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May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 3 words · Teresa Thomas

Thanksgiving Vs. Christmas Cactus: How To Identify Them

Theres even an Easter cactus that blooms in spring. They’re named for the season they bloom in. The differences between these festive cacti are so subtle that they are often accidentally sold as each other. Credit: Nadezhda_Nesterova / Getty Images Luckily the care for each species is the same: moderate light and watering about once a week. Erin Marinois lifecycle marketing director atThe Sill. The Easter cactus is part of theRhipsalidopsisgenus and is also native to Brazil....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 410 words · Stephanie Miller

That Buttermilk In Your Fridge Isn't Actually Buttermilk

So what is it then? From the bestbiscuitsto tangy, saucycoleslaw, these terms became one-in-the-same. So then, what’s the “real” thing? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox We talked to buttermilk experts (yes, that’s a real thing!) What’s “Real” Buttermilk? “The fat solidifies into butter, leaving behind a tangy liquid known as buttermilk,” Shasteen says. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox So What’s in My Fridge? The process is not altogether different from the way that yogurt is formulated at a large scale....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 181 words · Shelly Freeman

The "Controversial" Trick Southern Grandmas Use For Getting Rid Of Loose Threads On Clothes

It might be wonky, but it works. One such tip addresses the pesky issue of dealing with loose threads on your clothing. Even cutting loose threads with scissors risks the same issues. Credit:Getty Images/Graphic House/Staff Instead, you’re able to eliminate loose threads without damaging your clothes by burning them off. Yes, you’ve got the option to easily get rid of loose threads by burning them. Then, let the flame burn down to the seam or base....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 165 words · Christopher Sandoval

The $2.99 Trader Joe's Pantry Staple I Will Always Keep On Hand For Holiday Guests

Dont let crumbly crackers ruin your homemade appetizers. Complete your spread with a trusted cracker that can stand up to the warm, melted cheese. Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez Courtesy of Trader Joe’s. Credit:Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer Credit:Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Credit:PHOTO: VICTOR PROTASIO; FOOD STYLING: MELISSA GRAY; PROP STYLING: GINNY BRANCH Credit:Monica Farber

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 60 words · Ashley Lucas

The $3.99 Trader Joe’s Freezer Find I Make When I Can’t Be Bothered To Cook

After finally making my firstTrader Joesrun in 2024, the grocery store has quickly become my saving grace. I now almost exclusively buy groceries here, because the store always seems to meet me where Im at. If I want to make elegant and elaborate homemade meals, I can find everything I need here. Credit: John Greim / Getty Images And if I simply dont feel like cooking at all, I can head straight to the freezer section....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 182 words · Alyssa Madden

The $59 Area Rug That's a Best-Seller Year After Year

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. It’s currently on sale if you hurry. Home furnishing brandBirch Lanemakes a gorgeous handmade rug that does all that and more. Credit: Courtesy of Birchlane Buy It:$59 (orig. $72);birchlane.com Made from 100 percent nontoxic polypropylene, theall-weather rugworks indoors and outdoors alike. Unexpected downpours are common in the South, so this rug’s water resistance will really come in handy. Credit: Courtesy of Birchlane...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 112 words · Kevin Morrow

The 1 Common Household Cleaning Ingredient You Should Never Mix With Drain Cleaner

Combining these chemicals produces a harmful gas. Getty Images The drain is blocked. You pourdraincleaner down the pipes to unclog it. Credit:Getty Images Then, nothing seems to happen so you pour bleach down the drain, too. The more chemicals, the better for removing the blockage, right? Wrong.Mixing chemicalstogether can have adverse reactions and negative consequences for your health and home. You don’t want to create a science lab in your home with bad experiments causing havoc....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 256 words · Mark Christian

The 1 Simple Upgrade That Makes Store-Bought Pies Taste Homemade

Just 10 minutes and a few common ingredients makes pre-made pie look professional. That’s OK, because we can help you pull off a little trickery. Here’s a trick for making even the most basic-looking store-bought pie look pastry-chef chic. Credit:GREG DUPREE; FOOD STYLIST: TORIE COX; PROP STYLIST: CHRISTINE KEELY You get to sweeten and flavor it as you like. Add any flavors or extracts before beating. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 86 words · David Delacruz

The 1 Type Of Biscuits You Probably Haven't Tried—But Should

Pull-apart bread meets biscuits in this easy and crowd-pleasing recipe. Joe Keller Just like withcornbreadandpimiento cheeserecipes, Southerners have a lot of pride about their most prizedbiscuit recipe. Perhaps your secret ingredient iscream cheese,buttermilk, or eggs (which is Joanna Gaines go-to). Credit:Joe Keller Or maybe the technique is what makes your biscuits stand out? What Are Pat-in-the-Pan Buttermilk Biscuits? According to Willis, biscuits are like people; they are better when they rise together....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 267 words · Dustin Moore

The 1-Ingredient Upgrade For A Better Turkey Brine (That's Probably In Your Fridge)

You’ll need it for the cornbread and pie, too. Others wouldn’t dareroast a turkeywithout hours (even days) of marinating in the seasoning liquid. Wet brines are too messy; dry brines are too sticky. Credit:Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle It adds no flavor; it’s the only way to add flavor. The battles go on and on. There are few recipes that aren’t made better with buttermilk, especiallybiscuitsandpieandbreadandcoleslaw, and especially thisglazed donut cake....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 262 words · Christopher Higgins

The 10 Best All-Inclusive Girlfriend Getaways In The South

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. These luxury resorts offer something for every bang out of traveler. Our region is full of excellentall-inclusive resortsbuilt to cater to your every need and interest. Credit: Little Palm Island Resort & Spa There are activities for everyone, from paddle boarding and kayaking to cooking and cocktail tasting. Pick one of these destinations, and enjoy an all-inclusive getaway with your girlsno worrying about split checks required....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Autumn Brock

The 10 Best All-Inclusive Resorts In Texas For Your Next Trip

Find everything from dude ranches to wellness resorts to family-friendly hotels. Some offer add-on packages so you have the option to include the cost of your meals with your stay. Complimentary activities include mountain biking, catch-and-release fishing, and paddle boating on the on-site lake. Credit:Courtesy Rough Creek Lodge & Resort Gratuities are also included, as well as access to spa facilities such as steam rooms and hot tubs. This resort also has quite possibly the most comfortable beds everthe feather mattresses feel like sleeping on a cloud....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 366 words · William Webb