Creamy mushroom sauce makes beef filets even more special. see to it to scrape up every last bit of it from the bottom of the pan. Today, it’s a great dish to make when you’re looking for a comforting and inexpensive meal. Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Ingredients 4(6-oz. 3garliccloves, finely chopped (1 Tbsp.) Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high until smoking....

You wont be left fishing for compliments when you present your snackle box to a crowd. Meet the snackle box. It’s everything you love about acharcuterie boardpacked in a tackle box to take on the go. Credit: Getty Images/Beo88 In addition to the display being fitting for summer, it’s also practical. You’re able to transport the tasty goods from place to place without any spillage or hassle. As a bonus, any avid fishermen in the vicinity will be delighted....

A cookie so easy you might have a batch any time you want. Of course, theyre also perfect when served all on their own. Why Use Cream of Tartar in Snickerdoodles? Credit:Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless It also prevents sugar in the cookie dough from crystalizing into crunchiness. The cream of tartar also helps keep the cookie airy and fluffy during baking. Can You Make Snickerdoodles Ahead?...

The name says it all: they’remuffins, but with the flavor ofsnickerdoodle cookiesand the richness ofdoughnut holes. These mini muffins are so easy to make, but you will need a 24-hole mini muffin pan. Perfect for aspecial brunchorholiday breakfast, this recipe makes two dozen muffins in under an hour. Credit: Alison Miksch; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: Torie Cox The nextbrunchat your house will be a hit when you make these delicious doughnut hole muffins....

Buttery, delicate snowball cookies are a holiday favorite. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Classic snowball cookies are tender, short, and buttery. They have a melt-in-the-mouth texture that is second to none. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox They might be reminiscent of winter’s snow, but they shouldn’t be confined to the holiday season. What Are Snowball Cookies? That’s just one reason these cookies are so beloved during the busy holiday season....

Approximately 7 years ago, holiday snowflake cookies were the first cookies I ever decorated. That first batch didn’t look quite as good as my most recent attempt. Like real snowflakes, each cookie is unique and entirely customizable. Credit: Zoe Denenberg; Prop Styling: Rachel Mulcahy These snowflake sugar cookies are also a great non-denominational option for mixed households or seasonal cookie swaps. Snip a very small opening (approx. 1/2 cm) in tip of 1 piping bag (for piping-consistency icing)....

This vanilla bean pavlova is a beauty to behold. While some folks assume thatvanilla dessertsare boring, this towering showstopper is anything but! Why Is It Called Pavlova? Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman Do You Start Pavlova In A Cold Oven? Can You Make This Pavlova Ahead? The meringues can be made a day or two ahead and stored in airtight containers at room temperature. How Do You Serve This Pavlova?...

The Big White Cake has been a tradition at Southern Living since 1995. The Big White Cake has been a tradition atSouthern Livingsince 1995. We’ve topped this year’s white cake with Cream Cheese Buttercream. Don’t forget the show-stopping Cake Ball Ornaments when finally displaying your cake. pkg.cream cheese, softened 1cupsalted butter, softened 2(16-oz.) pkg.powdered sugar 2tablespoonswhole milk 1/4teaspoonsalt Additional Ingredient Cake Ball Ornaments Directions Preheat oven to 350F. Beat sugar and butter at medium speed with a heavy-duty stand mixer until fluffy, 3 to 5 minutes....

Shhh…we wont tell your Mama if you dont. Patina, however, doesnt have to occur on such a grand scale. Even the most common household objects can develop patina over time, giving them an undeniably sophisticated look. Credit:Voisine/Getty Images Tom Hooper is co-owner and co-craftsman behindASL Pewter, a renowned pewter shop in Ste. How Does Patina Form? Metalworking as been a part of Jason Fredricks family for over 30 years. Credit: Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Barbara Schmidt...

Instagram/@annamary_nails_ What Are Soap Nails? Nudes and baby pinks, sometimes mixed together, make up the look. Moreover, adding a glossy top coat will make it look professional. Credit:Getty Images/Hulton Archive/Stringer Either option still aims to have that your nails but better look with a glossy finish. In this instance, trust the professional, and ask to see the layered look before committing to it! What’s not to love? *Credit:Instagram/@annamary_nails_* OPI Put It In Neutral nail color....

A cute name, a better cake. Sock it to me cake is a 1960s classic that’s still beloved today. Its hard to imagine a Bundt cake more delicious than this! Credit:Hannah Zimmerman / Southern Living Hannah Zimmerman / Southern Living What Is a Sock It to Me Cake? At first glance, this might look like a deliciously simpleBundt cake, drizzled with vanilla icing on top. How Did This Cake Get Its Unique Name?...

Seal the deal with a topping of buttermilk whipped cream. Dotdash Meredith Food Studio What could possibly make homemade pancakes so good they deserve the name Million Dollar Pancakes? We’re glad you asked. Credit:Dotdash Meredith Food Studio Recipe Tips From TheSouthern LivingKitchen Ingredients Pancakes: 1 1/2cups(about 6 3/8 oz. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Let batter rest for 5 minutes. Credit:Dotdash Meredith Food Studio Cook Pancakes: Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet; set aside....

A secret ingredient makes the softest chocolate chip cookies you’ve ever eaten. The trick to these soft chocolate chip cookies is vanillainstant pudding mix. Finishing the cookies withflaky saltreally ties everything together, creating the perfect balance between salty and sweet. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey; Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell Learn how to make soft chocolate chip cookies, and surprise your friends with their new favorite dessert. When you’re ready to bake, simply thaw the dough in the refrigerator overnight....