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These are the most-loved recipes on A Southern Soul—trusted, 5-star Southern-inspired dishes that readers come back to again and again. If you’re new here, start with these tested-and-true favorites from my own kitchen.

From everyday dinners to dishes made for sharing, these recipes celebrate Southern comfort with a fresh, modern touch.

Reader favorites include Crockpot Chicken Thighs, Southern Fried Corn, Homemade Sausage Gravy, Million Dollar Pound Cake, Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip.

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Mom’s Macaroni Salad

Featured Reader Comment OMG, this was delicious! My husband is super picky about his macaroni salad (he only likes the...

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50+ Memorial Day Recipes and Menu Ideas (The Ultimate Cookout Guide)

The Cookout My Family Looks Forward to All Year Memorial Day has always felt like the real start of summer...

Easy Roasted Pork Tenderloin (Cast Iron Skillet Method)

Featured Comment I tried this last night for dinner and it was INCREDIBLE! The buttery lemony flavor with the Dan'O's...

Easy Weekend Hosting: Casual Girls’ Brunch

Featured Comment I used Donya's menu for my best friend's birthday brunch and it was absolutely perfect. Everything was made...

Green Bean and Potato Salad with Lemon Dill Vinaigrette (No Mayo)

The Potato Salad That Changed Everything I grew up on mayo potato salad. Creamy, classic, and completely at home on...
Southern Cornbread Salad layered in a glass bowl with cornbread crumbles, beans, corn, peppers, tomatoes, cheese, and creamy dressing topped

Southern Cornbread Salad

The Salad That Steals the Show Every Single Time I have never once brought this salad to a gathering and...
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Bisquick Sausage Balls

5-Star Reader Comment Best Sausage Balls we have ever had! You don't get any better than this, especially in the...
Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan with melted cheese and fresh parsley served over spaghetti on a decorative plate

Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan

5 Star Reader Comment There are lots of food blogger like this But the best food recipe ” Crock Pot...
Golden sour cream cornbread in glass baking dish with one square piece lifted on spatula, showing moist crumb texture

Sour Cream Cornbread

5 Star Featured Comment This is my new go to for cornbread! I made these for my family and they...
Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake in a metal baking pan topped with whipped cream and fresh sliced strawberries, sliced and ready to serve

Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake

The Dessert That Stopped Everyone in Their Tracks Every year, I look for a dessert that feels truly special —...
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20 High-Protein Recipes to Keep You Fueled and Nourished

I Cook for Flavor. The Protein Is Just a Bonus. I have never been someone who cooks just to get...
Balsamic chicken thighs 10 plated on white dish, topped with green onions and cracked pepper, overhead view on wooden table

Balsamic Chicken Thighs – Grilled with Honey Marinade

5-Star Reader Comment "Tried for the first time tonight! My husband and I LOVED it. Followed the recipe exactly. Perfect...
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Easy Slow Cooker Dinners for Busy Weeknights (Set It and Forget It)

5-Star Reader Comment "I made the pulled pork on a Tuesday and it was gone by Wednesday morning. My husband...
Pulled Pork piled on a round bun on a wooden cutting board served with sliced pickles and coleslaw.

6-Ingredient Crock Pot Pulled Pork

5-Star Reader Comment "I made this for a potluck and everyone raved about it! I actually made a double batch...
Pineapple poke cake slice topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes on a white plate with a fork

Pineapple Coconut Poke Cake

5 Star Reader Comment This cake was unbelievably delicious! Everyone loved it and it was not hard to make at...
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The Ultimate Masters Watch Party Menu: Easy Southern Recipes

Why The Masters Is About More Than Golf In Our House Every April, the Masters brings together the best golfers...
Strawberry Spinach Salad in a white bowl with fresh spinach, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, and crispy candied nuts

Strawberry Spinach Salad

Featured 5 Star Comment I'm not usually a fan of fruit in my salad, but this combination is absolutely delicious...
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My Easter Menu: Every Recipe You Need for the Perfect Day

"Donya, I made your entire Easter menu last year and I am not exaggerating when I say it was the...
Potato salad scooped out of a bowl with a wooden spoon.

Southern Potato Salad

5 Star Reader Comment I always made it with chopped dill pickles — that's how my mama made it and...
Sweet potatoes royale topped with a golden brown pecan streusel in a baking dish.

Sweet Potatoes Royale (Million Dollar Sweet Potatoes)

This Is Not Your Average Sweet Potato Casserole Some dishes show up on the table and you know right away...
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10 Best Easter Side Dish Recipes (Southern, Easy, and Make-Ahead)

Tested, Proven, Loved... Easter Sunday is my favorite day to set a beautiful table. There's something about the combination of...
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Easy Southern Pineapple Casserole

The Casserole Nobody Sees Coming I know pineapple casserole can raise an eyebrow if you’ve never had it before. Pineapple,...
Collection of the best strawberry recipes for spring and summer featuring fresh strawberry desserts and drinks.

Best Strawberry Recipes for Spring and Summer

How I Make the Most of Strawberry Season There’s just something about strawberry season that makes everything feel a little...
Roasted asparagus topped with grated Parmesan cheese and lemon on a white plated.

Easy Oven Roasted Asparagus

A 15-Minute Side Dish Stunner Sometimes, simple is best.  That’s definitely how I feel about asparagus.  I think those beautiful...
Ham and Cheese Quiche slice on server in glass pie dish, garnished with chives, eggs and pitcher blurred in background

Ham and Cheese Quiche

5 Star Featured Comment I made this several times over the year. This recipe is so easy and delicious and...
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    Outrageously Good Stuffed Celery

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    Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs

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  • Crock Pot Chicken Thighs in bowl of pot with serving fork.

    The BEST Crock Pot Chicken Thighs

  • Baked Potatoes made in the Air Fryer are tender and fully on the outside with a crispy skin that makes them irresistible. Easy to make, just add your favorite toppings like butter, chives, sour cream, salt and pepper.

    Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

  • Rich, creamy potato soup made in the crockpot is a fall favorite dish that is warm and comforting! Top it with cheese, bacon and chives just like a loaded baked potato.

    Crock Pot Potato Soup

  • Homemade Sausage Gravy served over hot biscuits is a breakfast made in heaven. Made with only 3 ingredients, this classic recipe is delicious, filling, and a time-honored tradition.

    Easy Southern Sausage Gravy

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