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Southern cuisine is beloved for its bold flavors and deep cultural roots. Whether it’s shared at barbecues, potlucks, or family dinners, these comforting dishes bring people together. If you’re craving Southern-inspired meals but are short on time, these 25 easy recipes—from pineapple casserole to country ribs to fried okra—offer satisfying flavors without the hours in the kitchen.
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Southern Collard Greens
Cooking with Shelia
"This recipes turns our collards as good as my grandmother's," says reviewer PNLewis. "I have cooked collards according to this recipe several times and always get rave reviews."
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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
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"An easy crockpot chicken and dumplings recipe for a filling, comforting meal on a cold, snowy day," says Allrecipes member Janiece Mason. "I have four children who are picky eaters, and they love this!"
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Mississippi Chicken Recipe
Photographer: Grant Webster / Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly / Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
"Wow! This recipe is absolutely amazing, and it turned out perfect," says one reviewer. "The flavors are well-balanced, and the instructions were so easy to follow."
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Southern Fried Apples
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"These fried apples are a delicious way to sweeten breakfast—or any meal," say Allrecipes member lscrisp. "I love cinnamon but feel free to use less."
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Fried Okra
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"Crispy fried okra are a simple Southern classic," says Allrecipes member Linda Martin. "Fresh okra pods are sliced and coated in seasoned cornmeal, then fried until golden and delicious!"
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Simple Country Ribs
Marc Miller
"What a great rib recipe! I made these for our first BBQ of the summer and they were a real hit," says reviewer Skyflyer. "We too used some beer in the boiling as some others suggested and they turned out really well. I will be making these again for sure!"
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Frogmore Stew
"This Frogmore stew can be adjusted to serve any number. I've used this recipe for over 20 years since I moved to South Carolina," says Allrecipes member Shirley. "Allow two tablespoons of seasoning per quart of water. If you cannot find hot smoked sausage, use another smoked sausage, such as kielbasa, and add crushed hot red pepper to the pot."
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Southern Tomato Sandwich
Allrecipes/Preethi Venkatram
“Tastes like summer! Room temperature tomatoes are key here and once the salt and pepper hit them, the juices start flowing,” says culinary producer Nicole McLaughlin. “When the juicy tomatoes blend in with the mayonnaise, it makes a delicious, creamy, slightly tangy, and flavorful sauce. The bread becomes slightly soggy, in the best way possible. The last bite is even better than the first!”
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Breakfast Grits
Brie Goldman / Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman / Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
"I make grits all the time but found out that using Velveeta cheese is way better than using cheddar cheese," says reviewer MAMAEM. "You can put anything in grits, even some salsa, veggies, salmon…almost anything. This is a real southern dish that will warm you up!"
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Texas Ranch Potato Salad
"This is not your usual mustard mayo potato salad," says Allrecipes member 8BREAK. "These potatoes are slathered in a rich ranch dressing and bacon pieces. My family and friends love this Texas ranch potato salad! It is requested at every cook-out."
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Stewed Tomatoes (Gobbledygook)
JDemers
"This is what we called 'Gobbledygook' when we were kids," says Allrecipes member Clotho98. "It's actually a Southern version of very sweet, stewed tomatoes. It isn't the most attractive dish in the world, but it's delicious."
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Instant Pot Southern Cabbage
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"This Instant Pot cabbage recipe can be served with cornbread or as a side dish to your favorite meal," says Allrecipes member EyeSpy. "Preparing cabbage in a pressure cooker preserves most nutrients and produces a sweet yet savory dish. This recipe is quick, flavorful, and easy!"
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Georgia Cracker Salad
"This is phenomenal! Who knew??? I mixed everything except the crackers ahead of time," says reviewer lisa. "Crushed and added the crackers as we were lining up to eat. We loved it so much I'm making it for another get-together this weekend!"
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Daddy K's Corn Boiled in Milk
"Corn boiled in milk makes the sweetest and most tender corn on the cob," says Allrecipes member KornDog. "Serve with salt, black pepper, and butter. This is a great method for serving a crowd."
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Killed Lettuce and Onion
"My mom's killed lettuce recipe is very simple and basic," says Allrecipes member shann. "Growing up in the North Carolina mountains, everyone knew what killed lettuce was and how to fix it. In the South, it is usually served with pinto beans and cornbread."
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Best Soup This Side Of The Mississippi
"Very good. I love to cook soups and can them but this one didn't make it to the canner," says reviewer Ann Philbeck. "We ate it all. I added hot sauce to my bowls of soup."
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Southern Baked Beans
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“Southern baked beans are the perfect side for pulled pork or ribs,” says recipe tester and developer Kathryn Hendrix. “They are easy to make and loved by all.”
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Creamy Pimento Cheese
"My favorite pimento cheese recipe. My Husband loves this every time I make it," says reviewer Steve-Carye Miller. "Very easy to make and the secret is whipping the cream cheese and mayo first. It is a very light, creamy recipe that is wonderful on soft white bread or with crackers as a dip."
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Skillet Cornbread
LaDonna Longwell
"This skillet cornbread tastes great! It's slightly sweet and a good base recipe to experiment with," says Allrecipes member mjgreenaway. "Cast iron skillets are versatile. They take a little bit of time to warm up but preheating the skillet allows the cornbread to cook more evenly."
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Accidental Fish
"This accidental fish recipe is one of my family's favorite fish recipes for Southern-style cooking," says Allrecipes member Islandwatergirl. "Serve this dish over rice. Steamed vegetables go great with it."
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Pineapple Casserole
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"This pineapple casserole is a Southern staple. I serve it at all my cookouts and it's always a favorite," says Allrecipes member bex. "It's my grandmother's recipe that she used to make every Easter. She's not happy when my extended family calls this 'my' recipe, but I always give her credit!"
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Traditional Appalachian Spoon Bread
"Creamy and comforting side dish that goes well with a hearty beef stew or winter-time soup," says Allrecipes member GagesMom2. "My grandfather made this and shared his recipe with me. Dish out with a spoon and serve with plenty of real butter."
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Grandma Oma's Pickled Okra
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"These were easy and fast and a great way to save summer okra," says reviewer CAJUNSGIRL. "The only thing I did differently was add one whole clove of garlic but they came out fabulous!"
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North Carolina Pulled Pork
"I got this pulled pork recipe from a North Carolina native, and it is the best," says Allrecipes member skibunny2k. "it is pretty much foolproof and is made in a slow cooker."
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Mama's Texas-Style Peach Cobbler
"Mama's Texas-style peach cobbler is a very traditional Southern comfort food—always cooked in a big bowl," says Allrecipes member aloha2utina. "My grandmother passed down her 'cobbler bowl' to me that she got from her grandmother."
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