When it comes to potlucks, no one shows up like the South. From creamy mac and cheese to slow-cooked pulled pork and old-school banana pudding brownies, these dishes always get second helpings—and sometimes applause. Whether you’re heading to a church supper, tailgate, or cozy fall gathering, these Southern potluck staples are made to impress, feed a crowd, and go fast. Don’t blink or you’ll miss the last slice.

Cheesy Southern Green Tomato Casserole

Cheesy Southern Green Tomato Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Green tomato casserole is a creamy, tangy Southern side layered with onions, cheese, and buttery cracker crumbs. It’s comforting, unique, and perfect for sharing at potlucks or Sunday dinners.
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Southern Crock Pot Corn on the Cob in Milk Bath

Southern Crock Pot Corn on the Cob in Milk Bath. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Slow-cooked in a milk bath, this Crock Pot Corn on the Cob is buttery, tender, and perfectly seasoned. A no-fuss side dish ideal for barbecues, picnics, or feeding a crowd.
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Crispy Southern Fried Green Tomatoes in 15 Minutes

Crispy Southern Fried Green Tomatoes in 15 Minutes. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crispy and golden, Southern fried green tomatoes are a quick, tangy appetizer made with panko and cornmeal. A comforting, crunchy classic for potlucks or casual get-togethers.
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Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls – Easy 4-Ingredient Appetizer

Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls – Easy 4-Ingredient Appetizer. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These cheesy sausage balls are made even better with pimento cheese, offering a bold, savory bite that’s perfect for brunches, game days, and church potlucks.
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Air Fryer Green Tomatoes – Crispy Southern-Style

Air Fryer Green Tomatoes – Crispy Southern-Style. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Air fryer fried green tomatoes come out crispy and golden in just 20 minutes, with a tangy flavor and crunchy coating that makes them perfect for sharing.
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Sweet & Spicy Southern Chili with BBQ Flavor

Sweet & Spicy Southern Chili with BBQ Flavor. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Southern chili combines ground beef, sausage, baked beans, and BBQ sauce for a sweet-and-spicy flavor that’s perfect for game day or cozy dinners.
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Creamy Southern Baked Corn Casserole

Creamy Southern Baked Corn Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Creamy and cheesy, baked corn casserole comes together with just 15 minutes of prep, making it a comforting and easy side dish for any special meal.
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Southern Pineapple Casserole – Sweet and Savory Classic

Southern Pineapple Casserole – Sweet and Savory Classic. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Sweet pineapple, cheddar cheese, and buttery cracker crumbs come together in this surprisingly delicious pineapple casserole—always a hit at potlucks and family gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Southern Pineapple Casserole – Sweet and Savory Classic

Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs – Southern Favorite

Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs – Southern Favorite. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cream cheese deviled eggs offer a smooth, tangy twist on a classic appetizer. Quick to make and full of flavor, they’re perfect for holidays and potlucks.
Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs – Southern Favorite

Easy Crock Pot Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix

Easy Crock Pot Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock Pot Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix is an easy, stress-free dessert with juicy peaches and a golden topping—perfect with a scoop of ice cream at your next gathering.
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Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole – Southern Style

Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole – Southern Style. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Biscuits and Gravy Casserole combines sausage, eggs, biscuits, and creamy gravy for a hearty, make-ahead breakfast perfect for feeding a crowd.
Get the Recipe: Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole – Southern Style

Creamiest, Cheesiest, Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Creamiest, Cheesiest, Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This slow cooker mac and cheese is creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting—perfect for family dinners or potlucks. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, it’s a fuss-free favorite that comes together easily. The hardest part? Just cooking the pasta!
Get the Recipe: Creamiest, Cheesiest, Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Creamy Southern Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Creamy Southern Sausage Gravy and Biscuits. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Sausage gravy and biscuits is a Southern breakfast classic that fills your kitchen with cozy aromas and your table with smiles—perfect for slow Sunday mornings.
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Corn and Lobster Fritters with a Southern Twist

Corn and Lobster Fritters with a Southern Twist. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These corn and lobster fritters are light, crispy, and served with a spicy aioli—ideal as a party appetizer or main course with a twist.
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Crock Pot Southern Green Beans with Bacon

Crock Pot Southern Green Beans with Bacon. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These Crock Pot Green Beans are slow-cooked with bacon, aromatics, and spices for a flavorful, no-fuss side that pairs well with any Southern meal.
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Classic Southern Coleslaw – Creamy and Quick

Classic Southern Coleslaw – Creamy and Quick. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Creamy and tangy with a hint of sweetness, this Southern coleslaw comes together in minutes and is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or everyday meals.
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Cast Iron Southern Cornbread – Classic Recipe

Cast Iron Southern Cornbread – Classic Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This classic Southern cornbread has a crisp edge, crumbly texture, and rich corn flavor, baked in a cast-iron skillet for old-fashioned charm.
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Southern Cornbread – Classic Recipe

Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs – Southern BBQ Flavor

Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs – Southern BBQ Flavor. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock Pot Country Style Ribs are tender, juicy, and smothered in tangy mustard BBQ sauce—easy to prep and perfect for Sunday dinners or gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs – Southern BBQ Flavor

Southern Skillet Fried Apples with Cinnamon

Southern Skillet Fried Apples with Cinnamon. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These Southern fried apples are buttery, sweet, and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve them as a cozy dessert or a comforting side.
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Slow Cooker Carolina-Style Pulled Pork Loin

Slow Cooker Carolina-Style Pulled Pork Loin. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This slow cooker pulled pork loin is tender and packed with flavor, made with a homemade mustard-honey BBQ sauce that brings a Carolina-style twist to your table. Perfect for potlucks, meal prep, or easy dinners.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Carolina-Style Pulled Pork Loin

Sweet Potato Cornbread – Moist Southern Favorite

Sweet Potato Cornbread – Moist Southern Favorite. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet potato cornbread is moist, subtly sweet, and full of Southern flavor—an easy way to add extra veggies to your meal without sacrificing taste.
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Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings – Old-Fashioned Style

Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings – Old-Fashioned Style. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock pot chicken and dumplings delivers tender chicken, veggies, and fluffy dumplings in a creamy sauce—comfort food made easy.
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Banana Pudding Brownies with Layers of Southern Flavor

Banana Pudding Brownies with Layers of Southern Flavor. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Banana Pudding Brownies layer banana bread, pudding, and vanilla wafers for a handheld treat with all the nostalgic flavors of banana pudding.
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Vegan Southern Collard Greens with Maple and Vinegar

Vegan Southern Collard Greens with Maple and Vinegar. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These Southern vegan collard greens are sweet, smoky, and tangy—made with maple syrup and vinegar for a meatless version that still delivers bold flavor.
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Pecan Pie Without Corn Syrup – Rich and Easy

Pecan Pie Without Corn Syrup – Rich and Easy. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This pecan pie skips the corn syrup but keeps all the flavor—sweet, nutty, and simple enough for anyone to master.
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Quick Bisquick Peach Cobbler – Just 10 Minutes Prep

Quick Bisquick Peach Cobbler – Just 10 Minutes Prep. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Bisquick Peach Cobbler is a warm, golden dessert made with juicy peaches and a buttery crust. Simple and perfect for quick desserts or entertaining.
Get the Recipe: Quick Bisquick Peach Cobbler – Just 10 Minutes Prep

Roasted Southern Pecans – Buttery Holiday Snack

Roasted Southern Pecans – Buttery Holiday Snack. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Roasted buttery pecans are a Southern holiday staple, filling the kitchen with rich aroma and flavor—perfect for gifting or snacking.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Southern Pecans – Buttery Holiday Snack

Creamy Macaroni Salad with Cheese – Southern Style

Creamy Macaroni Salad with Cheese – Southern Style. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This creamy Southern macaroni salad features crunchy veggies, tangy dressing, and tender pasta for a potluck-perfect side dish.
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Southern 7-Layer Salad with Creamy Dressing

Southern 7-Layer Salad with Creamy Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

7-Layer Salad is a vibrant, make-ahead favorite layered with crisp lettuce, veggies, cheese, and creamy dressing—ideal for holidays and potlucks.
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Southern Poppy Seed Chicken – Easy Casserole Recipe

Southern Poppy Seed Chicken – Easy Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Poppy Seed Chicken is a creamy, comforting casserole topped with a buttery cracker crust—easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.
Get the Recipe: Southern Poppy Seed Chicken – Easy Casserole Recipe

Spiced Carrot Sheet Cake with Buttermilk Frosting

Spiced Carrot Sheet Cake with Buttermilk Frosting. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Carrot Cake Sheet Cake is moist and spiced with a rich cream cheese frosting—easy to slice and serve, making it ideal for parties and family gatherings.
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Pecan Chess Squares – Gooey Southern Bars

Pecan Chess Squares – Gooey Southern Bars. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Chess Bars are a gooey, buttery Southern dessert with a cake-like base—simple to make and irresistible at any potluck or holiday table.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Chess Squares – Gooey Southern Bars

Homemade Pecan Fudge Brownies – Southern Style

Homemade Pecan Fudge Brownies – Southern Style. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

These Pecan Brownies blend rich chocolate with crunchy pecans for a decadent Southern twist on a classic treat—perfect for sharing.
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Creamy Dill Potato Salad – Southern Picnic Favorite

Creamy Dill Potato Salad – Southern Picnic Favorite. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

This red potato salad is creamy, herby, and balanced with a touch of dill—great for potlucks, barbecues, or casual family dinners.
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Classic Southern Macaroni Salad with Veggies

Classic Southern Macaroni Salad with Veggies. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Southern macaroni salad is creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor from fresh veggies and cheese—easy to make and perfect for entertaining.
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Easy Southern Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Onions

Easy Southern Green Bean Casserole with Crispy Onions. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

Southern green bean casserole combines tender green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and crispy onions for a nostalgic, comforting side dish.
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Possum Pie with Chocolate and Pecan Crust

Possum Pie with Chocolate and Pecan Crust. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Possum Pie is a layered Southern dessert with chocolate pudding, cream cheese, and whipped topping on a pecan crust—playful in name and rich in flavor.
Get the Recipe: Possum Pie with Chocolate and Pecan Crust

Classic 4-Ingredient Southern Deviled Eggs

Classic 4-Ingredient Southern Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Classic Deviled Eggs are smooth, tangy, and lightly spiced—an easy, elegant appetizer for any holiday or gathering.
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Classic Recipes Mom Got From Grandma That Are Our Favorites Today

Two bowls of creamy chicken pot pie soup with vegetables, each topped with three golden biscuits, sit on a wooden board next to a black and white checkered towel. A spoon rests in one bowl.
Chicken Pot Pie Soup Image Credit: Intentional Hospiality

There’s just something about a recipe that’s been handed down through generations—it hits differently. From creamy chicken and dumplings to sweet potato cornbread and Grandma’s peach cobbler, these dishes carry the flavor and the feeling.

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