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Saturday, December 27, 2025

The 10 Recipes Readers Loved Most on Slice of Southern in 2025

A look back at the 10 recipes readers loved most on A Slice of Southern in 2025—from easy weeknight dinners and fresh salads to comforting classics you cooked again and again.

The 10 Recipes Readers Loved Most on Slice of Southern in 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, I found myself looking back through the recipes you spent the most time with this year—the ones you searched for, cooked, and came back to again and again. From cozy one-pot dinners to fresh seasonal salads and a surprise breakfast favorite that truly ran away with the year, these dishes quietly tell the story of how we cooked in real life: practical, comforting, and full of flavor. These are the recipes that stood out not because they were flashy, but because they worked—and because you welcomed them into your kitchens.

Most Loved Recipe of 2025

Tomato-Mozzarella Scrambled Eggs – A Savory Morning Upgrade

Why readers loved it: Simple ingredients and big flavor made this an easy, elevated breakfast readers kept coming back to.

Best Weeknight Dinner

One-Pot Ground Beef & Orzo in 30 Minutes

Why readers loved it: This weeknight-friendly, one-pot meal delivered comfort and convenience without sacrificing flavor.

Southern Comfort Classic

Southern Skillet Cornbread: Buttery, Golden, & Irresistible

Why readers loved it: A classic Southern staple with crisp edges and a tender crumb that fits just as well on a weeknight table as a holiday spread.

Most Impressive (But Approachable)

Rustic Tomato Galette with Gruyère & Thyme

Why readers loved it: This savory galette felt special enough for entertaining but approachable enough for home cooks.

Sleeper Hit of the Year

Leftovers Transformed: Pearl Couscous Risotto with Chicken & Greens

Why readers loved it: A creative, resourceful way to turn leftovers into something comforting and completely new.

Bold Weeknight Favorite

Summer Cajun Chicken Skillet – Light, Bold, and Low-Carb

Why readers loved it: Bold Cajun flavor and a quick skillet method made this a standout for easy, flavor-packed dinners.

Best Protein-Packed Salad

The Ultimate Summer Steak Salad with Zesty Avocado Chimichurri

Why readers loved it: Hearty enough for dinner, fresh enough for warm weather, this salad checked all the boxes.

Best Seasonal Recipe

Summer Stone Fruit Salad with Two Dressings to Love

Why readers loved it: The option of two dressings gave readers flexibility while letting peak-season fruit shine.

Comfort Pasta Favorite

Creamy Lemon Herb Pasta Primavera

Why readers loved it: Bright lemon, fresh herbs, and creamy pasta came together in a comforting dish that still felt light.

Can’t wait to see what we’ll be cooking together in 2026! Save your favorites and get ready for more cozy, flavorful recipes.

Monday, January 2, 2017

10 BEST Slice of Southern Recipes of 2016

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Here they are...the recipes for 2016 that were turned out to be the BEST of the year!

Taking a look back on the recipes that you gravitated to is a good way to reflect on past memories and the comfort they bring you.

They also tell me what types of food you are drawn too. From this compilation of recipes I see that most of you like no fuss meals. Several slow cooker recipes, lots of Beef, and several baked goods such as quick breads and coffee cakes! I don't blame you, I love them too!

I'll keep all of this in mind during the upcoming year.

So on to the top 10 countdown of all time favorite recipes for 2016...

Italian Style Roasted Chicken and Orzo Soup - The most popular soup this year and I know why....it's fabulous and easy to make!

Cinnamon Streusel Banana Bread - Banana Bread is a classic and this twist adds a cinnamon streusel inside....this tastes soooo good!

Bakery Style Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake - There's nothing better than the smell of hot cinnamon coming from the oven, unless it has apples in it! This coffee cake is HEAVEN!

Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Taco Meat - My slow cooker is an essential tool in my kitchen. This taco meat cooks up easily and can be used in many different dishes.

Simple Asian Salad - You can't beat a good salad. This simple salad with Asian inspired ingredients will start your off right in 2017 so add this to your list!

Fresh Italian Pesto Pasta Salad - Salad are a staple in our house especially in spring and summer. This pasta salad is dressed in a heavenly pesto sauce.

Jack Daniel's Whiskey Marinated Flank Steak - I really love my Flank steaks and it appears that you do too! This one is marinated in whiskey for killer flavor.

Balsamic Flank Steak Salad with Parmesan - Beef is making a come back! This small flank steak is cooked with balsamic and then sliced over a salad. Best of both worlds don't you think?

Date Night: Balsamic Steak - Oh how I love thee...steak! This flank steaks takes on a wonderful flavor using balsamic.

Slow Cooker Turkey Tortilla Soup - A delicious soup made in the slow cooker, using leftover turkey. Perfect for holiday leftovers!

I hope you have a wonderful 2017 and enjoy the new recipes to come!

Wednesday, December 31, 2014

The Best of 2014

It's almost time to end the year, and time to reflect on some recipes that you thought were the most popular this past year.

Taking a look back on the recipes that you liked most provides memories of the occasion, or time of year. Food is a good way to reflect on past memories and they bring you comfort.

In addition, they also tell me what types of food you are drawn too. From this compilation of recipes I see that most of you like no fuss meals. Ones that are easy to fix, comforting, can be put together during the week. I also see that you like some great weekend breakfasts, as do I! I'll keep all of this in mind during the upcoming year.

So on to the top 10 countdown of all time favorite recipes for 2014...

Tuscan White Bean Soup - this was last year's New Year's Resolution dish. A perfect way to start off the new year!

Chicken Brussels Sprouts, and Noodle Stir Fry - A wonderful stir fry using winter vegetables that comes together quickly for a weeknight meal.

Lynn's Chicken Pasta Salad - Perfect for a spring lunch or wonderful as a potluck dish. A classic that's a winner!

Caribbean Chicken Salad - This has to be my favorite salad this year. I'm in love with fruit and when you combine these together with chicken in a zesty salad you had me at "Caribbean".

Grandma Landon's Strawberry Cake - This cake has been a family favorite for so many years. Everyone knows about Grandma Landon's famous strawberry cake. Can't beat the family heirloom recipes.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Strips - Another quick weeknight meal that the kids will just love. So tasty and now healthier since you bake the strips.

Mediterranean Beef Stew - A great slow cooker meal. Just toss it together and go!

Szechwan Beef and Vegetable Stir Fry - Another fantastic stir fry that showcases spicy beef. I love this dish, and so did you!

Oatmeal Brown Sugar Pancakes with Banana Walnut Syrup - Love my breakfast items....and this one will make and Sunday morning special. Great combination of flavors.

Apple Cider Waffles with Cinnamon Honey Butter - Another breakfast item that stands out based upon the flavors. Apple cider works so well in waffles and when you top if with Cinnamon Honey Butter...oh my!

Let's enjoy these dishes one more time, and get ready to make some new favorites in 2015!

Friday, December 28, 2012

Best of 2012

Cheesy Garlic Herb Bread

As the year comes to a close I thought it would be fun to review the top 16 food items (10 is such an over used number don't you think?) viewed by you. It was one tasty year. I'm looking forward to sharing more flavors and dishes with you next year. Here's to a tastier 2013!

The most popular dish by far is the one pictured above. The Cheesy Garlic Herb Bread. Enough said!