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When it comes tocolorful kitchendesign, blue is often the first hue to come to mind. Dependingon the shade, green can be modern or classic, simple or statement-making, neon-bright or totally subdued. Alongside some helpful tips and tricks, step inside theseSouthern kitchensto see just how gorgeous green walls can be. Credit: LAUREY W. GLENN proves that a kitchen doesn’t need sprawling walls to add a little green to the scheme. We can’t get enough of these pops of color....

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Whip it, whip it real good. Here’s how to make the most of your immersion blender, from breakfast to dessert. They’re also much easier to clean than a stand blender. Credit:Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Prissy Lee Montiel In some immersion blender varieties, you have more speed control than a regular stand blender too. Some glassmixing vesselsmay not be ideal for mixing in. But what is an immersion blender used for?...

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If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Tell Grandma to get out her good luggage. It’s time to hit the road. Credit: Robbie Caponetto Here are our 17 best multigenerational trip ideas in the South perfect for the whole family. Nightly s’mores for kids of all ages are a given. The pace is slower, here. Credit: Andy Anderson The people are friendlier. The fish are bigger....

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox There is an art to making adelicious sandwich. The little details on a cold sandwich matter. From how you layer on ingredients, to the spread you use on the bread. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Lucky for you, we’ve done that hard work for you with these cold sandwich recipes. It starts with a perfectly ripe tomato, of course. Cucumber Tea Sandwiches You don’t have to be having high tea to enjoy these sandwiches....

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Start a recipe off right. Chicken broth is a pantry staple for a reason. The concentrated chicken flavor it contains adds savory depth to grits, rice, soups, and stews. Credit: Photographer: Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Sure, you could makehomemade brothif you have the time, but store-bought works just as well. Poaching chicken breasts in broth is the secret to tender white meat that isn’t dried out....