Southern Food & Fun

A lemon tart on a white platter topped with berries and edible flowers.SouthernStrawberry salad with burrata and salad tongs.SaladChocolate tart topped with berries and edible flowers.DessertsBruschetta on bread on a white plate.Appetizers
BeefBreakfasta white plate with steak bites and green beans.Main DishesGrilled chicken topped with avocado salsa.ChickenA white bowl filled with spaghetti noodles with fresh tomato sauce.PastaA chocolate cupcake with pink frosting on a white plate.Cupcakesa white bowl filled with pretzel bark with green and purple sprinkles for halloweenCandySalmon tacos filled with cooked salmon and fresh vegetables.FishRaspberries and strawberry hearts on pancakes with chocolate pudding.Valentines
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Hi, I’m Lucy! I’m a fourth-generation Southern cook, professional writer, food and wine fanatic, and recipe developer. I’ve created and tested hundreds of recipes so that I can bring you the best tried and true favorites.

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Latest in the Kitchen

Here’s what we’ve been cooking up lately!

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Spring Favorites

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Soups

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What’s for Breakfast

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Favorite Cakes

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Main Dishes

Here you’ll find casseroles like Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole, slow-cooker recipes, soups, and many of the recipes that Southerners are putting on their table every day, like our favorite Salmon Patties.

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Discover some of our kitchen essentials, both favorites and items we can’t live without.

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Casseroles

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Southern Desserts

We love our sweets and here we’ve gathered a collection of some of the best. From traditional Southern favorites like Red Velvet Cake, to new loves like Chess Squares, you’ll find something for every occasion.

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Favorite Game Day and Party Recipes

Impress your friends and family with your ability to lay out a spread for a crowd with minimal work!

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Quick and Easy

Families are busy these days, and these recipes will get you through those times when you just need to get something on the table fast! Try the Chicken with Prosciutto or One Layer Cake.

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FavoritesKid FriendlyA glass filled with a green shake and a red cherry.BeveragesGluten free chicken and rice in a cast iron skillet.Gluten FreePartiesSaucesSlow CookerAn image of white chocolate cheesecake bars on a platter.Bar Cookiesslow roasted pork on tortillas with cilantro and limes.PorkSidesSoupsCakes