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Southern-Style Well-Seasoned Roast (Beef or Pork)
This Southern-style roast is slow-cooked, juicy, and seasoned to perfection—perfect for a comforting, home-cooked meal.
Southern Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken
This Southern crispy oven-baked chicken is golden, juicy, and packed with flavor—perfectly seasoned and baked to crunchy perfection.
Southern-Style Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey
Tender, flavorful, and slow-cooked to perfection, these Southern-style collard greens with smoked turkey are a must-have for any soul food feast.
Southern-Style Garlic Butter Cajun Shrimp & Grits
This Southern-style Cajun Shrimp & Grits is a bold, flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp in a garlic butter sauce over creamy, cheesy grits. A must-try seafood classic.
Classic Buttery Southern Cornbread
Golden, buttery, and baked in a cast-iron skillet, this Classic Southern Cornbread has crispy edges and a moist, tender center—perfect for any meal.
For the Grown Folks Southern Blackberry Sangria
This Southern Blackberry Sangria is rich, fruity, and perfectly balanced with a touch of fizz—ideal for warm evenings and Southern gatherings.
Southern-Style Buttered Rice
Fluffy, buttery, and full of rich flavor, this Southern-style buttered rice is the perfect side dish for any meal.
Church Picnic Classics Refreshing Southern Drink Recipes
Stay cool at your church picnic with these refreshing Southern drink recipes, including sweet tea, lemonade, and fruit punch—classic flavors for a perfect gathering.
Southern Shrimp Cocktail with Cajun Cocktail Sauce
Juicy, flavorful shrimp paired with a bold, spicy Cajun cocktail sauce—this Southern Shrimp Cocktail is a show-stopping appetizer for any occasion.
Southern Buttermilk Pound Cake
Moist, buttery, and perfectly golden, this Southern Buttermilk Pound Cake is a classic dessert that never goes out of style.
Classic Southern Deviled Eggs
Creamy, tangy, and full of flavor, these Classic Southern Deviled Eggs are the perfect appetizer for any gathering.
Classic Southern Potato Salad
Creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor, this Classic Southern Potato Salad is a must-have for cookouts, Sunday dinners, and any gathering.
Old-School Banana Pudding (The Real Deal)
Creamy, rich, and packed with layers of fresh bananas, homemade vanilla pudding, and vanilla wafers—this Old-School Banana Pudding is the ultimate Southern comfort dessert.
Big Mama’s Sweet Potato Pie
Smooth, creamy, and full of warm spices, this Classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie is a must-have for holidays and family gatherings.
Southern-Style Charcuterie Board with a Down-Home Twist
A bold, flavorful Southern-style charcuterie board featuring smoked meats, sharp cheeses, pickled okra, and cornbread crackers—perfect for entertaining with a down-home twist.
Classic Southern Peach Cobbler
Golden, buttery, and packed with sweet, juicy peaches, this Classic Southern Peach Cobbler is a must-have for any dessert table.