We upgraded the traditionalpoke cakeby replacing thetraditional gelatin or pudding mix fillingwith two fillings made with fresh summer berries. If that’s not enough, we slathered the cake with a lusciously rich mascarpone frosting. Ingredients CAKE Cooking spray 1cup(8 oz.) Credit: Jennifer Causey salted butter, softened 2cupsgranulated sugar 4large eggs, at room temperature 3cups(about 12 3/4 oz.) container mascarpone cheese 1/2cup(about 2 oz.) Generously coat a 9- x 13-inch baking pan with cooking spray....

It isn’t summertime without this patriotic pop. These days, luckily, that iconic flavor is just seven ingredients away. (The airtight seal will save them from potential freezer burn and make them easier to store.) Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox If transporting to a party, pop the bag into a cooler and layer with ice or ice packs. Pour mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing on solids; discard solids....

Red-eye gravy is a two-ingredient Southern breakfast staple that’s ready in minutes. We learn to appreciate red-eye gravy through tasting, preferably drizzled onto ahot biscuitor bowl of well-madegritsfor breakfast. What’s within arm’s reach most mornings? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox What Is Red-Eye Gravy Made Of? For example, some cooks replace the coffee with water, iced tea, espresso, or cola. Why Is It Called Red-Eye Gravy? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Her recommendations start at $6. Fortunately,The Pioneer Womanhas you covered. Credit:Southern Living / Reese Herrington “For me, it’s the thought that counts,” Ree Drummond tellsSouthern Living. There’s a fun mix of pieces for entertaining as well as cookware and gadgets, she shares. Plus, the cheery floral pattern is all it’s crucial that you spruce up a simple table setting. Credit:Walmart...

The Pioneer Woman joins Biscuits & Jam. Her menu leans heavily on meats and comfort foods to keep her husband and five kids happy. But now I make a little bit more of a drop biscuit that, (A.) Credit: Walmart is easier because it skips the step of having to roll; and (B.) it’s a little bit better. No disrespect to my mom, but I love the craggy surface of a drop biscuit....

Achieve “made-from-scratch” taste with much less effort. Here’s what makes her recipe special enough to try tonight. Both for the effort and time it requires? Credit:ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; FOOD STYLING: TORIE COX; PROP STYLING: KAY E. CLARKE Drummond agrees, making the shortcut chocolate cake truly reflective of the name by using a Bundt pan instead. it’s possible for you to even opt for a baking dish if desired. The higher fat content helps add richness and flavor to your batter, making it taste more made-from-scratch....

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A showstopping chocolate-peanut butter Bundt cake. It’s a year-roundshowstopperthat appeals to both kids and adults alike. The batter is layered into a cocoa-dustedBundt panwith a lightly sweetened cream cheese and peanut butter filling. Credit:Alison Miksch; Prop Stylist: Thom Driver; Food Stylist: Loren Wood The molds were typically cast iron or ceramic, and hard to find in the United States. Dave designed one and named it a Bundt pan from the German wordbundkuchen, meaning a cake for gathering....

Turn scads of cucumbers into refrigerator pickles so you always have a crisp, fresh wedge ready to go. Quick refrigerator pickles are a great way to use up pounds of cucumbers at once. Learn how to make refrigerator pickles. Credit:Alison Miksch; Food Stylist : Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman No special equipment is needed, so you’ll never be left without this pucker-inducing side. What Are Refrigerator Pickles? How Long Do Refrigerator Pickles Last?...

These no-bake treats are perfect for Santa and the kids. This no-bake Reindeer cookie recipe is as easy as it is cute. The best part is thewhole familycan get in on the no-bake fun to help assemble them. First, she says it’s best to use the classic white frosting. Whipped frosting doesn’t work as well when it comes to holding these cookies together. Another tip to follow comes in handy when creating the pretzel antlers....

Leave a little bowl for Santa and his crew. This Christmas snack mix is the perfect balance of sweet and nutty. This is a great activity before a movie night or exchanging gifts. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Football season, use your team’s colors. Halloween, use orange and black. St. Patrick’s Day, use green candies. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox It’s a no-fail snack mix that’s versatile to the season and to your individual ingredient preferences....

At the time, there was no place like it. But it wasnt just the fare that captivated them. It was Daisy herself, a generous, hospitable spirit who never met a stranger. Credit:Daniel Meigs My philosophy is simple, shed say. I love people and I love food. Patricia Marzella An up-and-coming caterer in the 1980s, I followed Daisys career. Daisy at the Steeplechase. She was a force. She expanded Miss Daisys Tea Room to a full-service restaurant in Nashvilles Green Hills neighborhood....

Fiona Prine joins us for a special episode of Biscuits & Jam. In April 2020, John Prine died due to complications from COVID-19 shy of his 75th birthday. Like so many great artists, Prine had a way of connecting with people outside of his own experience. Credit: Danny Clinch It was overwhelming at times, the reaction from friends and fans and family around the world. But it felt justified. It felt right, because indeed it was a cry to the heavens....