40 Special Southern Recipes for Mother’s Day

For a fun twist on a classic cake, try this lemon meringue cheesecake. It takes a little more work to make, but it’s the perfect afternoon treat with Mom.

This is the only tomato pie recipe worth making with the precious ingredients you pick up at the farmers market, and trust me, the Parmesan and buttermilk crust is worth it even if you don’t use store-bought stuff.

Chances are, neither of you have made this old-fashioned Southern staple, but you’ll both love it if you try it together. It’s usually served with biscuits, pork chops, or grits.

Push the boundaries with this classic Louisiana recipe. A Cajun dream, with fresh shrimp and a soupy sauce that’s sure to get your mouth watering.

Pretzel pie is a summer essential, especially when topped with rhubarb, a beloved raspberry-colored legume that pairs perfectly with strawberries.

Also known as crazy cake, war cake, or recession cake, this wacky chocolate cake can be made right in the baking pan, no mixing bowl required.

If you’re hosting a Mother’s Day brunch, we recommend making a double batch of these improved sausage balls as they will disappear quickly. The cream cheese adds a moist, fluffy texture to these traditional bite-sized sausages.

If you’re looking for a stunning main dish for Mother’s Day, try this whole roasted chicken. It’s simple, and the rich juices that release while the chicken roasts add flavor to the veggies (like the carrots).

Few baked goods are as beloved as fresh-from-the-oven banana bread, but we’ve taken it a step further by adding juicy blueberries.

What makes these cheese straws stand out from a long list of recipes with slight variations (but all loaded with cheese) is the genius idea of ​​adding rice cereal, which makes for the crunchiest cheese straws ever.

If you’re looking for an eye-catching centerpiece cake for your family celebration, this cake is sure to impress, both in appearance and taste. This recipe stands out with its delicious filling and fluffy frosting.

Having some homemade chow chow in the fridge is always handy. It’s the most versatile condiment, and we love slathering this perfect seasoning on everything from pork chops to collard greens.

You’ll never forget the feeling you had the first time you cooked perfectly crisp, golden fried green tomatoes. This simple recipe does the trick. Serve with our Comeback Sauce.

A cola cake twist on the crowd-pleasing Texas sheet cake, Dr. Pepper is subtly flavored with 23 spices, perfect for a sheet cake topped with chocolate frosting and pecans.

You’ll want to swap out your regular pepper jelly for this sweet, tangy, and spicy sauce. You’ll need pineapple jam, apple jelly, dry mustard, and cooked horseradish. Don’t forget the cream cheese and crackers.

You’ve probably made dozens of classic deviled eggs together, so jazz up your Sunday lunch with these pickled deviled eggs, given a pretty pink makeover with beet juice.

Something of a cross between a buttery cake and a savory cobbler, this dump cake is so easy to make there’s no need to stress – it only requires two simple ingredients: canned peaches and yellow cake mix.

This amazing pot roast will change dinnertime forever. The secret ingredient that takes it to the next level? Pepper onions.

Whether you’ve perfected buttermilk biscuits or are looking for something a little less fuss-free, these light and fluffy mini cast iron angel biscuits are for you.

You’ll both feel a sense of accomplishment after making this traditional treat. Note: this delicious praline will taste less tasty if made on a humid day, otherwise, let the caramelization begin.

We include it here as a reminder that this incredibly comforting staple dish is always standing by to bring even more nostalgia to your cooking with us.

This popular Tex-Mex dish is easy to make in a skillet and worth making any night, especially when paired with homemade guacamole, Austin diner-style queso, and a margarita!

Greens without ham are like biscuits without butter: not entirely delicious. This recipe adds the quintessential smoky collard greens with the juicy texture of steakhouse creamed spinach.

If you don’t usually cook Cajun food, wow your family with this authentic jambalaya recipe loaded with spicy sausage, fresh shrimp, and chicken — and be sure to bring extra hot sauce and cornbread to the table.

Modeled after Georges Kern’s Derby Pie, this recipe combines chocolate, bourbon and pecans for a dressed-up version of pecan pie that’s deliciously indulgent and perfect for special occasions.

Get a taste of the tropics with this glazed masterpiece that’s like a cross between key lime pie and southern pound cake. Why not host a festive cookout night with Mom?

For us, May marks the start of cool dessert season and this Icebox Pie is wonderfully fresh, creamy and refreshing.

You may not have heard of this regional specialty, but it’s been a staple in Junior League cookbooks for decades: Chicken is browned in butter or bacon fat, then simmered in a tomato sauce loaded with aromatic spices like curry powder, nutmeg and lots of pepper.

A popular seafood stew in the South, oyster stew evokes memories of beachside with the aroma of salty ocean air. It’s the perfect warm, comforting dinner for casual summer evenings.

This innovative take on the popular Hummingbird Cake will make your baking day even more enjoyable, with pineapple and nutty flavors packed into a low-clean sheet pan package topped with dried pineapple rings.

This simple 6-ingredient recipe produces the crispiest okra without being too greasy. Sprinkle the okra with cornmeal as you fry it in a skillet to give it the ultimate crunch.

We’re in love with the caramel-colored bottom of an upside-down cake, but this version also contains zesty ginger and fresh pineapple, so it’s basically more than just a pineapple upside-down cake.

One person can be in charge of the pre-made cornbread while the other starts cutting up the other ingredients for this layered salad. This recipe combines many delicious ingredients, including black-eyed peas, bacon, and a decadent ranch dressing.

Once you try this recipe, it’ll be hard to go back to other peanut butter desserts. The layer of peanut butter-coated corn flakes at the bottom provides a satisfying crunch.

This soup is a hidden gem. Forget stuffing and rolling; this recipe is much easier to prepare. It’s a hearty stew with plenty of broth, tomato sauce, carrots, rice, and of course cabbage. You can make a big batch and share it.

These heavenly bite-sized tarts are perfect for family meals or holidays, as each person can enjoy their own mini tart. The coconut crust is sticky and sweet.

This recipe combines two of our favorite desserts, banana pudding and cheesecake, into a delicious treat that’s sure to please both of you. Plus, the bars are portable, making it easy to take leftovers with you (although you probably won’t have any leftovers).

This coffee cake is flavored with toasted pecans and cinnamon, topped with a delicious streusel, creating a harmony that you’ll want to snack on throughout the day. Serve with a cup of coffee.

Everyone needs to try a new cobbler recipe every now and then. Blackberry cobbler made in a baking dish gives it an extra layer of melty fruitiness all over. Serve with your favorite ice cream.

Cornbread is always a welcome addition to the dinner table, but you can freshen it up by using a good old-fashioned cast iron skillet and intensifying the flavors with jalapeños and cheese.