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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    18 Crowd-Pleasing Southern Recipes for Your Next Potluck

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on August 29, 2025, updated July 29, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    When it comes to potlucks, Southern recipes are always a hit. From creamy casseroles to savory sides, these dishes bring comfort and flavor to any gathering. Here are 18 crowd-pleasing Southern recipes that will make your next potluck a memorable one.

    Sweet Potato Biscuits

    Sweet Potato Biscuits.
    Photo Credit: Chef Savvy.

    Sweet Potato Biscuits are a great addition to any holiday meal. By mixing sweet potatoes into a classic biscuit recipe, they become flavorful, colorful, and soft. These biscuits pair wonderfully with holiday ham or turkey, making them a delightful side for your festive gatherings.

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    Sheet Pan Roasted Okra and Onions

    Sheet Pan Roasted Okra and Onions.
    Photo Credit: Add Salt & Serve.

    Roasting okra and onions highlights their natural sweetness, creating a simple yet tasty side dish. This dish is a great way to enjoy okra, especially if you're new to it. Plus, using just one pan lined with parchment paper means there's hardly any cleanup afterward.

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    Blue Cheese Coleslaw

    Blue cheese coleslaw.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Blue Cheese Coleslaw is a quick and easy side dish that pairs well with steak, barbecue, or anything buffalo-flavored. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s packed with rich blue cheese flavor and balanced seasoning. This coleslaw is sure to become a go-to favorite for your meals.

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    Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

    Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp.
    Photo Credit: Maria's Mixing Bowl.

    Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp is a simple and tasty dessert that works well for any gathering. With fresh strawberries and tangy rhubarb, this dish brings together the sweet and sour flavors of summer in a delightful way. It's a great choice for sharing with friends and family.

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    Tangy Fried Green Tomatoes

    Tangy Fried Green Tomatoes.
    Photo Credit: The Cagle Diaries.

    Crispy fried green tomatoes are a beloved southern dish that shines in the summer. They serve as a delicious side or appetizer that everyone can appreciate. This straightforward recipe allows you to prepare them with minimal effort, adding a delightful flavor to your meals.

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    Ranch Coleslaw

    Ranch coleslaw.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This ranch coleslaw comes together in just 15 minutes, perfect for your next barbecue. Using store-bought mayonnaise and ranch dressing, it’s super easy to prepare and packed with flavor. It’s a great side dish that everyone will enjoy.

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    Pimento Cheese Appetizer

    Pimento Cheese Appetizer.
    Photo Credit: G-Free Foodie.

    This Pimento Cheese Appetizer is perfect for your next gathering. It's made with a classic recipe that everyone loves. This dish is easy to prepare and is sure to be a hit at any potluck.

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    Jiffy Cornbread

    Jiffy Cornbread.
    Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

    Jiffy Cornbread is a tasty dish on its own, but a few easy tweaks can take it to the next level. By adding some simple ingredients, you can enhance its flavor and texture. This is a great side for any meal, especially at gatherings where comfort food is a hit.

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    Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil

    Shrimp boil
    Photo Credit: Like Hot Keto.

    This keto sheet pan seafood boil is loaded with Cajun flavors and is super easy to make in the oven. Featuring shrimp and Creole spiced andouille sausages, it’s a great dish for summer get-togethers and Mardi Gras parties. Enjoy a taste of the South with this flavorful and satisfying meal.

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    Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs

    Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs.
    Photo Credit: My Chef's Apron.

    Ribs are seasoned with a great mix of spices and slow-cooked until they're really tender. This is a tasty option for family dinners and goes well with any vegetable side dish.

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    Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

    Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: My Kitchen Sanctuary.

    Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole features tender chicken in a creamy sauce, all topped with a crunchy layer of buttery Ritz crackers. This dish is comforting and satisfying, perfect for gatherings or family dinners. It's a simple yet tasty option that everyone will enjoy.

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    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese

    Goat Cheese Mac and Cheese.
    Photo credit: The Littlest Crumb.

    Creamy goat cheese mac and cheese offers a tasty twist on the classic comfort dish. The macaroni is enveloped in a rich goat cheese sauce, enhanced with herbs, and finished with a crunchy layer of bread crumbs and parmesan. This dish is perfect for gatherings and is sure to please everyone.

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    Southern Tomato Pie

    Southern Tomato Pie.
    Photo Credit: Maria's Mixing Bowl.

    Southern Tomato Pie combines fresh tomatoes, rich cheese, and a flaky crust, resulting in a comforting dish that's perfect for any gathering. This pie is a great way to make the most of summer tomatoes, especially if you have some from your garden. It's a satisfying choice that brings a taste of the South to your table.

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    Baked BBQ Kielbasa

    Baked BBQ Kielbasa.
    Photo Credit: Maria's Mixing Bowl.

    Baked BBQ Kielbasa is a tasty and simple dish that works well for any gathering. It can be served as a starter at your next get-together or as the main dish for a family meal. The mix of flavorful kielbasa, zesty BBQ sauce, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar makes it a hit with everyone.

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    Southern Peach Pie

    Southern Peach Pie.
    Photo Credit: Maria's Mixing Bowl.

    Southern Peach Pie is a classic dessert that shines in the summer months. With fresh, juicy peaches and a buttery, flaky crust, this pie is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering or family dinner. It's a sweet way to celebrate the season and enjoy the flavors of ripe peaches.

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    Smoked Spare Ribs

    Smoked Spare Ribs.
    Photo Credit: Grits and Pinecones.

    Smoked Spare Ribs are a classic dish that everyone loves. They come out tender and juicy, packed with smoky flavor and coated in delicious barbecue sauce. This dish is perfect for gatherings and will surely impress your friends and family.

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    Southern Potato Salad

    The BEST Potato Salad.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    Classic Potato Salad combines Russet potatoes, hard boiled eggs, and a creamy dressing that ties it all together. This dish has been a favorite at family get-togethers and summer barbecues for a long time. It's easy to make and is sure to please everyone at any gathering.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is simple to prepare and perfect for gatherings. In just 10 minutes of prep time and 45 minutes in the oven, you can create a delicious dish all in one pan. This version combines Cheddar and Gruyere for a rich and cheesy flavor that everyone will enjoy.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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