Savor the South: 50 Southern recipes that prove comfort food is the best food

Introducing a tasty twist on a retro classic favorite: Cajun shrimp deviled eggs. Tender blackened shrimp seasoned with New Orleans Cajun spices are nestled atop creamy egg yolks blended with mayo, mustard, and a hint of hot sauce.

A marinated mix of beans and field peas, fresh veggies, cilantro, and zesty Italian dressing are the signature ingredients of this Carolina caviar recipe. 

Rich and tasty, deviled crab is an easy yet special entrée or appetizer.

Everything you love about a classic pimento cheese with the added spice of jalapeños. Serve this pimento cheese with crackers or bread for the perfect snack or appetizer.

Fried pickles are a fun party appetizer, treat for the kids, or anytime snack. We promise you won’t be able to eat just one.

This classic Southern comeback sauce is creamy, tangy, savory, and delicious. Perfect to serve with chicken tenders, fries, veggies, and more.

Hush puppies are a southern favorite: soft balls of cornbread that are fried until golden brown.

Serve up this warm pimento cheese dip for your guests while they are waiting for the main course. An easy dip that’s great for any gathering.

In the South, cooking in bacon grease can be a way of life. This easy recipe for skillet corn with bacon is a side dish no one can resist.

This southern style buttermilk cornbread is quick bread you can make in minutes. It has a buttery, fluffy interior with delicious crispy/crunchy crust and makes a perfect side dish for soups, stews and chilis.

Sweet summer corn simmered in a rich, creamy sauce makes the best creamed corn. If you like Rudy's BBQ creamed corn, you're in for a treat with this homemade recipe.

These Southern butter beans are a classic southern side dish that will pair perfectly with just about any meal. They are loaded with smoky bacon flavor and a hint of Cajun spice that gives them a little kick.

Fried okra is something a lot of Southerners love. Enjoy this homemade fried okra recipe and share with friends.

This Southern bacon cornbread salad is a traditional side for BBQ's. It's flavorful and unique with layers of cornbread, cheese, salad dressing, tomato, beans and bacon.

Classic cornbread gets kicked up several notches in this loaded cornbread recipe by adding in cheese, bacon, corn, and more. The perfect side dish to go with any meal!

This dish combines crispy bacon, fresh green beans, and a hint of sweetness to create a side that's incredibly flavorful and quick on time.

Creamy southern baked mac and cheese with a secret ingredient - it's the ultimate comfort food.

Whip up a batch of Southern fried cabbage with bacon tonight! This quick and tasty recipe packs a sweet, savory, and slightly smoky punch with crispy bacon, onions, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. It’s a cozy Southern twist on a classic Irish side dish.

Are you planning a backyard barbecue or looking for an amazing Southern side dish? Learn how to make this classic Southern potato salad recipe that will tick all the boxes.

This sweet potato cornbread is incredibly moist, tender and delicious. Roasted sweet potato adds a natural sweetness to this savory side dish.

Fresh, vibrant, zingy, and flavor-packed Texas caviar is a fully loaded Southwest / Mexican corn and bean salad with tomatoes, avocado, and red onion. It’s perfect for eating with chips or as a side at potlucks, picnics, and BBQs.

These Traeger baked beans are the perfect side dish for your next BBQ. The beans are smokey and spicy with a touch of heat! These smoked beans only take a few minutes to prepare, and then the smoker does the rest.

This vintage deviled corn casserole recipe is a delicious corn side dish that doesn’t require Jiffy mix. Learn how to recreate this comforting and mouthwatering side dish from scratch. It's perfect for gatherings and family dinners.

BBQ shrimp and grits is a classic southern dish featuring cheesy shrimp drizzled with barbecue sauce and topped with bacon. The smoky flavor creates the best shrimp and grits recipe you've ever tasted.

Homemade biscuits and gravy is a hearty and filling classic southern staple! One bite of this fluffy, creamy goodness and you’ll be instantly reminded of your childhood.

Succulent shrimp and smoky andouille sausage are smothered in a savory gravy that tastes out of this world delicious. Then, all is piled on top of creamy, cheesy grits. Just perfect…

A creamy, rich stew with oysters, potatoes and optional sherry, oyster chowder is a holiday classic that’s a perfect cold weather soup.

Southern tomato pie is a savory pie made with fresh tomatoes, basil, thyme, mayo, and three cheeses in a buttery cracker crust. This classic summer recipe is as southern as it gets.

This pasta dish is covered in a cheesy, creamy sauce, loaded with tender chicken, and baked to perfection.

This BBQ shrimp recipe is what dreams are made of. Sweet shrimp are bathed in a savory blend of butter, zesty Cajun seasoning, tons of garlic, Worcestershire, rosemary, lemon, and beer, perfect for sopping up with hunks of crusty French bread.

For the crispiest fried buttermilk chicken tenders, this Southern recipe is the best. Juicy on the inside and crunchy on the outside every time.

This gumbo recipe is the perfect combination of Cajun spices mixed with juicy chicken, Andouille sausage, and fresh seafood swimming in a flavorful roux-based broth and served with a side of rice. So comforting and delicious, enjoy this classic New Orleans meal any time of year.

Jambalaya is a classic one-pot recipe filled with chicken, sausage, shrimp, and rice. Completely irresistible, this easy recipe includes all the classic flavors of true Cajun/Creole cooking like Cajun seasoning and starts with finely diced onion, bell pepper, and celery – the holy trinity of Cajun cuisine.

These chicken tenders have the ultimate crunch. They're made with cornflakes and just the right amount of seasoning.

Experience a heartwarming bowl of tender chicken and fluffy dumplings, all simmered to perfection in your crock pot. This comforting dish is a must-try for any cozy night in.

Smothered chicken… Classic soul food that will warm up your body and soul. This is a comfort food that generations have grown up on.

Southern fried chicken has a golden brown super crispy outer crust and juicy-moist chicken inside. Get ready to indulge; this is simply the best-fried chicken you’ll ever make!

The chess pie is a traditional Southern dessert consisting of eggs, butter, milk and sugar. A deliciously sweet, custard-like pie with a caramelized crust.

Coconut pecan cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with shredded coconut and chopped pecans. Quick and easy, these cookies are ready in just 20 minutes.

This old-fashioned recipe bursts with flavor and features juicy, fresh peaches. Topped with a delectably buttery crust, this classic dessert is perfect for any occasion.

Classic pecan pie is a great Southern treat that is incredibly easy and delicious, with loads of buttery pecans baked in a soft filling made with eggs, butter, and sugar. It has a total of eight easy ingredients, and if using a frozen or premade crust, you can have it in the oven in less than ten minutes.

This moist and delicious Kentucky butter cake is a favorite Southern dessert. The Bundt cake is infused with a sweet butter and vanilla sauce while it's still warm. It's perfect on its own or served with ice cream or fresh fruit. The best part? It's even better on the second day.

Old fashioned hummingbird cake has been a staple on southern dessert tables since the 1970s. It originally ran as a feature in Southern Living magazine and quickly turned into one of their most requested recipes. This twist on a classic features bourbon buttercream.

Southern blueberry cobbler will be your new go to summer dessert. Fresh blueberries are tossed in lemon zest and sugar then topped with a thick buttery cake batter.

This Southern banana pudding recipe is a family favorite that's easy to make and perfect for family get-togethers. With layers of vanilla wafers, fresh bananas, and a rich pudding mix, it's a dessert that's sure to please both kids and adults.

You're going to love this southern banana pudding cake. It's made from a doctored-up boxed cake mix and filled with banana pudding before being covered in a homemade whipped cream cheese frosting.

With a moist, dense texture and creamy, fudge-like chocolate icing, this is the best chocolate cake you’ve ever tasted.

With a silky cream cheese icing and a petite bake size, this classic subtly-chocolate Southern red velvet cake is a no-brainer for all cake lovers.

This gluten-free, allergy-free, sugar-free twist on the old-fashioned classic dessert is too easy not to make. A no-bake recipe with layers of vanilla wafers, banana slices, vanilla pudding, and sweet creamy fluff.

This classic southern sweet potato pie recipe turns fresh sweet potatoes and few simple ingredients into a delicious pie.