Kardea Brown's Best Backyard Barbecue Sides

Take your Mac and Cheese to the next level with crabmeat, tarragon and THREE different types of cheese!

This classic Southern dish is a must-have at any barbecue. Kardea's recipe includes sweet pickle relish, red onions and plenty of smoked paprika to add bold and tangy flavors.

Walnuts, lemon juice and shaved Parmesan bring out the bright flavors of this dish. Have it ready in only 20 minutes.

Smoked pork sausage boosts the bold flavors of this rice dish.

This bright summer fruit is the star of the show. Its sweet, crisp flavors are complemented with candied pecans, red wine vinegar and a dash of honey.

This classic Southern snack can be enjoyed right away but improve in flavor after several days.

Kardea's version of this popular salad includes shrimp and spicy dressing that is seasoned with Jamaican hot pepper sauce.

Kardea tops these bite-sized snacks with chili powder and tortilla chips to add both crunch and spice.

In under an hour this gooey, cheesy, creamy dip is ready to enjoy. Serve with crackers, bread or tortilla chips!

Kardea uses three different types of cheese and sour cream to make this classic dish extra ooey-gooey.

This bright side salad is ready in 15 minutes and packs a bit of heat from the hot sauce.

Kardea adds sliced almonds and dried cranberries for extra crunch and a touch of sweetness.

Cauliflower is a lighter alternative to starchy, long grain rice. Add a squeeze of lime juice to help remove any bitterness from the cauliflower.

Honey, mustard and garlic powder add sweet and tangy flavors to Kardea's homemade Poppy Seed Dressing.

Kardea's Soy Molasses Sauce adds sweet and salty flavors to this crunchy vegetable.

Use frozen veggies and other pantry staples to make this flavorful dish.

Prep this salad in 15 minutes and refrigerate before serving. The cold veggies are will be a refreshing treat for a hot summer's day.

You only need four ingredients to make these buttery biscuits. Serve them on their own or with your favorite jam.