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These Southern Recipes Are So Good, You’ll Be Back for More

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Southern cuisine brings warmth and comfort to the table with rich flavors, hearty ingredients, and a sense of tradition. This collection of 20 Southern recipes highlights the best of these beloved dishes, from crispy buttermilk fried chicken to creamy crab soup and sticky glazed ribs. With recipes for both savory mains like smothered pork chops and indulgent desserts like Arkansas possum pie, these dishes deliver all the deliciousness that Southern cooking is known for. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, these recipes make it easy to enjoy authentic Southern flavors at home.

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe

Delicious Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe ready to be enjoyed
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Buttermilk fried chicken is hands down the best fried chicken recipe you’ll ever sink your teeth into! This is truly the perfect fried chicken!
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Cracker Barrel Fried Apples Recipe {Crockpot}

Cracker Barrel Fried Apples Recipe {Crockpot}
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Copycat Cracker Barrel fried apples are such a delightful side dish or dessert! These perfectly seasoned, buttery cooked apples are simply irresistible—you just can’t get enough of them!
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Baked or Barbecued Sticky Glazed Ribs

Baked or Barbecued Sticky Glazed Ribs - Erren's Kitchen
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Get ready for fall-off-the-bone deliciousness with this recipe for Sticky Glazed Ribs! Choose your weapon – oven or grill – and prepare for a finger-licking good meal that’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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Apple Fritters

Close-up of glazed apple fritters from My Favorite Recipes, showcasing a glossy, caramelized surface with visible apple chunks and a golden-brown crust.
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Indulge in fluffy, crispy Apple Fritters bursting with fresh apples, aromatic spices, and a mouthwatering apple glaze! With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up this perfect homemade treat that will delight your taste buds and warm your heart. Don’t miss out on this deliciousness!

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Creole White Beans With Chicken

Creole White Beans With Chicken
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These flavorful Creole White Beans are full of vegetables, Creole spices, and belly filling power. Make a pot on Sunday afternoon and stay full all week.
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Smothered Chicken

A close-up of a plate of smothered chicken covered in a creamy brown sauce with sliced onions, garnished with chopped herbs, and served over a bed of white rice. A fork is partially visible on the right side of the plate.
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This smothered chicken recipe is super easy to make, whether you use the stove or a slow cooker. It’s all about those tender chicken thighs swimming in a tasty gravy that’s just right for comfort food lovers!

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Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy

Scrumptious Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy photo
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Whip up the most delicious chicken fried steak at home and top it off with the creamiest gravy for a weeknight meal that will really wow everyone!
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Decadent Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

A chocolate bundt cake topped with glossy chocolate glaze, placed on a cooling rack. The rich glaze drips down the sides, highlighting the cake's moist and dense texture.
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Don’t be deceived by the name—this Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is bursting with rich chocolate flavor! It’s also the moistest cake we’ve ever created, which is why it continues to be a beloved favorite among fans!

Get The Recipe: Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

Smothered Pork Chops

A plate of mashed potatoes and pork chops smothered in mushroom gravy, served with a side of steamed broccoli, reminiscent of classic smothered pork chops.
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Weeknight dinners don’t get much better than this! These juicy pork chops practically cook themselves, bathed in a luxuriously rich caramelized onion and mushroom gravy. A quick sprinkle of melted cheese adds the finishing touch to this simple yet satisfying comfort food classic.

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Salisbury Steak

Close-up of a savory Salisbury Steak covered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy, served in a cast-iron skillet. The dish is garnished with fresh herbs, and the sauce glistens, highlighting the tender meat's juicy texture.
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Delight your family with this amazing Salisbury Steak recipe, ready in just 30 minutes! Transform your weeknights into a delicious culinary experience that everyone will love!

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Poor Man’s Burnt Ends

An overhead view of a foil tray filled with glazed and caramelized burnt ends. The meat pieces are dark and glossy, indicating a rich and flavorful sauce coating—a true testament to Southern recipes. The tray sits on a light-colored surface.
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Get ready to savor the deliciousness of Poor Man’s Burnt Ends! This recipe showcases tender chuck roast cubes, generously seasoned and smothered in mouthwatering BBQ sauce, creating a rich and flavorful dish that will have you coming back for seconds!

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Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken Pot Pie
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Enjoy comfort food at its finest with this super easy, make-ahead chicken pot pie recipe! You’ll love the juicy chicken, tender veggies, and creamy gravy, all wrapped up in a flaky, buttery crust.
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Grilled Chicken Thighs and Legs

Grilled Chicken Thighs & Legs on a serving dish
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Craving delicious grilled chicken but on a budget? Look no further! Chicken thighs and legs are a more affordable option, and this recipe delivers juicy, flavorful results with a simple marinade and a tasty sauce.

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Mississippi Pot Roast

A plate of shredded beef with pepperoncini peppers over mashed potatoes, served with a red and white checkered napkin, gold fork and spoon, and a side of bread rolls on a wooden table.
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Tender and savory, Mississippi Pot Roast turns into melt-in-your-mouth goodness after hours in the slow cooker! This beloved Southern recipe delivers comforting flavors that warm your heart and delight your taste buds.
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Grilled Corn On The Cob

Grilled corn on the cob topped with butter, salt and pepper.
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Craving summer’s sweet kiss? Look no further than grilled corn on the cob! This guide unlocks all the secrets to achieving juicy, flavorful perfection, whether you love it on or off the cob.

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Arkansas Possum Pie

A close-up of a Southern layered dessert slice on a plate. The treat features a crumbly base, creamy white layer, rich chocolate layer, and is topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
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Arkansas Possum Pie is a deliciously creamy, layered chocolate and cream cheese pie in a tasty pecan shortbread crust that’s sure to impress!

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Cream of Crab Soup

A bowl of creamy crab soup with chunks of crab meat and slices of potato, garnished with fresh herbs, served with crackers on the side.
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This creamy soup combines tender crab meat and soft potatoes, with each spoonful exploding with flavor from smoky bacon, rich seafood stock, and a hint of briny clam juice. It’s a satisfying, hearty dish that truly comforts.

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Collard Greens

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Experience the ultimate comfort and flavor with our top-rated collard greens recipe. This dish showcases tender collard greens simmered to perfection with smoked turkey legs, infusing rich, smoky notes. A harmonious blend of savory spices adds depth and warmth to every bite, elevating this classic Southern favorite to a whole new level of deliciousness.

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Easy Crab Cakes

Three Crab Cakes on a plate with lemon wedges and a fork next to it.
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This recipe lets you whip up incredible crab cakes with fresh, flavorful ingredients at home. It’s surprisingly easy – just mix it up, pan-fry it, and enjoy a customizable, restaurant-worthy meal that’ll leave you happy and satisfied.

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Crockpot Red Beans and Rice

Delicious Crockpot Red Beans and Rice ready to be enjoyed
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Crockpot Red Beans and Rice: the classic Creole dish that combines Andouille sausage and fluffy rice for a delightful flavor experience! It’s like a fun jazz band in your kitchen, playing a symphony of herbs and spices that will have your taste buds dancing!
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