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Here at Back To My Southern Roots we have everything under the sun from moist Jiffy cornbread to Slow Cooker pork chops and rice.

And if you have some picky eaters at home they will love the 5-ingredient ground beef casserole or the homemade salmon patties.

Don’t forget about dessert with pure and decadent chocolate fudge or some pineapple upside down cake.

There are over 700 recipes to choose from that include main dishes, mouthwatering side dishes, and incredibly delicious desserts.

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  • A plate of glazed, saucy chicken served with rice, garnished with fresh rosemary, with salt and pepper shakers and a red cloth napkin in the background.

    4-Ingredient Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken With Catalina Dressing

    ByJulie Pollitt October 12, 2026

    This Crock Pot cranberry chicken is one of those “how is this so good?” dinners,…

  • A plate of spaghetti with tomato sauce and meatballs, topped with grated cheese, served with a slice of garlic bread. A red and white napkin, a spoon, and a bowl of grated cheese are nearby.

    All-In-One Crock Pot Spaghetti And Meatballs

    ByJulie Pollitt October 10, 2026

    If you’re like me and don’t want to take the time to boil pasta, this…

  • A bowl filled with baked beans and ground meat sits on a table next to a red-and-white checkered towel, with a plate of cornbread partially visible in the background.

    Crock Pot Cowboy Beans With Beef And BBQ Sauce

    ByJulie Pollitt October 10, 2026

    These Crock Pot cowboy beans with beef and BBQ sauce are thick, smoky-sweet, and packed…

  • A colorful plate with white rice and a saucy mix of chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and green peppers, served on a red floral-patterned dish. A fork and bowl of herbs are nearby on a wooden table.

    Crock Pot Mexican Chicken with Salsa and Beans

    ByJulie Pollitt October 10, 2026

    This Crock Pot Mexican chicken with salsa and beans is one of those “throw it…

  • A plate of creamy mashed potatoes topped with shredded beef and rich brown gravy, garnished with a sprig of fresh rosemary, sits on a wooden table with a blue textured cloth nearby.

    5-Ingredient Crock Pot Roast Beef with Brown Gravy Mix

    ByJulie Pollitt October 9, 2026

    You can’t beat a good Southern 5-ingredient Crock Pot roast beef with thick, creamy onion…

  • A close-up of a bowl of French onion soup, topped with melted, golden-brown cheese, sitting on a blue cloth next to a slice of bread and a spoon on a wooden surface.

    Crock Pot French Onion Soup with Swiss Toasts

    ByJulie Pollitt October 8, 2026

    I have always been a little nervous about making French onion soup. It always overwhelmed…

  • A plate with a serving of creamy mashed potatoes topped with a golden-brown piece of cube steak, all set on a blue textured cloth.

    Crock Pot Cube Steak with Buttermilk Gravy (8 Hours)

    ByJulie Pollitt October 7, 2026

    This Crock Pot cube steak with buttermilk gravy is one of our favorite dinners around…

  • A bowl of tomato soup topped with croutons and a swirl of cream, placed on a wooden surface next to a red and white checkered cloth and a sprig of fresh rosemary.

    Creamy Crock Pot Tomato Soup with Crushed Tomatoes

    ByJulie Pollitt October 6, 2026

    This creamy Crock Pot tomato soup with crushed tomatoes is smooth, rich, and buttery with…

  • A bowl of shredded chicken and sliced sausage mixed with rice and herbs, served on a wooden table next to a buttered biscuit and a red-and-white checkered napkin. A spoon and fork are nearby.

    Lowcountry Chicken Bog In The Crock Pot With Sausage

    ByJulie Pollitt October 6, 2026

    This Lowcountry Crock Pot chicken bog with sausage is a South Carolina-style dinner with chicken,…

  • A pulled pork sandwich topped with barbecue sauce and coleslaw is served on a plate with a side of ridged potato chips. A cup of barbecue sauce and a cup of coleslaw are in the background.

    Crock Pot Cola Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce (5-Ingredients)

    ByJulie Pollitt October 6, 2026

    If you love sweet, tangy, and tender, this Crock Pot pulled pork sandwich will do…

  • A close-up of poor man's steak topped with brown gravy, served on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. A sprinkle of herbs is visible on top, with a biscuit and a butter in the background.

    6-Hour Crock Pot Poor Man’s Steaks with Mushroom Gravy

    ByJulie Pollitt October 4, 2026

    Patty up some thick ground beef and cook it low-and-slow in a creamy mushroom gravy…

  • A close-up of a bowl filled with shredded pork and large butter beans in a thick, brown sauce. The dish sits next to a light-colored textured cloth.

    Crock Pot Pork Butt and Butter Beans With Gravy Mix

    ByJulie Pollitt October 3, 2026

    This Crock Pot pork butt and butter beans recipe is one of those Southern-style dinners…

  • A plate of yellow rice topped with saucy chicken thighs garnished with herbs, served with a slice of bread and a sprig of fresh rosemary on the side.

    Crock Pot Southern Smothered Chicken That Falls Apart

    ByJulie Pollitt October 3, 2026

    There’s something really comforting about fall-off-the-bone chicken that’s smothered in dark, creamy gravy. This is…

  • A plate of creamy mashed potatoes topped with savory beef tips in brown gravy, garnished with fresh rosemary, sits on a speckled white plate with a fork nearby.

    Crock Pot Beef Tips With Creamy Onion Gravy

    ByJulie Pollitt October 3, 2026

    Some meals feel like home, even if you didn’t grow up eating the exact dish….

  • A plate with two pieces of barbecue-glazed meat, a square of cornbread, and a piece of corn on the cob topped with melting butter.

    5-Ingredient Crock Pot Country-Style Boneless Pork Ribs

    ByJulie Pollitt August 1, 2026

    Sticky barbecue sauce, a sweet little crust from brown sugar, and pork that turns so…

  • A biscuit with creamy sausage gravy filling, sitting on a white plate. The top biscuit has a bite taken out, showing the gravy inside. A bowl of extra gravy is in the background.

    Air Fryer Sausage Gravy Stuffed Biscuits

    ByJulie Pollitt July 10, 2026

    The best part of biscuits and gravy is that first bite when the peppery sausage…

  • A plate with seasoned pork chops topped with corn, green beans, baby potatoes, and sliced carrots, served with buttered cornbread. Vintage cutlery and a blue napkin are next to the plate on a decorative tray.

    Crock Pot Ranch Pork Chops with Creamed Corn

    ByJulie Pollitt May 20, 2026

    Pork chops with ranch seasoning, baby potatoes, green beans, and creamed corn make a tender,…

  • A slice of yellow sheet cake with chocolate frosting sits on a white plate, with the remaining cake and a red-and-white checkered cloth visible in the background.

    How to Make Jiffy Cake Mix Better (Moist, Tender, and Bakery-Style)

    ByJulie Pollitt May 11, 2026

    A few summers back, my son asked if we could bring a cake to a…

  • A plate of sliced ham with gravy, baby potatoes, carrots, green beans, and a piece of cornbread, garnished with a sprig of fresh rosemary on a textured brown cloth.

    Crock Pot Ham Steak Recipe with Potatoes, Green Beans, and Carrots

    ByJulie Pollitt April 24, 2026

    Some days you just want a real supper with meat, potatoes, and veggies, but you…

  • Two bowls of creamy soup topped with cheddar and bacon sit beside bread slices. Text reads: How to Cook for One Person: The Complete Guide to Real Dinners Without the Waste.

    How to Cook for One Person: The Complete Guide to Real Dinners Without the Waste

    ByJulie Pollitt April 16, 2026

    If you’ve ever searched for how to cook for one person and come up empty,…

  • A bowl of mashed potatoes topped with creamy shredded chicken and sliced pepperoncini peppers, garnished with parsley. A fork rests on the side, with fresh parsley and a striped napkin nearby.

    5-Ingredient Crock Pot Mississippi Chicken Recipe (With Ranch Dressing)

    ByJulie Pollitt March 24, 2026

    5-ingredient Crock Pot Mississippi chicken might be one of the easiest dinners you’ll make. It’s…

  • A black bowl filled with creamy macaroni and ground beef, garnished with herbs, sits on a wooden board next to a slice of garlic bread and a small bowl of grated cheese. Another bowl of pasta is visible in the background.

    Ground Beef Alfredo Pasta (One Pan)

    ByJulie Pollitt September 15, 2026

    In just 30 minutes, you can have a delicious Alfredo pasta with ground beef on…

  • A collage showing four different recipes including beef and rice, cornbread, and cake.

    The Top 20 Most Popular Recipes Of 2025

    ByJulie Pollitt March 30, 2026

    Well, 2025 went by in a whirlwind! I had lots of new recipes that you…

  • A close-up of crispy roasted potato wedges garnished with herbs, served next to a small black bowl filled with ketchup.

    Air Fryer Diced Potatoes (With Skin)

    ByJulie Pollitt July 15, 2026

    Air fryer diced Russet potatoes come out crispy and golden brown every time, but only…

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