Ready to relax this weekend? Let’s make it easy using some of my Southern grandma’s favorite recipes she made on the weekend. Picture yourself whipping up chicken and dumplings in your crockpot or sizzling some pork chops in a skillet. How about spreading some homemade pimento cheese or chicken salad on crackers or flipping cornbread cakes on the griddle? And we can’t forget about dessert — her easy peach cobbler is just the right mix of sweet and comforting.

Grandma’s Chicken and Dumplings Easy Hack

Homemade chicken and dumplings
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This slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe will transport you back to your grandma’s kitchen with its soft, chewy dumplings, tender chicken, and flavorful veggies, all drenched in a delectable creamy sauce. Ready to enjoy a comforting and satisfying meal?  

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Velveta Crockpot Mac and Cheese

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This crockpot mac and cheese recipe will become a family favorite. There’s nothing like the creamy, cheesy goodness of digging into a hearty helping of homemade mac and cheese. It’s especially delicious when it’s cooked in the slow cooker, mostly because it requires almost no effort. The hardest part is cooking the pasta. 

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Too Hot To Cook Southern Creamy Chicken Salad

extra creamy chicken salad on rye bread
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This chicken salad recipe is quick and easy, taking less than 15 minutes to prepare. The best part is that you can customize it to your liking with a variety of add-ins. I will provide you with some great ideas to elevate this simple recipe and create your own unique version.

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10 Minute Pan-Seared Tilapia with Lemon Butter

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Enjoy this lemon butter tilapia in a pan, which is infused with a hint of tart lemon, cilantro, and sweet, creamy butter that creates a delicious dinner for your family. The best part is, it only takes 10 minutes to make this main dish.

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Real Southern Shrimp and Grits

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Southern Shrimp and Grits are a longstanding Southern staple. Creamy grits made with milk and cheese are topped with sautéd shrimp in a flavorful sauce. An Iconic dish that’s simple to make for a fabulous weeknight dinner, or impressive enough to serve for friends.

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To Hot To Cook Outside Ribs In The Oven

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You will become a BBQ star with your friends and family. Just don’t tell them you didn’t need to light the grill! These ribs turn out perfect every time.

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Crock Pot Baked Beans With Bacon

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The best homemade slow cooker Boston baked beans are made with molasses, brown sugar, and plenty of chunks of bacon for an unforgettable flavor and perfect texture. Easily cooked in the Crock Pot, this easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and bubbles away all afternoon. Sweet, savory beans are easier than you thought, and come together perfectly every time.

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The Most Famous Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich

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Looking to recreate the iconic pimento cheese sandwiches from the Masters golf tournament concession stands? My Masters Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe is a classic copycat recipe from the famous Augusta National concession stands.

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The Secret To Making Tender BBQ Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

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Do you want to make your BBQ pork fall-off-the-bone tender? I’m going to teach you how to make super tender BBQ slow cooker pulled pork in under 10 minutes of prep to cooking time.

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Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans Recipe In Slow Cooker

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Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans Recipe In Slow Cooker – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Here is the perfect side dish for your next potluck, BBQ, or summer party – slow-cooked sweet and savory bourbon baked beans. This yummy recipe features a medley of flavors, including sweet barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, brown sugar, and a touch of your favorite bourbon. Best part, it’s super easy to make with minimal cleanup.

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Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole Copycat

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This hash brown casserole copycat recipe is made with thawed hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, onion, and cheddar cheese and can be prepared in the oven or slow cooker. It is the perfect side dish for any meal, and the whole family will love it.

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Southern Pork Chops In A Cast Iron Skillet

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t takes less than 15 minutes to create the juiciest pork chops flavored with garlic butter and herbs. Pan-seared in a skillet for a caramelized crust and dripping in an herb and garlic infused butter sauce. This is one of the easiest, and my favorite, way to cook pork chops. Use thick bone-in pork chops for the most tender and tasty dinner you’ll be making every week.

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Never Enough Of Grandma’s Cornbread Biscuits

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A Southern dinner isn’t complete without a side of cornbread or a buttery biscuit. Try these easy Buttermilk Cornbread Biscuits for the best of both worlds! They’re moist and fluffy with a great cornbread taste.

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Effortless Cherry Dump Cake

A close-up of a cherry dump cake served on a white plate with two scoops of vanilla ice cream. The cake is topped with a crumbly golden crust and shows vibrant red cherry filling. A baking dish with a partially served portion is in the background on a striped cloth.
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This sweet and creamy Cherry Dump Cake is like a fruit cobbler and cheesecake combined. The cherry pie filling is topped with rich cream cheese and soft sponge cake that turns golden brown in the oven. Finish it off with a scoop of ice cream and whipped cream for a decadent treat.

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Grandma’s Secret Hack To Her Peach Cobbler

homemade peach cobbler with store pie crust
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In this step-by-step guide for making a peach cobbler with store-bought rolled pie crust. We will discuss using fresh peaches, canned peaches, or frozen peaches when making homemade cobbler. This way, no matter the time of year or the amount of time you have to spend in the kitchen, you can have a bubbling hot peach cobbler ready to serve. 

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Buttery Southern Pound Cake Recipe

Augusta National buttery pound cake
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Looking for the perfect pound cake recipe? This Moist and Buttery Pound Cake Recipe is a classic moist Southern pound cake infused with a creamy, sweet, buttery flavor. Its soft, dense texture is absolutely perfect for soaking up fresh, juicy strawberries.

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Hummingbird Cake

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Hummingbird cake is a beautiful dessert that features the flavors of pineapple and banana for a tropical twist. A truly Southern cake that includes a can of crushed pineapple and all of its juice, which keeps the cake incredibly moist and makes it so flavorful. It’s then topped off with a cream cheese frosting.

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17 Irresistible Seafood Recipes to Spice Up Your Summer

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Jump into flavor this summer with our mouth-watering, easy seafood recipes, from creamy seafood dips and finger-licking buttery sauces to classic seafood boils that will heighten any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or a beachside picnic, these delectable recipes are sure to make a splash and leave your guests craving more. Read More Now: 17 Irresistible Seafood Recipes to Spice Up Your Summer