Break out those wide-brimmed hats and formal blazers—the Kentucky Derby is back for its 141st run. In store will be lots of people enjoying the outdoors, soaking up sunshine, and eating Southern-inspired food. The Derby site is so kind as to provide a list of recipes for those throwing a party at home, and we’re here to offer our own renditions. So weave your rose garland, play “My Old Kentucky Home” on high, and let these 11 recipes bring the Derby party to you:
Rick's Picks Bloody Mary Mix by Rick Field
Mint Iced Tea by Merrill Stubbs
Buttermilk Fried Chicken by Ashley Rodriguez
Brigit Binns' Crab Cakes by Kristen Miglore
Bloody Good Steak by connoisseur
New England Lobster Rolls with Lemon Chive Mayonnaise by Sonali aka the Foodie Physician
Farmhouse Ham with a Honey, Fennel, and Mustard Glaze (in a Crockpot) by thirschfeld
Sean Brock’s Southern Grits by Kenzi Wilbur
A Pot of Black-Eyed Peas by Cookie and Kate
Alice's Chocolate Pudding by Alice Medrich
Apostle's Fingers (Lemon and Ricotta Filled Crêpes) by Emiko
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