From breakfast to dessert, and every Southern snack in between.

It’s time for some comfort cooking, y’all!

These are also just the thing to make ahead because they freeze (you guessed it!)

Old-Fashioned Caramel Cake

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It’s almost too pretty to eat.

kindly note that we said almost.

The creamy pinto beans are best paired with somechow chowand cornbread.

Cheese Dreams

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It’s many people’s go-to recipe for a reason, so get to it!

This dish uses kid-friendly ingredients like ground beef, noodles and cheese to make a comforting dinner.

Pear Salad

You know that Southerners have a gift for putting together dishes that never dissapoint.

Heirloom Tomato Pie in a pie pan with a server and plates around it

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Mama loved this salad, and the best part is that there’s no cooking required.

Curried Okra Shoestring Fries

Everyone will love eating their okra when it takes on a fry-like texture.

Even the die-hard okra haters can’t eat just one.

Soup Beans

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We added some pecans to give that cream cheese filling a little bit of a punch.

Creamed Chipped Beef & Toast

Thisnostalgic recipecan be served over Texas toast or buttermilk biscuits.

To get the classic cheese straw look be sure to use an old-fashioned cookie press.

Homemade Chicken Salad

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This is a dinner that keeps on giving.

Turn your leftovers into a delicious po-boy or just enjoy this dish again for dinner later in the week.

Cabbage Casserole

From a summer barbecue to Thanksgiving dinner, this nostalgic casserole belongs on your menus.

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you could also customize this versatile dish to your taste or diet.

Pineapple-Coconut Cake

Think of this decadent cake as a taste of the tropics for your cake stand.

The canned crushed pineapple filling gives this recipe a true Southern flair.

Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole

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Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

This foolproof breakfast casserole recipe is a favorite in our recipe boxes.

Just be sure to drain the sausage well so it doesn’t get too greasy.

It’s the most searched soup in the South and for good reason.

Over the Moon Chocolate Pie

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The hardest thing you have to do is caramelize the onions and they’re oh-so worth it.

It’s theCoconut-Pecan Frostingthat really puts this dessert into a league of its own.

It’s cowboy and kiddo approved.

Pear Salad on a blue plate

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And yes, that’s ham hock you see as garnish.

The light, butter croissant perfectly compliments any and all the ooey, cheese goodness you throw at it.

Shrimp and Grits Casserole

you could enjoy this Southern classic casserole at brunch or dinner.

Curried Okra Shoestring Fries

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It also comes together in just about an hour, perfect for busier weekend mornings.

Just double-check you’re stocked up on cheese!

Originally created as a “make-do dessert” this nostalgic treat is a welcome surprise all year long.

Praline-Cream Cheese King Cakes

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To make these cookies super easy, we used boxed chocolate cake mix.

It’s a no-fuss recipe that deserves all the praise.

Don’t worry, we still soak the catfish in buttermilk before breading.

Creamed Chipped Beef & Toast on a white plate with blue linen

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In this version, we use a whole chicken and barbecued pork.

It’ll quickly become the only thing you want for Christmas every year.

The gooey, sweet result speaks for itself.

Mamau’s Cheese Straws

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Oven-Baked Baby Back Ribs

Is there anything more beautiful than a rack of ribs?

We sure don’t think so.

Every minute of preparation for these ribs is worth the wait.

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This recipe requires skill, but it’s worth making at least once this year.

It’s the recipe developer Ivy Odom’s method to get a more tender crumb.

Pickled Peaches

Yes, yes, your mama made these, but you could, too!

Fried Deviled Eggs

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Sock It To Me Cake

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Classic Beef Pot Roast

cabbage casserole in a white casserole dish with plates nearby

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Watermelon Margaritas On The Rocks

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Pineapple Coconut Cake

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Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

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Southern Living Martina McBride Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup in bowls to serve

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Caramelized Onion Dip

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German Chocolate Cake with Coconut-Pecan Frosting

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Cowboy Casserole

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Cast-Iron Skillet Burgers

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Smoky Field Pea Hummus

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Croissant Breakfast Casserole

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

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Ham and Noodle Casserole

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Egg Custard Pie

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Classic Macaroni Salad with Ham

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texas sheet cake cookies

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Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup

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Crispy Catfish Tacos with Slaw

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Smoky Mountain Brunswick Stew

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Mrs. Floyd’s Divinity

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Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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Southern Skillet Cornbread

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Oven-Baked Baby Back Ribs

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Ivy’s Favorite Pound Cake

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Mini Tomato Sandwiches With Bacon Mayonnaise

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Ouida’s Chocolate Delight

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Instant Pot Mississippi Pot Roast

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Pickled Peaches

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Mississippi Chicken

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