One commenter said it all: “This casserole was out of this world!” This breakfast casserole delivers. Enter hearty Cowboy Stew. Credit:Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Lauren Odum; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless This recipe is packed with all of your favorite ingredients like meat, veggies, potatoes, and spices. Something truly magical that starts with your go-to Dutch oven. One reviewer shared rave reviews: “This was a hit at my company pitch-in this week!...

Think ranch seasoning mix is just for making a dressing for salad? Then, you’ll be able to whip up these recipes at any time. It comes together from start to finish in just 35 minutes. Credit:Fred Hardy; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley double-check to reserve the drippings after cooking the chops to make the gravy. We recommend serving over rice or mashed potatoes. you could make it ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days if desired....

In the South, layer cakes are a point of pride for those who make them. She took first prize. Though later versions add shredded coconut and pecans to the filling, the original recipe calls for raisins only. Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Props Stylist: Christina Brockman In July 1960,Lane Cakegained literary fame inTo Kill A Mockingbird. And in March 1966,Southern Livingfeatured a recipe for Lane Cake in its second issue....

Get these easy dishes on the table lightning-fast. These main dish recipes will come together from start to finish in just 15 minutes. And theyre far from boring. Credit: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Mary Clayton Carl; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Chipotle Shrimp Tacos Frozen shrimpand coleslaw mix helps these tacos come together in just 15 minutes. The creamy slaw balances out the chipotle flavor of the shrimp. Boiling water is the only cooking required to pull this simple supper together....

Everyone’s got their favorite. Pimiento Cheese Hector Manuel Sanchez This is the king and queen of Southern cuisine. There’s no judgment here. Credit: Caitlin Bensel There’s never a dull moment when cheese straws are on the table. These get major points for starting with only a box of Bisquick, cheese, and sausage. Guests will be swarming around it in no time. Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez Serve it with veggies and all your favorite crackers....

Add a salty, tangy punch to salads, suppers, and sides. Feta cheese is super versatile, good for more than just tossing into salads. (Although we love a good feta salad, too.). Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell From side dishes to mains, here are our favorite ways to put feta to good use. With a concentrated sweet and savory tomato flavor, we love how they add depth to this pasta salad....

“even more than usual. And when it comes todessert, the Southern Living Test Kitchen knows that Southerners love cakes. It’s a great pick for a potluck, birthday, or holiday celebration. Credit:Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless One reader said: “The cake is moist with a nice apple and spice flavor. I served it with a dollop of whipped cream for dessert.” Tomato Soup Cake Five stars all around for this old-fashioned dessert....

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox TheSouthern LivingTest Kitchen has developedhundreds of casserolesover the years. Here are the top 15 casseroles of 2024, according to you, our readers. Found this recipe in their magazine many, many years ago. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox It’s definitely a keeper." One happy review said: “This was a great easy chilaquiles casserole. Will definitely make again.” Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle...

Cocoa, butter, and sugaroh my! A great homemade brownie recipe in your back pocket is essential, and everyone has their favorite. Dutch process cocoa is also slightly darker, which contributes to the rich, concentrated chocolaty look of brownies. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Cake Mix Brownies Hannah Zimmerman The brownies are as easy as pieer, a cake mix. Filled with caramel, pecans, chocolate chips, they will disappear quickly wherever they are served....

Every host knows that some of the best gatherings have nothing to do with fussy menus and fancy recipes. We’ve rounded up 20 ideas that we’re calling super bowls because they’re truly extraordinary. Not only because it’s delicious but because it comes together in just 5 minutes. Credit: Photo: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Pita chips, veggie sticks, potato chips, crostini all make great dippers to serve alongside the dip....

Easy, breezy, and most importantly, delicious. Thanks to fresh, store-bought tortellini, you’ll have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes. The hardest part might just be opening up the cans of beans and tomatoes. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Infused with garlic and herbs, the cheese has even more flavor than feta. The customization options are practically endless. Bacon Lover’s Cacio e Pepe Transport the family to Italy with this easy, cheesy pasta....

North Carolina is charming in many ways, from the coast to the mountains. There are so manygreat small townsin the Tar Heel Statefar too many to countso choosing our favorites is challenging. But we’ve picked 20small towns across the statethat we love. Credit: Education Images/Getty Images Visit any of thesesmall towns, and you’ll run into locals who will greet you like family. Plus, these towns are full of history andecological wonders....

Dining atLost Isleis an adventure from the moment you arrive. Look for a sign directing you down a gravel driveway, or you might miss the restaurant altogether. Peter Frank Edwards If you didnt know better, you might think youd stumbled upon an intimate house party. Credit:Peter Frank Edwards And in many ways, youd be rightbut you dont need an invitation to join the festivities. Dishes familiar to Southern palates are reimagined with notes from Taylor and MacMillans travels around the world....