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These Southern Side Dishes Are Calling

Published 1 day ago • 2 min read
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Hey Reader!

When it comes to Southern cooking, it's not just about the main dish, it's all about the sides! A true Southern meal is loaded with delicious, fresh, comforting sides that bring everything together!

From fresh salads to comforting casseroles, these sides help round out any meal with flavor, ease, and a Southern touch.

Must Have Southern Sides

​Crock Pot Baked Beans​

Slow-cooked, sweet, and savory baked beans with brown sugar and bacon are a side dish recipe that’s pure perfection!

​Southern Fried Corn​

A classic creamy skillet side dish made with fresh corn, bacon drippings, and butter.

​Easy Caprese Salad​

Every bite has a little bit of tomato, cheese, and basil, so you never miss out on that perfect combination of flavors.

​Cranberry Pecan Slaw​

Sweet dried cranberries, crisp apple, crunchy pecans, and bright green onions all tossed in a perfectly creamy dressing!

​Cheesy Ranch Potato Foil Packs​

With virtually no cleanup, these yummy potatoes bursting with creamy, cheesy goodness couldn't be easier to make.

​Tomato Cucumber Salad​

A light, refreshing side made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and a simple herb vinaigrette.

​Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes​

Tender, thinly sliced potatoes are baked in a rich, creamy sauce for a side dish that’s excellent to serve alongside any main course

​Southern Pineapple Casserole​

Sweet, savory, and with a buttery cracker topping, this surprising side brings together delicious contrasting flavors and textures!

​Get Our Latest Midweek Menu​

We’re making easy baked spaghetti, a beautiful green side salad, buttery garlic Parmesan skillet rolls, and creamy homemade lemon crème brûlée.

Show Me Your Southern Soul!

I’d love to see your creations! Snap a pic of your dish and tag me on Instagram. Who knows—you might get featured in my next email!

Happy cooking, friend.

Donya Mullins
Recipe Creator & Owner @ asouthernsoul.com
Food Lover, Storyteller, Party Starter, Joy Spreader

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A Southern Soul: Easy Recipes & Stressfree Entertaining Ideas

Donya Mullins

I’m Donya, the life behind A Southern Soul. I share recipes that are easy to make and full of flavor using simple ingredients. You'll find meal plans for family dinners along with inspiration for entertaining.

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