Featuring delicious recipes with a Southern flair that are quick, easy, and PERFECT to share with family and friends. Nothing fussy or complicated, just “go-to” dishes with simple ingredients for the everyday home cook.
Simple Summer Recipes to Make Now
From backyard BBQs to beach picnics, these quick and easy summer recipes are the ultimate crowd-pleasers. Simple, Southern, and downright delicious!
- Southern Pea Salad with Herb Buttermilk Dressing
- Southern Homemade Creamed Corn
- Boneless Country Style Ribs in Oven
- Old Fashioned Cucumbers, Tomatoes and Onions in Vinegar
- Easy Grilled Half Chicken Recipe with Dry Rub
- Old Fashioned American Coleslaw Recipe (Creamy)
- Pan-Fried Shrimp Recipe
- Deviled Crab Recipe
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There is a reason followers keep returning to these top-rated recipes that are delicious, quick, and easy to prepare!
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Easy Recipes for a Summer
Backyard Potluck Bash
The best summer nights start with a simple idea: “Y’all come over!” These easy, crowd-friendly recipes are perfect for relaxed entertaining, featuring dishes that can be prepared ahead, set out, and let guests help themselves.
- Beer Can Chicken – Big Green Egg
- Southern Corn Salad Recipe (Quick and Easy)
- Easy Classic Southern Deviled Eggs Recipe (Delicious)
- Easy Lemon Blueberry Icebox Cake Recipe
- Oven-Baked Baby Back Ribs and Dry Rub
- Easy Old-Fashioned Southern Peach Cobbler
- Peach Glazed Chicken on the Grill
- Southern Crispy Fried Oysters Recipe
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About Me:
Hello, I’m Sharon Rigsby, blogger, recipe developer, videographer, and photographer for Grits and Pinecones®. I have over 50 years of experience in the kitchen, and I like nothing better than developing and reimagining recipes for my family, friends, and you!
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Southern Hospitality on a Plate
These iconic and top-rated Southern recipes will bring a touch of the South to your table. Includes soul-food and comfort food recipes.
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