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Opry Stars Share Satisfying Summer Eats  

By Holly Lane

Summer means cookouts, good friends, and great food. The warm weather calls for patio or poolside dining, and your favorite Grand Ole Opry stars have just the recipes to help you chill out and make the most of your summer. 

Author Kay West spent a year backstage at the Opry stalking members for their stories and recipes to include in Around The Opry Table, A feast of recipes and stories from the Grand Ole Opry. The collection features recipes from country greats such as Minnie Pearl, Roy Acuff, Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Dolly Parton, George Jones, Alan Jackson, Vince Gill, as well as newcomers Brad Paisley, Trace Adkins, and Dierks Bentley.

There are two things that country fans can’t get enough of: great music and down-home cooking, and with the recipes below, you’re sure to serve up a finger-lickin’ good time. For more recipes from your favorite Opry stars, visit the Opry Shop online to order your copy of Around the Opry Table.

Hot & Sweet Vidalia Onion Dip

Minnie Pearl’s Famous Salad

Marinated Grilled Vegetable Skewers with Lemon Thyme Dressing

Steve Wariner’s Luscious Cherry Pie