Kentucky Derby Recipes

These Kentucky Derby recipes are worthy of the winner’s circle! Pour yourself a mint julep, then flip through our appetizers, mains and desserts for a first-place party spread.

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    Tangy Lemon Chiffon Pie

    5 reviews

    This light and luscious lemon chiffon pie recipe is certain to impress with both looks and taste.

    Broccoli Ham Quiche

    23 reviews

    Use up leftover ham with this ham and broccoli quiche for a great meal at any time of day.


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    Heavenly Blueberry Tart

    14 reviews

    This simple blueberry tart showcases the best of peak-season fresh fruit. It’s so good you can serve it...


    Turkey Cordon Bleu with Alfredo Sauce

    For our annual Kentucky Derby party I wanted to create a twist on a traditional Kentucky Hot Brown sandwich, and...


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    Kentucky Pecan Pie

    2 reviews

    This rich, dense Kentucky pecan pie recipe is perfect for your next party. It features a delicious dark chocolate filling...

    Hot Brown Turkey Casserole

    7 reviews

    If you've ever tried the Hot Brown Sandwich at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, you'll love this version. It...


    Derby Hot Browns

    2 reviews

    This classic open-faced sandwich created at the Brown Hotel in Louisville is easy to do with deli or leftover turkey,...


    Chocolate Pecan Pie

    2 reviews

    This recipe originated here in Louisville. It is often served during the famous Kentucky Derby, but it's good any other...


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    Mint Julep

    4 reviews

    Our recipe for mint julep features a from-scratch mint syrup and and expert tips for the perfect warm-weather cocktail.


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    Cheesy Zucchini Quiche

    38 reviews

    To add tang to this cheesy zucchini quiche, we spread the crust with mustard like we're building...


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    Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

    9 reviews

    Strawberry-rhubarb pie is the best way to celebrate the coveted summer season of fresh strawberries and rhubarb.


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    Bourbon Balls

    1 review

    Looking for a tasty no-bake dessert? This recipe for bourbon balls brings together the flavors of bourbon, pecans and dark...


    Kentucky Spoon Bread

    2 reviews

    Spoon bread is a centuries-old southern comfort food. Made of cornmeal and a few basic pantry ingredients, this soft, billowy...

    Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie

    23 reviews

    Inspired by Derby Pie and the beloved Thanksgiving pie, our chocolate pecan pie recipe is irresistible.


    Hot Brown Sandwiches

    4 reviews

    Our home economists suggest that you prepare these open-faced turkey sandwiches with leftover turkey. or pick up sliced, cooked turkey...


    Barbecued Beef Brisket

    2 reviews

    You don’t need a smoker to make a juicy, tender barbecue brisket. Simply set your grill up to cook with...


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    Peanut Butter Cream Pie

    42 reviews

    This no-bake peanut butter pie is rich, decadent and packed with as much peanut butter flavor as possible. The hardest...


    Salmon Sliders

    2 reviews

    The fresh flavors of the salmon and herbs are just unbeatable. I serve these as full-size burgers on kaiser rolls,...


    Buttermilk Pie

    6 reviews

    Our buttermilk pie consists of a cinnamon-lemon custard layer nestled inside a tender, flaky pie crust. It's so delicious, you'll...


    Pineapple Orange Cake

    112 reviews

    A pig pickin’ cake is a southern delight that tastes like sunshine in every bite.


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    Red Velvet Cake

    33 reviews

    Our red velvet cake recipe is traditionally southern with light, tender, ruby-red cakes held together with a rich vanilla frosting.


    Pepperoni Pasta Salad

    20 reviews

    This pepperoni pasta salad is delicious as soon as you toss it together. Or make it ahead so the bright...

    Black-Eyed Susan

    4 reviews

    The Kentucky Derby has the mint julep; the Preakness has the black-eyed Susan. The drink is a sunny mix of...


    Strawberry Tart

    6 reviews

    Showcase those farm-fresh, red-to-the-core summer berries with this outstanding strawberry tart.


    Sherbet Punch

    4 reviews

    Fizzy, creamy, fruity sherbet punch is always the first bowl on the buffet table to empty. Here's how to make...


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    Pistachio Pudding Cake

    80 reviews

    Easy, delicious and requiring zero expensive pistachios, our pistachio pudding cake is the ultimate crowd pleaser.


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    Coffee Cake Recipe

    97 reviews

    Our coffee cake recipe turns coffee-o-clock into a true treat!


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    Pecan Pie Bars

    58 reviews

    Come for the pecan pie-like flavors, stay for the milk chocolate toffee bits. Our pecan pie bars might be tastier...

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