1Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONEvery sandwich is better in slider form, especially when it comes to the southern classic Kentucky hot brown. These are piled high with turkey breast, cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and juicy sliced tomatoes. We swapped the sliced bread for a pack of soft and fluffy King’s Hawaiian rolls to make these the perfect shareable bite.
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2Blackberry-Mint Julep
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3Bacon & Pimento Mac & Cheese
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5Mint Julep
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERMint juleps are often only brought up around the time of the Kentucky Derby, and we think that’s a crying (neighing?) shame! Not only does the classic frosty cup and minty flavor provide a cooling freshness on a hot day, it’s also one of the best low-effort cocktails out there.
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6Honey Baked Pulled Ham
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONPulled pork is undeniably a party favorite, but level up the classic by making pulled ham. Rubbed in a vibrant yellow South Carolina BBQ sauce, this main is not only delicious on its own, but is perfect stacked on top of sliders with pickles or coleslaw.
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7Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Mini Peppers
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9Bourbon Peach Pie
Kathryn WirsingThis bourbon peach pie has a flaky buttery pie crust that is so easy and makes it worth making your own. The filling is rich with spices and hint of bourbon that really makes it really stand out. Any Kentucky Derby party needs a peach pie, why not amplify it with bourbon?!
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10Bourbon Balls
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: JASON SCHREIBERIf you’re looking for a boozy treat to get the party started, these bourbon balls are calling your name. Made with finely chopped pecans, crushed vanilla wafer cookies, and of course, bourbon, these no-bake cookie truffles highlight the flavor of the bourbon while taming its typical burn.
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11Deviled Egg Dip
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONImagine all the creamy, tangy, and punchy flavors you love from the classic appetizer now in a scoopable form, and infused with the same flavors you’d find in a classic deviled egg. Dijon mustard, tangy dill pickle relish, and a touch of spice are brought together with chopped hard-boiled eggs.
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12Southern Tomato Pie
Fillings for Southern tomato pies always include tomatoes, mayonnaise, plenty of cheese, and Dijon mustard, but our version's got a flavorful upgrade: chopped pimiento peppers, which lend the filling all the delicious richness of pimiento cheese dip.
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13Banana Pudding
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONBanana pudding is one of our all-time favorite desserts. It's a classic Southern recipe, and for good reason; luscious layers of pudding, whipped cream, ripe bananas, and wafer cookies are completely impossible to resist.
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14Prosecco Mint Julep
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThis festive sparkling drink is perfect for a low-key party cocktail hour. A sort of lightened-up mint julep, the addition of a dry sparkling wine provides a pleasant brightness and effervescence that plays well with the rich, caramelized tones of bourbon whiskey.
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15Brown Sugar BBQ Chicken
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONThis slow-cooker recipe makes it easier than ever to create delicious, tender, and extra-flavorful pulled chicken right at home with minimal effort. We added brown sugar, some Italian dressing, and bourbon to create a slightly sweet, smoky sauce that you just might want to add to all your BBQ staples.
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16Skillet Beer Cheese
No matter the occasion, this dip is sure to get the party started. All you need is cheese, beer, a few staple spices, and a skillet for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will be the star of any Kentucky Derby spread.
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17Vinegar Coleslaw
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCETo make this a truly vegan-friendly slaw, there is neither mayonnaise nor honey in the mix. We use maple to bring out the veggies’ natural sweetness and Dijon mustard helps emulsify the oil and vinegar while adding a bit of a kick.
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18Copycat Popeyes Biscuits
ANDREW BUIAside from mouth-watering chicken and sandwiches, Popeyes is known for their iconic, fluffy, crisp, salty, and buttery biscuits. Made for sopping up gravy or shuttling red beans and rice from point A to point B, these copycat biscuits come crazy close to the original using a few classic biscuit baking techniques and tips.
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19Pimento Cheese
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANI 20Strawberry Jalapeño Mint Julep
Emily hlavac green Don’t let Derby Day be your only excuse to make these juleps; they’re worthy all year. If you’re into spicy margs then you’ll be able to handle the heat here; the jalapeño-infused simple syrup mellows out once it hits the cool mint and sweet berries.
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