Food and Recipes

Southern food doesn't stick to one style of cooking-grilling outside, cooking big-batch recipes for a family picnic, using fresh seasonal produce from the garden, or creating a hearty Sunday breakfast complete with Southern casseroles and sweet desserts. It's no wonder that great Southern recipes are passed down from generation to generation. Whether you're looking for a new favorite Southern food or want to perfect cooking recipes that are close to the heart, Southern Living has the best Southern recipes to get cooking

Staff Picks

Old-School Squash Casserole Recipe

Squash casserole is a staple dish found at meat-and-three diners and at church covered-dish suppers.

Fresh Peach Cobbler

With nine ingredients and four steps, this peach cobbler is our easiest ever.

Everything Bagel Casserole

Yep, it's everything: creamy, cheesy, and delightfully sausage-packed.

Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole

You've just found your new favorite ground beef recipe.

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Both kids and adults alike are sure to enjoy this crowd-pleasing favorite for breakfast.

Basic Pickle Brine

You only need four ingredients and 20 minutes of hands-on time to turn yourself into an expert pickler.

Loaded Cauliflower Casserole

Hop on the cauliflower bandwagon with this cheesy, creamy casserole.

Easy Squash Casserole

It really wows a crowd.

Million Dollar Pound Cake

Our Million Dollar Pound Cake is just that good (really).

Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad

Give your pasta salad a fresh, colorful spin.

Best-Ever Macaroni and Cheese

In the South, mac 'n cheese is like everyone's favorite aunt—and this best-ever recipe beats out the rest.

Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

When you're looking for a delicious layer cake that is easy to make, look no further than this Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake.

Inspiration and Ideas

Vintage Southern Pie Recipes We Still Love

Tried and true.

Last-Minute Appetizers You Can Make in 25 Minutes or Less

Incredibly easy, insanely delicious.

33 Easy Summer Dinners for When It's Too Hot for the Stovetop

Bacon Bow Tie Crackers Recipe

Best Carrot Cake

Creamed Chipped Beef & Toast

Garlic Parmesan Green Beans

Fatty bacon, crispy Parm, and plenty of garlic make these beans easy to love.

All Food and Recipes

14 No-Bake Pies for Hot Summer Days

It's like summer in a slice.

30 Quick and Easy 5-Ingredient Dinner Recipes to Keep on Repeat

These five-ingredient recipes will help you get dinner on the table in no time. And the best part? You probably have most of these ingredients on hand.