Even Goldilocks would agree: This house size is just right. It’s entirely possible to live a big life in a small home. In fact, we think there’s a lot of freedom in paring down. Credit: Photo: Laurey W. Glenn Why bother with maintaining more than you need? The real question is: How small is too small? So what is the best house size? Lil Petrusnekis a formerSouthern LivingHouse Plans Manager....

The secret to the juiciest turkey ever may be your favorite sandwich condiment. And since it melts slower than butter, its a better baste than butter or broth. Ingredients 1(12- to 14-lb. Credit:Dane Tashima; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley sprigs, divided 1Tbsp.finely choppedfresh sage, plus 4 (5-in.) sprigs, divided 1Tbsp.finely choppedfresh thyme, plus 4 (4-in.) sprigs, divided 6mediumgarlic cloves, grated (1 Tbsp. Sprinkle over turkey and in cavity....

You know a peach pound cake recipe is good when it comes from peach farmers in South Carolina. Thepeacheskeep the cake moist and add nice pops of fruity flavor. Cornstarch helps to thicken the glaze, which is not too sweet and coats the cake beautifully. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox This double-peach pound cake would be great served at tea time or as a brunch finale. Learn how to make a peach pound cake....

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Dump everything into a casserole dish, then bake. It’s that easy. You don’t even have to boil the pasta. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox If you dont eat the whole casserole in one sitting, it makes for great leftovers the next day. Learn how to make this easy meatball casserole. Your family is going to give it a five-star rating. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox That’s right, you don’t even have to boil the pasta....

This fun dish is two recipes in one: delicious, easy meatballs and a slow-simmered tangy tomato sauce. slow cooker; stir in 2 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. Credit: Hector Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours. Meanwhile, place ground chuck and ground pork in a large bowl. Add next 6 ingredients and remaining 1 Tbsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper; mix gently just until blended....

Savory spices, tender vegetables, and juicy meatballs make for a wonderfully flavorful meatball soup. Adding seasoning to the meatballs enhances their flavor, so they pack a little more punch in each bite. We know that using seasonings from the South will make this meatball soup sing with flavors that are familiar. Credit:Dotdash Meredith Food Studio )yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 1/2cupchopped celery(from 2 small [3 -oz. each) stalks) 1large(6 oz....

Whether meatballs are the stars of your soups, or the savory sensations covered in sauce or packed into sliders, you simply can’t beat the ease and simplicity of the meatball. Explore Dish

Our meatloaf casserole recipe is a Southern twist on a classic shepherd’s pie. This meatloaf casserole is the epitome of comfort food. The creamy mashed potato topping is enriched with garlic, butter, and chives. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Reheat in a preheated 350F oven, covered, until hot throughout. What To Serve With Meatloaf Casserole This meatloaf casserole checks just about every box. More Meatloaf Recipes You’ll Love This classic dinner comes in many forms....

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Britt Rentschler is one of the lucky ones. She found her calling at a young age, fourth grade to be exact. While she was growing up inBirmingham, Alabama, Rentschler couldn’t wait until fourth grade. Credit: Tiziano Lugli Every year at Grantswood Elementary, Melanie Palmeri’s fourth grade language arts class produced a big Disney musical. And I didn’t really want to be Princess Jasmine. I wanted to be Aladdin because Aladdin was the lead of the play....

Spoiler: It lives up to its name. Few sausage brands can capture the flavor and feeling of a region without overpowering the senses. Fellow Water Valley resident Amy Webb agrees on the andouille flavor. Credit:country pleasin “I used it in some gumbo night before last,” she tells me. A coveted honor, to be sure! Freshly prepared daily, the shop provides top-quality meat with personalized service. Credit:Country Pleasin' Credit:Country Pleasin' Credit:Country Pleasin'...

It may look like a roll of country sausage, but in an adorable twist, it’s corn. Catherine Jessee There’s a season forfresh corn, and then there’s not. Cans of corn kernels are easy to spotbeing that it’s always in a can. Credit:Catherine Jessee But frozen corn is where things get interesting. There are, of course, the frozen bags. What Is McKenzie’s Frozen Corn? Credit:Catherine Jessee The latter comes with black pepper already added, so you know it’s legit....