50 Classic Spring Recipes to Make All Season Long

Recipe: Fried Green Tomatoes

We'll have these crispy 'maters any way you'll serve them—layered on a sandwich, thrown on top of a salad, or (our personal preference) dipped into a tangy sauce.

Recipe: Egg Salad Sandwiches

Egg salad looks as ready for spring as we are. This nostalgic recipe never disappoints.

Recipe: Strawberry-Lemonade Cake

We like to say that this fresh strawberry cake tastes just like spring in a slice. Why not decide for yourself, hm?

Recipe: Lemon-Orange Pound Cake

Your senses will feel transported to citrus groves far, far away when served this classic pound cake.

Recipe: Tomato Tea Sandwiches

Because we're too busy enjoying the spring weather to make anything complicated. A classic tomato sandwich is all we need.

Recipe: Basic Deviled Eggs

From Easter lunch to a backyard barbecue, there's no spring event that wouldn't do well with a platter of deviled eggs.

Recipe: Pineapple-Glazed Ham

Pineapple and ham go together like bees and honey. This vintage recipe is perfect for Easter brunch—and leftover ham sandwiches!

Recipe: Radish, Avocado, and Citrus Salad

The peppery radishes in this salad are balanced by creamy avocado and sweet-tart citrus and pomegranate seeds. 

Recipe: Ham Salad

This old-school spread never goes out of style. (And it's a great use of leftover Easter ham.)

Recipe: Asparagus-and-Goat Cheese Quiche

This is a company-worthy quiche if we've ever seen one.

Recipe: No-Bake Peanut Butter-Fudge Ice-Cream Pie

From the creamy filling to the crunchy crust, this no-bake peanut butter pie is mile-high and ready to be served.

Recipe: Best-Ever Crab Cakes with Green Tomato Slaw

We wouldn't deem these cakes the "best-ever" lightly. Spring means Maryland crabbing season is officially underway.

Recipe: Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

We'll happily turn to this big-batch brunch casserole all season long.

Recipe: Hummingbird Cake

Spring is the perfect time to whip out this classic cake with its ultra-moist layers featuring pineapple, pecans, cinnamon, and bananas.

Recipe: Watermelon Salad

Dip your toes into the pre-summer pool with this easy salad. Tomatoes and watermelon work in perfect harmony with peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy pecans.

Recipe: Skillet Pot Pie with Chicken and Spring Vegetables

Pot pie gets a spring-ready makeover with seasonal veggies and a user-friendly skillet recipe.

Recipe: Orange-Glazed Ham

Nothing will make your Easter ham feel more festive for spring than this bright orange glaze.

Recipe: Banana Pudding

This classic Southern treat always makes an appearance at the spring cookout or Sunday lunch.

Recipe: West Indies Crab Salad

This little-known Southern salad hails from Mobile, Alabama. Made with fresh crabmeat and a citrusy vinaigrette, this recipe says hello to warmer weather.

Recipe: Peach-Raspberry Buckle

This homey streusel-topped cake is filled with jammy pockets of fruit—it's like a scavenger hunt for your taste buds.

Recipe: Classic Fried Catfish

Nothing gets a Southerner more tickled than crispy fried catfish. Stone-ground cornmeal makes for the crispiest crust you've ever tasted.

Recipe: Honey-Mustard Baked Salmon with Vegetables

Panko breadcrumbs add extra crunch to this baked fish dinner. 

Recipe: Ham Biscuits

We've never met a snack more suited for a spring brunch or shower than these ham biscuits. The recipe comes with several delicious homemade spread options like Creole Mayonnaise, Chive-Radish Compound Butter, Spicy Orange-Peach Butter, and Pecan Cheese Spread.

Recipe: Chilled Sweet Corn Soup

Ah, a soup so sweet you'll share it with everyone. This chilled corn soup is the perfect spring-summer soup.

Recipe: Peach-and-Blackberry Crisp

A fresh fruit crisp complements any breezy spring night, if you ask us. Feel free to substitute your favorite berries or stone fruits.

Recipe: Key Lime Pound Cake

Don't pick between your favorite pound cake and cool Key lime pie—this heavenly recipe gives the best of both worlds.

Recipe: Baked Beans

This classic side belongs at any backyard barbecue, cookout, or picnic.

Recipe: Grilled Clambake Foil Packets with Herb Butter

Something about scattering these ingredients on a newspaper-covered table or serving it all in a big community bowl is just oh-so satisfying. We added traditional Low Country boil ingredients: shrimp, potatoes, corn, and smoked sausage, such as Conecuh.

Recipe: Classic Macaroni Salad with Ham

You'll recognize this old-school cold salad. It might be one of our most nostalgic rifts on pasta salad to date.

Recipe: Cherry-Nectarine Pandowdy

This cobbler-like dish likes it a little messy. The crust absorbs the sweet juices from the cooked fruit.

Recipe: Spring Lettuce and Leek Soup Recipe

The bright color and flavor of this soup make it a perfect spring meal. 

Recipe: Potato Salad with Sweet Pickles

There's always room for potato salad on the spring cookout sideboard.

Recipe: Pickled Shrimp and Vegetables

Make your shrimp cocktail even more refreshing for spring parties by pickling those tasty suckers with some fresh vegetables.

Recipe: Strawberry and Cream Cake

Sour cream cake batter is covered with a crumbly and buttery topping that melts into the cake as it bakes. 

Recipe: Cream Cheese Pound Cake

You won't find a season when this classic pound cake doesn't fit right in. You can garnish with fresh produce from your spring farmers' market trip.

Recipe: Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing

Seasonal vegetables and tangy dressing bring this shrimp salad to life. 

Recipe: Tarragon Asparagus with Eggs

This side dish dresses up in-season asparagus with a bold Dijon-tarragon vinaigrette and soft, fluffy grated egg. This spring vegetable recipe never fails us.

Recipe: Zucchini Bread

Add chocolate chips to this loaf for rich, dimensional flavor. 

Recipe: Ham and Noodle Casserole

You won't meet a more family-friendly spring casserole than this one, made with egg noodles, chopped ham, and a mix of springy vegetables. (Put that leftover Easter ham to work!)

Recipe: Tarragon Chicken Salad

This simple recipe gets a welcome pop of flavor from tarragon and lemon juice.

Recipe: Roasted Leg of Lamb with Lemon-Herb Salt

Make this perfectly roasted lamb the centerpiece of your Easter dinner.

Recipe: Oven-Baked Barbecue Chicken

These sweet and sticky chicken drumsticks make the perfect addition to your cookout—but you can make them in the oven to free up precious grill space.

Recipe: Classic Southern Buttermilk Pie

Buttermilk pie is an old-fashioned Southern dessert that doesn’t quite get the attention it deserves. This spring, let's change that.

Recipe: Beet-and-Orange Salad with Spiced Pecans Recipe

 
This colorful salad does it all with its combination of sweet, savory, salty, and tangy flavors. 

Recipe: Skillet-Toasted Gnocchi with Peas Recipe

 
Sauté the gnocchi with butter and oil until they are golden brown on the outside and hot and tender on the inside. 

Recipe: Fresh Peach Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel

Say hello to the most perfect crumbly coffee cake, complete with sweet, juicy peaches.

Recipe: Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad

Pasta salad is a springtime staple in the South, and this refreshing recipe features a whole parade of tasty ingredients.

Recipe: The SL BLT

Nothing beats a basic BLT—but we still managed to do it. Punch up store-bought mayonnaise with lemon zest, fresh herbs, and lots of black pepper for a flavorful twist you never knew you needed.

Recipe: Blueberry-Cheesecake Ice-Cream Pie

You're going to want a slice of this fruity pie on a hot day, trust us. It's one of our favorite spring dessert recipes.

Recipe: Strawberry-Pretzel Icebox Pie

This classic fruit pie dresses up in its prettiest pink for all of your spring parties.