We’re sharing dos and donts of garlic storage. Garlic is a staple ingredient in the kitchen. Elevating sauces, jazzing updressings, adorningfresh garlic bread, and more, garlic is a powerhouse. Credit:Getty Images It’s an ingredient that any home cook worth their salt makes sure to always have on hand. Should garlic be refrigerated? Or should it live in a dark pantry with the onions or on the kitchen counter? While it is perfectly fine to refrigerate garlic, its not necessary, and its not the best practice....

Azaleas are winter hardy in every Southern climate and found in just about every garden. Check your plant tag for information. If you don’t know whatvariety you have, most azaleas are hardy to Zone 7. Credit:AwakenedEye / Getty Images Certain Encore azaleas and a few others like ‘Gumpo Pink’ can be grown in Zone 6. Should You Cover Azaleas In Winter? Most azaleas don’t need to be covered to survive winter in the South....

NurPhoto / Getty Images Roses can be delicate creatures in winter. Someclimbing rosesand miniature roses can be injured in winter as well. Should You Cover Roses In Winter? Credit:NurPhoto / Getty Images Southerners may not need to cover their roses in winter depending on where they live. In Zone 8, cover roses if severe weather is in the forecast. Wait until after the first frost or two causes leaves to begin dropping....

You’ve probably been storing it wrong all along. So, does peanut butter need to be refrigerated? The answer depends on what kind of peanut butter you have. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Here is everything you’re gonna wanna know about how to store peanut butter safely. When it comes to peanut butter there are two main types: commercially produced and natural. Natural Peanut Butter Natural peanut butter, which does not contain stabilizers, should always be refrigerated....

Storing potatoes properly ensures the spuds stay fresher longer. Potatoes are an opportunity. Roasted,boiled, fried,scalloped,mashed,bakedthe options are endless. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen You may be wondering if potatoes should be refrigerated. Do Potatoes Need To Be Refrigerated? Why Store Potatoes At Room Temperature? Credit:The Spruce Eats / Leah Maroney Potatoes dont do best in very cold environments. Rather, like the allium family, potatoes thrive at room temperature....

Southerners love to grow their own tomatoes, astomato plantsare especially suited to home gardens. Fresh tomatoes seem an iconic part of summer food. Sometimes, the grocery store versions dont quite add up. Credit:Getty Images Researchers explored why consumers are so dissatisfied with the taste of tomatoes in the store. But after finding the perfect tomato, how do you store it? And how long are tomatoes good for? How Long Are Tomatoes Good For?...

Here’s when it’s necessary and when it’s not. Whether you’re makingcookies, roasting vegetables, or bakingdelicate pastries, parchment paper can be a game-changer. But does that mean you should always use it to line pans when baking cookies? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox What Is Parchment Paper? Parchment paperis a versatile kitchen essential that simplifies baking, cooking, and cleanup. Its commonly used to line baking sheets or cake pans, preventing baked goods from sticking....

Heres what our readers had to say. But does this same rule of Southern civility apply when a family member is the one doing theholiday entertaining? Weasked our readershow they navigate this potentially murky etiquette scenario, and heres what they had to say. Credit:Alison Gootee (Spoiler alert: Most say yes.) Alison Gootee Should You Bring a Gift to a Family Member Whos Hosting A Holiday Meal? Your family deserves your best efforts....

The short answer: It depends on the plant and the container. American Meadows Tabar Gifford says what to do with your containers and when depends on what youve planted. Will Freezing Temperatures Damage Planters? Credit:Getty Images Gifford says that in some cases, freezing temperatures can damage your planters. If your planters are outdoors and unprotected, they are the most susceptible to damage from freezing temperatures. In short, yes, freezing temperatures can damage some types of planters, she says....

Curious about those ready-to-eat eggs at the grocery store? Here’s what it’s crucial that you know. More and more grocery stores are selling ready-to-eat, pre-peeled hard-boiled eggs. Credit: istetiana/Getty Images At first glance, we thought this was yet another ridiculous convenience product. How hard is it to boil an egg, after all? But maybe these grab-and-go eggs deserve a second look. Surprising Shelf Life “But how long will they last?”...

Here’s how to properly protect your most valued investment. Getty Images Once the colder months start to make an appearance, so does your home’s heating system. The AC unit temporarily becomes thing of the past but that doesn’t mean it’s long forgotten. Credit:Getty Images Do you better cover it with a wrap to protect it from snow and ice? Do you oughta Cover Your AC Unit For Winter? In short: no, you do not need to cover your AC unit for the winter season....

Close those crawl-space vents to keep cold air out. Even today, many homes don’t include a finished basement because of our damp, Southern soils. What you will find is a series of vents along the foundation. Credit:MikePanic / Getty Images But what about when winter rolls aroundshould you close or cover your foundation vents? Vent covers are placed over square or rectangular openings along the foundation. Traditionally homes had metal grilles, but modern homes may use fiberglass or plastic covers....

Heres what it’s crucial that you know to see to it youre barbecue ready come springtime. Frombirdbathstowater faucets, the winter months arent always friendly to outdoor accessoriesyour beloved Weberincluded. A small investment in a well-made cover upfront can extend the lifespan of your grill and prevent future heartbreak. Credit:Getty Images Take your climate into consideration. double-check your grill cover fits well but isn’t too tight. This will allow for some air circulation which helps prevent moisture build-up....