinterest pin for easy weeknight dinners

Easy Slow Cooker Dinners for Busy Weeknights (Set It and Forget It)

5-Star Reader Comment "I made the pulled pork on a Tuesday and it was gone by Wednesday morning. My husband...

The Ultimate Masters Watch Party Menu: Easy Southern Recipes Pinterest pin showing pimento cheese dip in white bowl with crackers, Pinterest

The Ultimate Masters Watch Party Menu: Easy Southern Recipes

Why The Masters Is About More Than Golf In Our House Every April, the Masters brings together the best golfers...

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My Easter Menu: Every Recipe You Need for the Perfect Day

"Donya, I made your entire Easter menu last year and I am not exaggerating when I say it was the...

Pinterest pin for 10 best Southern Easter side dish recipes

10 Best Easter Side Dish Recipes (Southern, Easy, and Make-Ahead)

Tested, Proven, Loved... Easter Sunday is my favorite day to set a beautiful table. There's something about the combination of...

Collection of the best strawberry recipes for spring and summer featuring fresh strawberry desserts and drinks.

Best Strawberry Recipes for Spring and Summer

How I Make the Most of Strawberry Season There’s just something about strawberry season that makes everything feel a little...

Five amazing Easter ham recipes featuring glazed, baked, and slow cooker ham options for brunch and dinner.

5 Amazing Easter Ham Recipes for Brunch, Dinner, and Leftovers

Why Ham Always Has a Place at My Table In my family, we have several traditions for family gatherings, and...

Ultimate Easter brunch recipe collection featuring Southern breakfast casseroles, ham, deviled eggs, and spring sides.

Ultimate Easter Brunch Recipe Collection

Let's Brunch, Y'all! Easter morning is a hectic time with lots of excitement! That's why it's crucial to plan your...

Southern Easter appetizers collection featuring deviled eggs, stuffed celery, dips, and finger foods for spring entertaining.

Southern Easter Appetizers to Make Spring Feel Special

How Easter at My House Really Starts Easter at my house usually starts the same way: the front door swings...

Easy Recipes For A Saint Patrick's Day Celebration: Creamy mashed potatoes with bacon and cheese in white bowl, garnished with parsley, Pint

Easy Recipes For A Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration

Double the Luck: St. Patrick’s Day and a Birthday At our house, St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just about wearing green...

Sheet Pan Brats and Potatoes on a metal sheet pan.

My Favorite Sheet Pan Recipes: Easy Dinners with Big Payoff

Easy Dinners That Make Life Simpler Sheet pan cooking is one of my favorite ways to get a good dinner...

SUPER BOWL 2026 party queso dip in slow cooker with jalapeños and cilantro garnish Pinterest pin

Super Bowl Party Guide: Easy Menu Ideas + Hosting Tips

The Game Day Tradition I Look Forward To Every Year Super Bowl Sunday is one of my favorite days to...

Pinterest pin featuring cornbread muffins and bowl of chili for A Southern Soul's Top Recipes of 2025 + A Look Ahead

A Southern Soul’s Top Recipes of 2025 + A Look Ahead

The Year We Cooked Together If there’s one thing I never want to get used to, it’s this: you letting...

Classic Southern New Year's Day Menu Recipes Pinterest pin showing black-eyed peas in blue and white bowl with fresh parsley garnish

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,...

Sliced honey-glazed ham with mustard crust and pineapple garnish, Christmas Dinner Hosting Guide Pinterest pin

Christmas Dinner Hosting Guide

"Christmas dinner is one of those meals that means something" ...and I want you to enjoy it, not spend the...

Sliced spiced cake with white glaze drizzle and fresh cranberries on wooden board, Homemade Christmas Food Gifts To Give And Share Pinterest

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...

Baked breakfast casserole with bacon and cheese in white dish, orange slices and striped napkin beside it, Pinterest pin for CHRISTMAS BRUNC

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...

Best Christmas Dips and Spreads for Holiday Parties Pinterest pin showing creamy dip in wooden bowl surrounded by colorful vegetable crudité

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...

Sliced honey mustard glazed ham with golden crust on white plate, My Southern Thanksgiving Menu Pinterest pin with lemon garnish and blurred

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...

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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...

The Best Thanksgiving Appetizers for Effortless Entertaining: cheese and pimiento puff pastry bites garnished with chives on wooden surface,

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....

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Cozy Crock Pot Soup Recipes for Easy, Comforting Meals

There’s Just Something About a Pot of Soup… There’s just something about a simmering crock pot on the counter that...

Crock Pot Ham And Potato Soup is full of vegetables and the perfect comfort food served with warm bread on a chilly night.

Best Soup Recipes for Fall and Winter

Soup’s On! My Favorite Way to Feel Warm and Cozy When the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, I...

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