Party Food and Drink

Staff Picks

Hummingbird Cake Recipe

This Southern gem boasts three incredibly moist layers flavored with canned pineapple and bananas.

Fresh Peach Cobbler

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

Million Dollar Pound Cake

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

Basic Pimiento Cheese Recipe

This classic recipe works as a dip, spread, or all by itself.

Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

A savvy Southern hostess knows this one-dish wonder can save the day.

Ultimate Dark Chocolate Brownies Recipe

We've created dozens of brownies over the years, but this decidedly grown-up dark chocolate version is our latest obsession.

Heirloom Tomato Pie

When heirloom tomatoes are ripe on the vine, it's time for this Southern summer classic.

Peach-Bourbon Upside-Down Bundt Cake Recipe

Try something new with your summer peaches.

Best-Ever Succotash Recipe

Our Test Kitchen surprised us with a few twists on this traditional dish.

Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

These sweet and juicy shortcakes are the perfect strawberry dessert to serve at your next springtime event.

Over the Moon Chocolate Pie Recipe

This mile-high chocolate pie is inspired by a Southern classic: the MoonPie.

Cheese Dreams Recipe

These cheesy gems will be the first appetizer to disappear.

Inspiration and Ideas

47 Bake-and-Take Casseroles Your Neighbors Will Love

Homemade hospitality.

The Best Summer Side Dishes to Complement Any Cookout

Farm-fresh favorites.

8 Fresh Ways with Hummingbird Cake That Can't Get Any Sweeter

Mamie Eisenhower's Chocolate Fudge Recipe

Classic Southern Pound Cake Recipe

Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Ham Delights

Attend any gathering in the South, and you'll spot at least one plate of Ham Delights. Beloved by guests of all ages, these personal-sized sandwiches make delightful additions to tailgates, girls' nights, and neighborhood gatherings.

All Party Food and Drink

35 Southern Porch Cocktails Begging To Be Your New House Drink

Porch sitting calls for cold-drink sipping.

100+ Best-Ever Appetizer Recipes for Any Occasion

Start the night on a delicious note.

Horseradish Pimiento Cheese Recipe

If you're in a need of the perfect thick spread pimiento cheese, the secret is using less mayonnaise.

Mini Potato Skins Recipe

This party-perfect appetizer will be gone before the last guest even arrives.

Reunion Pea Casserole Recipe

This welcoming, over-the-top casserole was designed to satisfy and delight a crowd.

Easy 4th of July Party Decorating Ideas for Busy Hostesses

Now all you need is to locate the local fireworks show.

Best Deviled Eggs

Every Southern hostesses' secret weapon.

Classic Hoppin' John Recipe

This Southern staple serves up a generous helping of comfort and tradition.

Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles Recipe

This make-ahead recipe is ideal for a brunch or holiday breakfast.

50+ Recipes To Save for Your Next Family Reunion

Delicious ideas to please even your pickiest relatives.

Lemon-Orange Pound Cake Recipe

This pound cake is sublime in its simplicity, but we decided to fancy it up a bit with a Bundt pan and two contrasting icings.

Watermelon-Ginger Mojitos

Watermelon, mint, lime, and ginger come together to make this wonderfully refreshing pitcher drink.

Strawberry-Banana Pudding Icebox Cake Recipe

Strawberries add brightness to this fun take on banana pudding.

45 Fresh & Juicy Strawberry Recipes

Try our fresh and easy ways to celebrate the sweet taste of spring, from sugar-kissed salsa to featherlight muffins and layer cakes. U-pick your favorite!