12 Southern Sides That Will Make Your Next Meal Unforgettable
Looking to elevate your next meal with some true Southern flair? These 12 Southern sides are packed with flavor and comfort, guaranteed to make your dinner unforgettable. From creamy mac and cheese to perfectly crispy fried green tomatoes, these recipes will turn any ordinary meal into a memorable feast!
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
This homemade macaroni and cheese recipe is the ultimate comfort food. The cheese sauce is thick and creamy, and perfect for transporting you to a cheesy bliss. Plus it comes together in about 25-30 minutes from start to finish on the stovetop, and under 10 minutes in the Instant Pot!
CAST IRON SKILLET CORNBREAD RECIPE
Dense and moist with just a touch sweetness, this Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread is an old-fashioned recipe that’s the best of the best! Serve it alongside your favorite BBQ pulled pork or by itself with pats of softened butter and a drizzle of honey.
Southern Cheese Straws
Move over goldfish crackers and Cheez-Its. These Cheddar Cheese Straws are a wonderfully savory appetizer or snack that are perfect for parties, cocktail hour, or any other gathering! They are satisfyingly crunchy with a robust cheddar flavor and irresistible!
Southern Collard Greens
Silky, smoky Southern Collard Greens are a classic side dish that taste amazing with a big chunk of cornbread! They are great delicious anytime, but are also a popular addition to your Thanksgiving menu!
Southern Fried Okra
Savory Southern Fried Okra has a perfectly seasoned crisp cornmeal coating on the outside of each poppable bite of one of nature’s most unusual vegetables. Fried in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, this Southern staple makes a great snack, appetizer, or side dish!
Best Hush Puppy Recipe
Southern Hush Puppies are deceptively delicious bites of slightly sweetened cornmeal batter flavored with a little onion and fried until golden and crisp on the outside and fluffy and light on the inside. They are a must for your fish fry and make a fantastic appetizer or side dish for almost any meal!
Moist Cottage Cheese Cornbread
There is a not-so-secret ingredient to this Cottage Cheese Cornbread recipe that sets it apart from others and makes it extra delicious! The cottage cheese actually melts into the cornbread and you would never know it is there, but it adds a wonderful dimension and, along with buttermilk, helps keep this cornbread extra moist and delicious!
Fried Pickles
Fried Pickles are a delicious appetizer that can be found at many restaurants. This fried pickle recipe is simple to follow and only requires a few ingredients, so why not make them at home instead?
Southern Fried Corn
Fried Corn is a country southern classic. Of course everyone’s Nana and Momma have their own spin on to put on southern fried corn, but overall, it isn’t even actually “fried,” it is caramelized. The base is of course, corn.
Instant Pot Black Eyed Peas
Black Eyed Peas made with tender shredded pork roast and vegetables are quick and easy to make in the Instant Pot. No soaking is required and this recipe is so flavorful! You can enjoy this Southern black-eyed peas recipe any time of the year, but it’s always a favorite on New Year’s Day.
Corn Pudding
Decadent homemade Corn Pudding is a savory souffle that can be made with fresh or frozen corn. You’ll love this rich casserole side dish recipe.
Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits
Nothing comes close to simple joy of flaky Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits with fluffy, buttery layers and plenty of honey, sausage gravy, or jam to go with them! These easy, from-scratch biscuits are the best way to start out a weekend!
