Some advice to help you during this difficult time. Should you get a “protective casket”? How can you plan a heartfelt service on a limited budget? Credit: RubberBall Productions / Getty Images Can you place items inside the casket? The list goes on and on. Funeral directors can help you sort through these decisions and incorporate your family’s traditions into the service. Here are cost-saving tips, funeral director etiquette, and advice to help you during this difficult time....

Funeral potatoes are the ultimate potato casserole for comfort. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Funeral potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Learn how to make funeral potatoes. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox No matter the reason for eating them, folks will be satiated and bellies full with. They’ll probably be coming back for seconds and thirds until it’s all gone. Why Are They Called Funeral Potatoes? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

Funeral Potatoes are a beloved recipe below the Mason-Dixon. Cheesy, and crunchy, and hearty oh my! With layers of cheese and a crispy potato chip topping, this casserole is all things warm and delicious. Credit: Southern Living Sowhy the name"funeral potatoes" you may ask? It’s for one simple reason. The delightful dish is super comforting, which is the perfect jot down of food for a funeral. This recipe is incredibly easy to make, and it feeds a crowd....

These funeral sandwiches are easy to prepare and just as easy to eat. With ham, cheese, and flavored butter, these are a hit any time. Any way you look at it, these funeralsandwichesare a crowd-pleaser. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf Learn how to make funeral sandwiches. Then, add this simple recipe to your rotation, and you’ll never take it out. Why Are They Called Funeral Sandwiches? Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf...

The 1980s are calling. Here, learn how to make the classic Fuzzy Navel for you or for a party. What Is a Fuzzy Navel? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox A Fuzzy Navel is a two-ingredient cocktail made with orange juice and peach schnapps. Like a less boozymimosa, this is a great treat for a weekend morning or brunch cocktail. Why Is a Fuzzy Navel Called a Fuzzy Navel? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

You should prepare an extra pan. No one will be able to resist. We do know thisthey’ll prefer second helpings. Credit:Hannah Hufham; Food Stylist: Renu Dhar; Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee )cans cannellini beans 2(16-oz. )cans baked beans 8oz.pulled smoked pork(about 3/4 cup) 8oz.Conecuh sausage, diagonally sliced 3/4-in. thick (about 1 1/2 cups) 1cupchopped yellow onion( from 1 [5-oz.] Credit:Hannah Hufham; Food Stylist: Renu Dhar; Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee Coat a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside....

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