20 Father’s Day Cookout Recipes Dad Will Love

One of those desserts you can never go wrong with, bring a plate of Homemade Brownies to honor Dad. Easy to just pick-up and go, these rich, fudgy brownies will not disappoint.

Before Dad man’s his battle station at the grill, he might want to have a snack. Chips and our Spicy Guacamole are a perfect appetizer to pass out and help get the party started.

This dip might just steal the thunder of Dad’s favorite steak or burger. With gooey cheese, rich crab and artichoke hearts, everything about Hot Crab-And-Artichoke Dip shows Dad that he’s worth spoiling.

We firmly believers that Baked Beans belong on every picnic table. Our version looks better than the usual version and tastes better, too.

A refreshing salad cuts through all of that heavy grilled food served at the cookout. Showcasing the flavors of Vidalia onions, this cucumber salad is perfect for a hot summer day.

Made with just six simple ingredients, it’s not hard to whip up a batch of this beloved dip for Dad. The best part? Your slow cooker does most of the work.

What’s better than plain mac and cheese? Not much, but the addition of pulled pork sure does pack a nice, meaty punch that is sure to satisfy a carnivorous father.

Bring a restaurant-quality steak to the Father’s Day picnic table with our Cast-Iron Cowboy Steak. It’s a juicy, bone-in cut with minimal effort. We’re sure Dad will love it.

This delicious dip also couldn’t be easier to prepare. The most difficult step? Turning those onions golden brown and translucent, which yields a sweet, rich flavor.

Potato salad is so important to the cookout that we had to provide you with more than one option to try. This favorite from the Southern Foodways Alliance Community Cookbook has everything a traditional potato salad should, from the hard boiled eggs to mayonnaise.

Southerners know an exceptional dip is a one-way ticket to hosting heaven. Here’s the one that’ll get you there.

Chef’s tip: Undercook the pasta by a minute. That way, it’ll be just the right consistency when you take it out of the broiler.

If Dad loves a root beer float, put these popsicles on the menu. Creamy and refreshing, it’s a dessert that’ll be a hit with the kids, too.

Bright, light, and refreshing, this simple salad will give everyone a much-needed break from all the meat and potatoes. It also makes any cookout spread just a touch more colorful.

For some much-needed crunch on the cookout table, try this Tangy Rainbow Slaw. Purple cabbage, carrots, and cilantro create a colorful, flavorful medley dressed with olive oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, and a little sugar.

Pasta Salad in some form always makes an appearance at a cookout, but this classic, tried-and-true version never disappoints. Primarily made with pantry staples, this recipe comes together in no time.

Ready in just two steps, our Spicy Pineapple Slaw is as easy to put together as it is delicious. The fresh pop of pineapple and jalapeño adds an extra bit to this citrus dressed slaw.

Sweet peaches get a touch of charred, caramelized goodness in our Grilled Peaches With Spiced Whipped Cream recipe. The whipped cream is spiced with nutmeg, ground clove and cinnamon.

Add a Southern touch to everyday salsa with this Peach Salsa recipe. Full of fresh ingredients, it’s the perfect thing to top tacos, a fresh dish dish or do enjoy with tortilla chips.

Southerners have some unique opinions when it comes to the definition of a salad. A lot of things we call salad don’t even have lettuce as an ingredient, much like our Southern Cornbread Salad. We love this recipe though, and we know that Dad will, too.