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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    21 Savory Southern Favorites to Bring to a BBQ

    Published: Jul 28, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    When the grill’s going and the iced tea is flowing, you know it’s time to roll out the big flavors. From cheesy casseroles to tangy slaws, these savory southern favorites to bring to a BBQ are always the first to disappear. I mean, who’s passing up a buttery biscuit or smoky baked beans? Trust me, these dishes are the kind that make people ask, “Who made this?”—in the best way possible.

    Creamy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pasta Salad

    Ranch pasta salad in a bowl with a wooden spoon.
    Creamy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    With all the classic flavors of creamy ranch dressing, salty bacon, and cheddar cheese, this ranch pasta salad is a refreshing crowd pleaser.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pasta Salad

    Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette

    A platter of green bean and potato salad.
    Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Full of fresh summer flavors, this cold green bean salad recipe adds in tender new potatoes for a refreshing take on a classic summer meal.
    Get the Recipe: Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette

    Skillet Brown Butter Cornbread

    Skillet Brown Butter Cornbread. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Southern cooking at its best with Brown Butter Cornbread baked in a skillet using fresh corn and sour cream. Make it sweet with something unexpected.
    Get the Recipe: Skillet Brown Butter Cornbread

    Grilled Corn Salad With Blueberries

    A clear glass bowl of corn salad with blueberries.
    Grilled Corn Salad With Blueberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    You’ll love this Grilled Corn Salad with Blueberries with a little cumin, onions and cilantro to give this a savory twist.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Corn Salad With Blueberries

    Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese

    Creamy macaroni salad with a wooden spoon.
    Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    A Southern-style macaroni salad made with a creamy mayo, sour cream and dijon mustard dressing. Mix with cheddar cheese to finish, and served chilled.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese

    Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese

    A pea salad with cheddar cheese in a serving bowl.
    Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This green pea salad is a Southern favorite that comes together in one bowl. Easy to make ahead, it’s flavorful with a touch of a spicy kick.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese

    Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk

    A bowl of creamy coleslaw with shredded purple cabbage, carrots, and herbs sits on a gray cloth napkin next to vintage silver utensils—perfect as one of your favorite dinner side dishes.
    Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Looking for a mouthwatering red cabbage coleslaw recipe? Try our quick and easy Southern dish that is perfect for busy cooks. Enjoy the creamy goodness!
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk

    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    A bowl of cucumber salad with onions and two serving spoons
    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This tangy Cucumber Salad is light, refreshing, and since it has no mayo, it’s perfect for warm summer days.
    Get the Recipe: Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    Broccoli Salad with Cranberries and a Honey Yogurt Dressing

    A bowl of broccoli salad on a serving tray.
    Broccoli Salad with Cranberries and a Honey Yogurt Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Bagagge.

    A light and fresh broccoli salad coated in a honey yogurt dressing is just what you need for a backyard cook-out or to add to a holiday table. Make it a day ahead and add the dressing an hour before serving.
    Get the Recipe: Broccoli Salad with Cranberries and a Honey Yogurt Dressing

    Summer Squash Casserole with Ritz Crackers

    A scoop of a squash casserole.
    Summer Squash Casserole with Ritz Crackers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This scrumptious Squash Casserole is a crowd-pleaser. Featuring sliced yellow squash, onions, and a cheesy sour cream sauce, this casserole is a comforting and flavorful addition to any meal.
    Get the Recipe: Summer Squash Casserole with Ritz Crackers

    Southern Style Baked Mac And Cheese With Pimentos

    Two plates of pimento mac and cheese.
    Southern Style Baked Mac And Cheese With Pimentos. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Pimento mac and cheese is an easy, baked pasta dish made with zesty pimentos in a creamy cheese sauce, topped with even more golden cheddar.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Style Baked Mac And Cheese With Pimentos

    Tall And Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits-Southern Style

    Tall And Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits-Southern Style. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Classic Southern buttermilk biscuits are tall, flaky, and buttery with a perfectly crisp golden crust, they’ll melt in your mouth.
    Get the Recipe: Tall And Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits-Southern Style

    Grilled Corn In Husk

    Two grilled corn on the cob, classic easy grilled foods, sprinkled with chopped cilantro and pepper. The corn boasts visible grill marks and a slightly charred appearance, resting on a dark surface.
    Grilled Corn In Husk. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Nothing says summer like grilling and corn on the cob, so this Grilled Corn In Husk recipe is the essence of summer flavors.
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Corn In Husk

    Seafood Pasta Salad

    seafood pasta salad in a bowl.
    Seafood Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Seafood Pasta Salad is always such a hit at any summer cookout. It’s a perfect combination of creamy, crunchy, onion-y & sweet from the imitation crab.
    Get the Recipe: Seafood Pasta Salad

    Southern Tomato Pie

    A baking dish of tomato pie with a serving spoon.
    Southern Tomato Pie. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

    Cheesy, savory, and brimming with ripe tomatoes, this Southern Tomato Pie is a summer classic you’ll crave all season.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Tomato Pie

    Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes

    oven roasted potatoes in a baking dish.
    Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes. Photo credit: Butter & Baggage.

    Golden brown and perfectly seasoned, these roasted potatoes are a must for anyone looking for easy BBQ side dish ideas.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes

    Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat

    A spoon full of baked beans with hamburger.
    Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    These easy baked beans with ground beef are a perfect side dish for cookouts. Smoky with a sticky sweet sauce, they’re a classic.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat

    Super Creamy Skillet Creamed Corn

    A close-up image shows a skillet filled with creamy corn. A silver spoon holds a portion of the creamed corn, revealing kernels cooked in a luscious sauce and garnished with fresh herbs. The corn looks well-seasoned and ready to serve.
    Super Creamy Skillet Creamed Corn. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Rich, buttery Creamed Corn gets a homemade makeover with just four simple ingredients and 10 minutes on the stove.
    Get the Recipe: Super Creamy Skillet Creamed Corn

    Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

    A clear bowl of ranch potato salad.
    Bacon Ranch Potato Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Ranch potato salad loaded with bacon, cheese and a sour cream ranch dressing is just what you need for your next potluck.
    Get the Recipe: Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

    Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt

    A creamy cucumber salad with corn in a glass bowl with a serving spoon
    Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Jazz up your salad menu with a Corn and Cucumber Salad. The mixture of veggies in a creamy yogurt, mayo and dill dressing make it a favorite.
    Get the Recipe: Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt

    Southern Old Fashioned Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

    Baked macaroni and cheese in a round baking dish on a napkin with spoons.
    Southern Old Fashioned Macaroni And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni and Cheese from Poole’s Diner is a classic with a creamy base and crusty cheese on top. Comfort food at its BEST.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Old Fashioned Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

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