Hosting or headed to a summer potluck? Don’t be that guest who shows up with plain chips or store-bought dip. These 16 potluck side dishes are bold, crowd-pleasing, and guaranteed to be the life of the party—just like you. From creamy deviled eggs and smoky collard greens to ultra-cheesy mac and cheese and sweet Southern fried apples, there’s something here for every craving. Scroll through the full list—you might just find your new go-to dish that steals the show at every gathering.

Deviled Eggs Recipe

A white plate with seven deviled eggs, each topped with a smooth yellow filling and garnished with small green parsley leaves. The plate sits on a soft yellow cloth.
Deviled Eggs Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to make the best cream cheese deviled eggs, rich, tangy, and ultra-smooth. A quick and easy appetizer for holidays or any gathering.
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Collard Greens Recipe

A plate of cooked greens, such as collard greens, topped with various seeds and nuts. The dish is served on a white, hexagon-patterned plate with a fork on the side. The greens appear glossy and well-seasoned.
Collard Greens Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Southern vegan collard greens are smoky, sweet, and tangy, a classic Southern side dish made with a bit of sweet heat, vinegar, and greens.
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Amish Potato Salad Recipe

A bowl of creamy potato salad with diced potatoes, topped with a sprinkle of paprika. A wooden spoon is partially visible next to the bowl.
Amish Potato Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Whip up this traditional Amish potato salad with a creamy dressing and tender potatoes. It’s the perfect side dish for potlucks.
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Mac And Cheese

Crock-Pot macaroni and cheese being scooped up with a wooden spoon
Mac And Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

My slow cooker mac and cheese recipe uses all the best things in life: butter, Velveeta, half and half, and cheddar cheese. Only 20 min. prep.
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Savory Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts

A bowl of roasted Brussels sprouts and carrots garnished with rosemary. Plates, cutlery, and a bulb of garlic are nearby on a marble surface.
Savory Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Create sweet and savory maple roasted brussel sprouts in the oven. Fresh brussel sprouts with a touch of maple syrup create a sweet and savory side dish.
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Green Beans (Southern Style)

A rectangular white plate filled with cooked green beans and pieces of bacon, placed on a checked cloth.
Green Beans (Southern Style). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Tender Southern Style Crock Pot Green Beans slow-cooked with bacon and savory seasonings for the perfect delightful side dish.
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Creamy Corn Casserole

A white ceramic dish filled with baked crab dip topped with melted cheese and garnished with chopped green herbs. A wooden spoon and a napkin sit nearby on a light surface.
Creamy Corn Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Baked corn casserole has a creamy texture, sweet corn, and golden cheesy topped side dish that only requires 15 minutes of prep time.
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Easy Zucchini Recipe

A white rectangular baking dish filled with zucchini gratin, featuring a golden-brown breadcrumb topping. The dish is placed on a green checkered cloth on a light-colored surface. The gratin appears deliciously crispy and well-baked.
Easy Zucchini Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Zucchini Casserole is an easy side dish, made with fresh zucchini, a creamy sauce, herbs, cheese, and panko breadcrumbs. Bakes in 30 minutes!
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Creamy Deviled Eggs

A plate of deviled eggs garnished with paprika. The eggs are neatly arranged in two concentric circles on a speckled grey plate. A small bowl with paprika is partially visible in the foreground, and stacked plates are in the background.
Creamy Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Classic deviled eggs are little bites of goodness that combine hard-boiled eggs, some special seasonings with mayonnaise, and yellow mustard.
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Flavorful and Savory Fried Corn

A white bowl filled with seasoned corn kernels garnished with chopped herbs is on a white surface. Surrounding it are small bowls containing more herbs and red seasoning. A striped cloth and empty white bowl with spoons are nearby.
Flavorful and Savory Fried Corn. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy fried corn recipe made with Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, and butter. A quick and flavorful side dish ready in 15 minutes, perfect for any meal!
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Perfect Side Dish Every Time Broccoli Recipe

LongHorn Steakhouse broccoli
Perfect Side Dish Every Time Broccoli Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make perfect Instant Pot broccoli in 10 minutes! Always tender florets but never too soft, that is an easy, flavorful side dish.
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Fried Apples

Sliced apples cooked in a skillet with a glossy brown cinnamon sauce, placed on a wooden board next to a red and white striped towel.
Fried Apples. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Southern-style fried apples recipe is easy to make with tart apples, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Asparagus (Crock Pot)

cooked asparagus with lemo wedges
Asparagus (Crock Pot). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

No more soggy asparagus when you make this easy Crockpot Asparagus recipe. Five minute prep, set it and forget it.
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Gouda Mac N Cheese Recipe

A slice of creamy white lasagna is served on a white plate, garnished with chopped parsley on top. The layers of pasta and cheese are visible, with a rich, melted cheese topping.
Gouda Mac N Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Gouda Mac n Cheese is fancy comfort food layered up in creamy cheezy sheets of posts that is sure to become a family favorite.
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Fresh Green Beans And Mushrooms Recipe

A plate of sautéed green beans and mushrooms garnished with three lemon wedges. The dish is served on a white marble surface with a fork and a striped napkin nearby. In the background, there's a wooden cutting board with more lemon and garlic.
Fresh Green Beans And Mushrooms Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to prepare fresh green beans and mushrooms that are crisp, not soggy, with these easy-to-follow steps and tips.
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Crispy Roasted Potatoes

Close-up of crispy roasted potatoes in a black cast iron skillet, featuring golden brown edges and a rustic appearance. The potatoes are seasoned with visible herbs, offering a savory and appetizing look.
Crispy Roasted Potatoes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

If you love your potatoes crispy, then you’re going to love Oven Roasted Potatoes. parboil them first to get them extra crispy.
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29 Bright and Juicy Fruit Recipes Made for Sunny Days

A glass dish of strawberry poke cake topped with whipped cream, fresh strawberry slices, and mint leaves. Two plates beside it each have a slice of cake adorned similarly. A pink and white striped cloth and loose strawberries decorate the scene.
29 Bright and Juicy Fruit Recipes Made for Sunny Days. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Nothing says sunshine quite like fresh, fruity desserts—and this collection of 29 fruit-packed recipes is bursting with sweet, juicy goodness from start to finish. From no-bake banana split cake and luscious cherry dump cake to tangy lemon poke cake, peach cobbler, and cool, creamy Millionaire Pie, these recipes are made for warm days, easy entertaining, and cravings that only fruity treats can fix. You’re going to want to try every single one! Get All The Recipes: 29 Bright and Juicy Fruit Recipes Made for Sunny Days