Make These Classic Southern Recipes Tonight
May 20, 2025
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Southern recipes know how to bring the comfort, and this collection doesn’t hold back. From Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Crab Gravy to Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake, these dishes blend tradition, bold flavor, and just the right amount of indulgence. You’ll find flaky Easy 3 Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits, crispy Fried Okra, and Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie that tastes like it came straight from Grandma’s kitchen. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or treating yourself, these Southern recipes deliver the goods.
Table of Contents
- Easy Cinnamon Rolls
- Easy 3 Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits
- Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie
- Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Crab Gravy
- Pineapple Cake (Lighter and Full Fat Version)
- Butter Beans
- How To Make the Best Damn Wagyu Meatloaf
- Fried Okra
- Garlic Butter Shrimp with Pimento Cheese Grits
- Butter Pecan Cookies
- Green Bean Casserole
- Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake
- Coconut Bacon Collard Greens (15 minutes!)
- Southern Deviled Eggs
Easy Cinnamon Rolls
Puff pastry rolled with cinnamon brown sugar butter filling is baked and covered with a delicious decadent frosting.
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Easy 3 Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits
Start with this no-fail Southern recipe for 3-Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits—just butter, self-rising flour, and buttermilk for fluffy, golden biscuits full of down-home comfort.
GET THE RECIPE: Homemade Biscuits
Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie
Sweet Potato Pie is a classic Southern dessert with warm fall spices and a rich, creamy filling, all nestled in a flaky, buttery crust—perfect for holidays or Sunday supper.
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Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Crab Gravy
Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Crab Gravy is Southern comfort at its finest—plump shrimp over creamy, cheesy grits, finished with spiced crab gravy and green onions for a rich, unforgettable dish.
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Pineapple Cake (Lighter and Full Fat Version)
This Easy Pineapple Sheet Cake is moist, tender, and packed with sweet pineapple, molasses flavor, and warm spice—perfect for potlucks, snacks, or sunny-day picnics.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Cake (Lighter and Full Fat Version)
Butter Beans
These Southern Butter Beans are slow-simmered in broth, spices, and liquid smoke until thick, creamy, and full of soul-soothing flavor—true Southern comfort in a pot.
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How To Make the Best Damn Wagyu Meatloaf
Made with rich, tender Wagyu beef and topped with a savory glaze, this elevated meatloaf transforms a classic comfort dish into something truly memorable.
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Fried Okra
Southern Fried Okra fries up golden brown and irresistibly crunchy—simple, classic, and easily one of the best ways to enjoy fresh okra.
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Garlic Butter Shrimp with Pimento Cheese Grits
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Grits brings Southern comfort to the next level with rich garlic butter shrimp over creamy stone-ground grits—perfect for brunch or a cozy dinner that feels a little fancy.
GET THE RECIPE: Garlic Butter Shrimp
Butter Pecan Cookies
Butter Pecan Cookies bring sweet Southern charm in every bite—golden, buttery, and loaded with crunchy pecans. Perfect for holidays, tea time, or anytime you need a little comfort.
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Green Bean Casserole
This quick and easy Green Bean Casserole skips the canned soup for a fresh, modern twist—perfect for holiday tables and weeknight dinners alike.
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Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake
Apple Bottom Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake blends smooth bourbon, crunchy pecans, and rich cheesecake into one unforgettable dessert—equal parts Southern charm and indulgent showstopper.
GET THE RECIPE: Praline Cheesecake
Coconut Bacon Collard Greens (15 minutes!)
Collard greens are one seriously underappreciated vegetable (hello, health perks). I used to overlook them too—until I figured out what they really need: time, seasoning, and just the right amount of love in the pot.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Bacon Collard Greens (15 minutes!)
Southern Deviled Eggs
If you’re new here, know this: I’m deeply suspicious of anyone who doesn’t stalk the deviled egg tray like it’s holding their paycheck. These creamy Southern deviled eggs with sweet pickle relish disappear faster than manners after Sunday service—so go ahead and double the batch.
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