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A Southern Soul: Easy Recipes & Stressfree Entertaining Ideas

These Will Disappear Before the Fireworks Start

Published 5 days ago • 2 min read
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Hey Reader!

America turns 250, and that deserves a table worth celebrating. I have been hosting 4th of July gatherings for years and I know exactly what people want — good food, a cold drink, and a yard they do not want to leave.

From first bite to the last sparkler

​Million Dollar Dip​

"I brought this to a neighborhood cookout and people were scraping the bowl. Someone asked me three times..." - Reader Renee

​Carolina Slaw Dog ​

The star of the show is homemade coleslaw that tops chili dog sauce on a perfectly cooked hot dog!

​Pineapple Chicken Skewers​

Made with fresh pineapple and juicy chicken, these Hawaiian-inspired skewers are a quick and easy summer staple in our house!

​Tomato Cucumber Salad​

This dish reminds me of how my grandmother used to cook — nothing fancy, fresh ingredients, a light touch, and a lot of flavor.

​Deviled Egg Pasta Salad​

The perfect combination of deviled eggs, macaroni, and smokey bacon in a creamy dressing takes pasta salad to a delicious new level!

​Crock Pot Baked Beans​

Slow-cooked, sweet, and savory baked beans with brown sugar and bacon are a side dish perfect for your 4th of July!

​Classic Lemon Icebox Pie​

No-bake, make-ahead, and perfect for summer with bright lemon flavor, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a silky, cloud-like filling.

​Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Cake​

A golden, biscuit-style shortcake baked in a sheet pan, topped with juicy macerated strawberries and a rich cream cheese whipped topping.

Or Latest Midweek Menu

This week we are making crock pot chicken Parmesan, served with an everyday side salad, a super simple caprese salad, and easy garlic knots.

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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