Though its nickname is the Bluegrass State, Kentucky is most famous for its horse racing and itsbourbon.

Fittingly, some of the most famous Kentucky recipes revolve around the two.

Time to shine those silver julep cups, y’all!

Kentucky Bourbon Pie

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Benedictine Spread

Jennie Carter Benedict, a famous Kentucky restauranteur, created this recipe.

Bourbon, chocolate, and pecans meet in this layered delight that has only five-star reviews to its name.

Mint Julep

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It’s not the Derby without it!

benedictine spread dip

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Kentucky’s famous liquor of choice is the star of the show in this quintessential cocktail.

Both are requirements, y’all!

Kentucky Beer Cheese

Benedictine spread isn’t the only famous dip from Kentucky.

Harry Young’s Burgoo

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Test Kitchen Pro Ivy Odom developed this version of the classic Kentucky Benedictine Spread.

My mocktail version is served frozen and gussied up with garnishes as flashy as those sensational hats."

Just be sure to set aside time for it to cool completely before diving in.

mint julep

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This Kentucky Derby Cheese Hat is the most adorable appetizer you could serve your guests.

Plus, it genuinely couldn’t get easier.

The glaze absorbs into the tender sponge, for an ultra-moist cake with lots of rich butter flavor.

kentucky beer cheese

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We brought all the mint julep flavors to these rich, fudgy, bourbon-forward brownies.

Plus, the chocolate ganache topping has just a touch of fresh mint flavor.

Bourbon Balls

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Southern Living Kentucky Derby Oaks Lily cocktail

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Kentucky Hot Brown Casserole

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Kentucky Benedictine Sandwiches

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Black-Eyed Susan Slushies

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Kentucky Slow-Cooker Burgoo

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Chocolate-Bourbon Pecan Pie

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Kentucky Derby Cheese Hat - Southern Living

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Hot Brown Party Rolls

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Transparent Pie with Whipped Creme Fraiche and Sugared Cranberries

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Southern Living Bourbon Ice Cream in a bowl to serve

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Southern Living Louisville Rolled Oysters fried and in a basket to serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges

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Southern Living Kentucky Butter Cake on a platter to serve with a serving cut out

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Southern Living Seelbach Cocktail in glasses to serve

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Southern Living Bourbon Basil Smash

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Southern Living Bourbon Mule in copper mugs to serve

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Southern Living Mint Julep Brownies sliced and ready to serve

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Southern Living Bourbon-Pineapple Slush in a glass to serve garnished with fresh pineapple

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