These snacks will get any party started. Let’s be honestit’s not the stocked bar at a holiday soiree that people remember. Or even the most exciting round of Yahtzee at game night. Credit: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Mindi Shapiro Levine; Food Styling: Torie Cox Every Southerner knows theappetizer spreadis the star of any party. With our most popularappetizers, you’ll reign as snack queen of the party. And they’re easy to scale up for a crowd....

From appetizers and turkeys to sides and dessert, there’s something delicious for everyone. They have stories that are meant to be told (and retold) year after year. Fromappetizersto desserts, here are the top picks, pulled together from our favoriteSouthern LivingThanksgiving dishes over the years. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Giblet Gravy Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Don’t forget the gravy! It’s sure to make everyone at your Thanksgiving table grateful....

Nothing says summer like this iconic Southern dish. It makes use of refrigeratedpie crustso the dish comes together with just 20 minutes of hands-on time. An assortment of herbs along with colorful fresh tomatoes gives this tomato tart its wonderful flavor. Credit: Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Christine Keely For best results, seed the tomatoes and drain the slices before baking. The recipe makes 18 tarts and they come together in under an hour....

A pinch of baking powder makes for extra-crispy golden baked chicken wings. No matter how you serve them, they’ll be your go-to baked chicken wing recipe. You’ll added sauces and dippers from there. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Pat chicken wings very dry with paper towels, and place in a large bowl. Turn chicken over, and bake until well browned and crispy, about 25 minutes....

This is notyour Grandmother’s Ambrosia Salad. After all, “best ever” is in the name. No matter the origin, Southerners love their ambrosia. Credit: Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke Toasting the coconut chips adds another layer of flavor to this bright, fresh salad. All there’s left to do the day of is to assemble your ambrosia salad. This dish will fit beautifully in your Christmasbrunchor dinner spread....

Your hunt for the perfect Southern deviled eggs recipe is finally over. A good Southerndeviled egg recipeis every host’s secret weapon. When you’re attending a potluck and you aren’t quite sure what to bringit’s Southern deviled eggs. Credit:Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Torie Cox, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster When the pastor is coming for dinner and an appetizer is requiredit’s deviled eggs. And, when Easter rolls around, of course, deviled eggs are certainly in order....

Opinions often differ on what makes a jambalaya. But everyone will agree that this jambalaya recipe is the best around. Some add tomatoes (that’s more Creole) and some don’t (for the Cajuns). Credit:Stacy K. Allen, Props: Josh Hoggle, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray Some argue you should never add celery, some demand it. This recipe uses shredded, cooked chicken, but feel free to substitute someleftover Thanksgiving turkey, instead. Reheat it, and serve with a warm loaf of crusty bread for a delicious and hearty meal....

All of the effort you put into this dish is worth it. Read on for how to make Our Best Lasagna. What Makes Our Lasagna the Best? Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless The Best Lasagna not only tastes delicious, but the recipe is also simple and streamlined. Heres what makes it stand out from the pack. Not in Our Best Lasagna. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless...

These gift-worthy treats are sure to put a smile on someone’s face. Thanks to sweetened condensed milk, this candy couldn’t be easier to make. For individualized gifts, pair with a Christmas-themed mug. Credit: Micah A. Leal Cheese Straws you might’t go wrong with these crunchy, cheesy bites. Anyone would be glad to have cheese straws around to snack on throughout the season. The recipe comes from our February 1986 issue....

Some of the plates were partitioned so that the components stayed separate and organized. A cook with an eye for presentationassembled the trayas though piecing a quilt top. And in that, we find reason to revive and redo the relish tray. Credit:Getty Images They are quick and easy, with lots of room for creativity and personalization. This is what separates a relish tray from a cheese plate or charcuterie board....

The only recipe you’ll ever need for stuffed peppers. Learn how to make Our Best Stuffed Peppers. Here’s everything you’ll need for this recipe. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Why Do Stuffed Peppers Take So Long To Cook? This recipe calls for a higher temperature, but it also calls to cover the peppers. This results in a softer pepper in a shorter amount of time....

Banana bread is one of our favorite treats to have on hand. This simple banana bread will wow your family and friends with its moist texture and wonderful banana flavor. Topped with a pat of melty butter, it pairs beautifully with a hot mug of coffee or tea. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox For a decadent dessert, top a warm slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Learn how to make banana bread, and bake a loaf today to enjoy all week....

These ooey-gooey, pecan sticky buns truly live up to their name. Surely,wafflesand pancakes stack up at the top. This recipe for sticky buns came to us from recipe developer Paige Grandjean. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox But you shouldn’t wait for a holiday or even a special occasion to try these yourself. Ingredients Dough: 1(8-oz. Cook over medium-low, stirring occasionally, just until butter melts, about 4 minutes. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...