When it comes to a luncheon for the Garden Club, you obviously want everything to be just perfect.
Homemade Chicken Salad
Is it really a luncheon if you don’t have chicken salad?
Our homemade version is a real classic, and is a great recipe to have on hand.
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Everyone will appreciate the time you took to make this recipe and will taste the difference.
Million Dollar Pound Cake
Who doesn’t love a slice of pound cake to enjoy with company?
The thing that makes pound cake such a staple is that it freezes like a dream.
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These treats also last for a week in the fridge.
Make the recipe the night before, let it chill overnight and then it’s ready to go.
These, like most pralines, can keep in an airtight container for about a week.
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Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie
We’re all about frozen desserts, especially on those warm days.
Freeze these after step 2 and just pop a few in the oven before company arrives.
Tomato Aspic
This timeless tomato aspic is the perfect centerpiece for your party.
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It is also just the thing to serve with your beloved Ham and Chicken Salad.
This beloved Southern spread is a staple of the Master’s Tournament as well as our hearts.
It can be stored in your fridge for up a week.
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This recipe takes two Southern favorites and transforms them into something that is the ultimate indulgence.
you could serve with a side or carrots and cucumbers.
This dessert with a lovely, glossy layer of chocolate will become an instant hit.
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Of course, verify you have plenty of butter and jam for your guests.
Don’t forget that sprinkle of pecans!
This recipe makes six dozen Rum Balls which makes them even better!
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Zucchini Pie
A pie that looks impressive and tastes delicious.
Make up to three days ahead of time.
This recipe comes from the one and only Erin Napier’s family, which makes it even sweeter.
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Trust us on this one.
Lemon Tiramisu
A bright, lemon-filled dessert that will be the talk of your garden party.
This recipe comes together fairly quickly, but you might make up to 24 hours in advance.
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With sweet pickle relish and onion, this is the ultimate egg salad.
Just be sure to store it in the fridge!
Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad
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One ofSouthern Living’smost requested recipes of all time.
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Classic Coleslaw
Coleslaw is one of those things that a true Southerner always has on hand.
This versatile side can keep for up to five days in the fridge.
If you are making ahead, confirm to keep the sour cream and the soup separate.
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Every member of your garden club will be coming back for seconds.
Permanent Slaw
The staying power of this recipe is in the name of this dish.
The longer you keep this side around, the more delicious it becomes.
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