Celebrating Independence Day in the most Southern way. Its also a time when we enjoy all of our favoriteAmericana recipes. like a slice of apple pie, and this recipe comes straight out of Grandma’s kitchen. Credit:Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke The classic, buttery crust and filling will not disappoint. The crust perfectly complements the cheesy filling. Now, it’s possible for you to consider yourself one of the few....

Even the most stubborn of grandfathers can’t resist these tomato season treats. Surprise Grandpa with one of these go-to tomato recipes to make his day. They’re delicious as can be on a BLT or all on their own. Credit:Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Bonus points if you serve them with a yummy dipping sauce or a drizzle of something spicy. Heirloom Tomato-Cracker Salad Whip up this tomato salad with fresh pickings from the garden orfarmers' market....

The couple spoke about losing their son River in 2019 in aninterview withToday. “I was the one with River. I was in the backyard with him when he went into the pool,” Smith said. Credit:Jason Kempin/ Staff/Getty Images “She could have at any moment said: ‘How dare you do this to our boy? How could you have turned your back on our baby?’ “That might have been the thing that split us up forevershe didn’t do that....

Roasted Granny Smith apples are the secret ingredient in this apple pie. This homeyapple piemay look traditional, but it has a game-changing secret ingredient: roasted Granny Smith apples. Divide dough in half; shape into 2 flat disks. Credit:Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns Wrap each in plastic wrap; chill 2 hours or up to 2 days. Prepare the filling: Preheat oven to 375F. Toss together apples, granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons of the flour in a bowl until well coated....

You likely have both in yourspice rackor drawer. After all, garlic is a staple cooking ingredient that can enhance the flavor of a dish. These two types of bottled, ground-up garlic are processed similarly but they aren’t the same. Credit:Getty Images What Is Granulated Garlic? What Is Garlic Powder? Garlic powder is made from garlic cloves that are cut and dried in a dehydrator or oven. Credit:Getty Images Once dry, the garlic is ground in a grinder or food processor and turned into a fine powder....

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This juicy pie is a sure sign fall is coming. Grape pie may not be as famous as its cousinsblackberry pieandcherry pie. But when berry season is coming to a close, grape season is still going. Credit:Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle (Grape season runs late summer to early fall.) Grape pies are juicy and rich. One bite, and you’ll be reminded of sipping a big glass of grape juice....

Try a different citrus for this classic pie. Each of the components come together easily, too. The filling cooks quickly on the stovetop and sets up well without getting too thick. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis; Food Stylist: Torie Cox If youve been burned bymeringuesin the past, let us give you a few pointers. Its important to beat the meringue until the sugar dissolves, so that it doesntweep. If you’re free to still feel any sugar granules, its not readykeep whipping!...

A work of art that happens to also be dessert. As with anypavlova, allowing plenty of time for the meringue to dry out in the oven is important. This will help prevent cracks as the outside sets and will help the center stay soft and marshmallowy. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis; Food Stylist: Torie Cox This extended drying time also makes it a perfectmake-ahead dessertfor hosting a crowd. When ready to serve, just whip up the cream and assemble....

A fun way to serve up a sweet pie. A simple powdered sugar glaze that uses grapefruit juice adds a zing of fresh citrus flavor to each bite. Although if you cant find grapefruit preserves, orange marmalade would make a great substitution. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Store-bought pie doughmakes these hand pies a breeze, but for extra-credit you could opt to makeyour own. The best part of these hand pies is their portability, making them ideal for picnics orpotlucks....

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Grasshopper pie is a mint chocolate lover’s dream. Learn how to make a grasshopper pie, and delight your friends and family with this old-fashioned dessert. What Does Grasshopper Pie Taste Like? Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Grasshopper pie is chocolaty, minty, and creamy. The marshmallows soften the mouthfeel and provide the sweetness and sliceable texture. The taste evokes a Thin Mint cookie or Andes candymeets asilk pie....

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