Southern food is all about comfort, tradition, and bold, down-home flavors. It’s the kind of cooking that warms your heart as much as it fills your plate. This roundup celebrates the best Southern dishes just like Grandma used to make—think tender chicken and dumplings, flaky cornbread biscuits, and classic pecan pie. From crispy fried favorites to rich, buttery desserts, every bite tells a story of family gatherings, Sunday suppers, and recipes passed down through generations.. Keep scrolling—you won’t want to miss a single one!

Grandma’s Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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Grandma’s Chicken and Dumplings Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

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.
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Southern Keto 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.
Southern Keto Collard Greens Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Southern Collard Greens Recipe has a hint of maple sweetness and a punch of apple cider vinegar sourness that makes this recipe a yummy vegan way to enjoy fresh collard greens. It’s a perfect down-home southern side dish.
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Southern Creamy Chicken Salad

extra creamy chicken salad on rye bread
Southern Creamy Chicken Salad. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Rich And Nutty Pecan Pie Recipe

A pecan pie on a white plate, featuring a golden crust filled with whole pecans and a rich, glossy filling. It's set on a marble surface beside a cutting board with chopped pecans and a knife. A striped cloth and pink plate are nearby.
Rich And Nutty Pecan Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Learn how to make pecan pie without corn syrup. With just a few ingredients, you can make this corn syrup-free pecan pie recipe in no time. Simple, easy, and incredibly tasty!
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Creamy Mac and Cheese

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Creamy Mac and Cheese. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Grandma’s Cornbread Biscuits

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Grandma’s Cornbread Biscuits. Image Credit: Butter and Baggage

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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Most Famous Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich

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Most Famous Southern Pimento Cheese Sandwich. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Grandma’s Peach Cobbler Recipe

homemade peach cobbler with store pie crust
Grandma’s Peach Cobbler Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Pan-Seared Tilapia with Lemon Butter

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Pan-Seared Tilapia with Lemon Butter. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe

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Pork Ribs Dry Rub Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Buttery Southern Pound Cake

Augusta National buttery pound cake
Buttery Southern Pound Cake. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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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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Southern Lobster Corn Fritters

Lobster corn critters on a plate and spicy aioli sauce in a small bowl with lemon zest and chopped green onion.
Southern Lobster Corn Fritters. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Sweet corn and lobster make winning combination in this easy corn fritter recipe. Serve them up with a spicy aioli as an appetizer or main course.
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Baked Beans Recipe (Slow Cooker)

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Baked Beans Recipe (Slow Cooker). Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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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.
Potato Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This potato salad recipe combines tender potatoes with a creamy, sweet, and tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and mustard. Rooted in tradition, it’s a flavorful side dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or family gatherings.
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Easy-Prep BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe

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Easy-Prep BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

I’m going to teach you how to make super tender, smoky BBQ slow cooker pulled pork in under 10 minutes of prep to cooking time.
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Southern Low Country Seafood Boil (Instant Pot)

Lowcountry boil made in an instant pot crab legs potatoes and corn
Southern Low Country Seafood Boil (Instant Pot). Photo credit: Intentional Hosptiality

Hungry for a flavor-filled low country seafood boil, but find yourself short on time? This Instant Pot recipe for Southern-style low country boil needs only 10 minutes of prep time!
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Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole (Copycat Recipe)

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Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole (Copycat Recipe). Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Creamy Baked Corn Casserole Recipe

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 Baked Corn Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Baked corn casserole is perfect for potlucks and special dinners. Its creamy texture, sweet corn, and golden cheesy top make it a crowd-pleasing side dish that only requires 15 minutes of prep time.
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Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans

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Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans. 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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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.
Cherry Dump Cake. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

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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Southern Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts Easy Recipe

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Southern Instant Pot Boiled Peanuts Easy Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Instant Pot boiled peanuts in the shell are a southern snack served traditionally in a brown paper bag that has a salty and sometimes spicy delicious flavor.
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Deviled Eggs With Cream Cheese

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 With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Make the creamiest and most flavorful deviled eggs with cream cheese using this easy recipe. The rich filling combines cream cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard for a tangy and smooth result that everyone will enjoy.
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Sweet Potato Pie (Southern Classic)

A pumpkin pie with a slice removed, topped with dollops of whipped cream arranged in a circle. The crust is golden brown, and the table surface features some dessert forks nearby.
Sweet Potato Pie (Southern Classic). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Enjoy the comforting flavors of a Southern sweet potato pie, a timeless dessert that epitomizes the essence of the South. With its velvety texture and heavenly blend of warm spices, this pie is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
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Southern Pork Chops In A Cast Iron Skillet Recipe

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Southern Pork Chops In A Cast Iron Skillet Recipe. Image Credit: Butter and Baggage

It 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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35 Potluck Soups That Will Make Your Dish A Star

A bowl of creamy white chicken chili topped with shredded cheese and jalapeño slices. Surrounding the bowl are tortilla chips, a small bowl of shredded cheese, and a dish of sliced jalapeños. The background is a patterned cloth.
35 Potluck Soups That Will Make Your Dish A Star. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Potlucks are all about sharing delicious dishes and bringing people together over good food. And when it comes to crowd-pleasers, soups are a top choice—they’re warm, comforting, and perfect for feeding a group. This roundup is your ultimate guide to standout potluck soups. You’ll find everything from the comforting Chicken Gnocchi Soup to the zesty Tex-Mex Taco Soup and creamy Coconut White Bean Soup. Each recipe is easy to make, packed with bold flavors, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Don’t miss out—your next potluck star is just a scroll away. Get All The Recipes: 35 Potluck Soups That Will Make Your Dish A Star