Spruce up your outdoor space with a fresh coat. You might consider a more traditional selection for afront porchwhile ascreened-inspace leaves more room for playful paint. Nature-Inspired Shades of Greens Pull inspiration for your color palette from the homes surroundings. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn, Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Usinggreen paintcreates a seamless transition from indoors to out and visually connects the porch to its surroundings. Luckily for us, homes in the South almost always have somethingevergreen in the yard....

And while all of these new choices are great, sometimes a classic is just what a party needs. Here are twenty nearly forgotten appetizers that you might count on guests always loving. Conecuh sausage is the star of this recipe that is paired with a slightly sweet dipping sauce. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling Grab a toothpick, and let company enjoy. This spicy and creamy queso is taken up a notch with a layer of creamy guacamole....

Skip the dry shampoo, and try these instead. Scarf Braid It doesn’t get prettier than this quick braid. Then, braid and go! Credit: @kayleymelissa Pinned-Back Middle Part You don’t even need a hair tie for this look. Accessorize with bobby pins on each side of your part for instant style. Half-Up Braid A braid goes a long way when upgrading a simple style like this basic half-up. Credit: @brittsully Easy Half-Up Style It doesn’t get more beginner-friendly than a classic half-up....

These 20 ranch house plans will motivate you to start planning a dream layout for your new home. Ranches are designed with the family in mind. Plan #1973: The Ridge 3,513 Square feet4 bedrooms/4.5baths Build your very own Texas Idea House! Credit: Southern Living The exterior exudes a sense of warmth with the welcoming L-shaped porch and elegant, yet modest columns. The deep, wrap around front porch adds an outdoor living space to the friendly facade....

So, you’re cooking for your in-laws? Don’t worry: These recipes were made to impress. Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Company’s coming! Credit:Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley But not just any company, your mother-in-law and father-in-law are joining you for the weekend. While they’ve told you “Don’t go out of your way!” multiple times…of course you have to go out of your way and plan something special....

There’s no time like the present to perfect these time-tested classics. Joy of Cookinghas gone down in history as one of the greatest cookbooks of all time. Almost 100 years after its publication,Joy of Cookingremains a steadfast source for many home cooks. Once you’ve secured your copy, we have 10Joy of Cookingclassic recipes that every home cook should master. An All-Time Classic What’s the secret to this cookbook’s staying power?...

Referred to as YO-YO (You’re On Your Own) night in some households. And that’s whywe askedour audience what they make when they just don’t feel like cooking. Here are a few recipes that you’ve got the option to make in a pinch. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Add canned chili, veggies, leftovers as you wish," was an idea from Ceci Suhre. We havetopping suggestionsso the whole family can choose their own during the weeknight rush....

Give your desserts and casseroles an extra crunch. The following almond recipes are just a few of our favorite ways to use these crunchy little flavor bombs. Baked Almond French Toast With Maple-Blackberry Syrup Is it breakfast or dessert? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox A hint of almond extract and crunchy almonds on top make this baked French toast a hit. Almond Snowballs Ground toasted almonds give these powdery confections the most lovely, crumbly texture....

From sandwich loaves to French baguettes, put leftover bread to good use with these creative and delicious recipes. Leftover bread on your hands? Not only does bread freeze well, it can be used in so many sweet and savory ways. Credit: Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Loren Wood; Prop Styling: Christine Keely To freeze extra bread, wrap it tightly in aluminum foil and then place inside a ziplock freezer bag. Defrost at room temperature, or in the oven on low (250 F) heat....

Extra cold cuts are useful in so much more than sandwiches. Stopping at the deli counter at the grocery store is always a must. For a true New Orleans style presentation, serve this sandwich with a side ofZapp’schips. Credit: Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall But the star of the sandwich is definitely the salty deli ham. Squishy, sweet Hawaiian rolls are filled withscrambled eggs, savory deli ham, and tangy Cheddar cheese....

You’ll almost feel the ocean breezes. Recreate this classic sandwich at home with our simplified recipe. Grilled Grouper Grouper is on restaurant menus all across the state. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Rebecca Cummins Get your fix at home with this simple grilled preparation topped with a tangy caper-herb sauce. Key West Chicken Fresh citrus is the key ingredient in the marinade for this grilled chicken. Juice and zest from both oranges and limes give it the taste of Florida in every bite....

When the seasons change and life gets busy, it’s easy to get stuck in a rut. Before the winter blues get the best of you, aromantic vacationmight be just what the doctor ordered. Luckily, the South is filled with spectacular destinations to add to yourwinter bucket list. Credit: Getty Images The South is full ofendless possibilities for explorationand romance, and we’re here to help. ExploreTexas wine countryor hit the beaches in Florida....

@colour.jade/Instagram Rose gold has captivated consumers and retailers everywhere. It is a gorgeoushair color trend, and it’s totally wearable. Read on for beautiful rose gold hair colors to inspire you to book a hair color appointment ASAP. Credit:@colour.jade/Instagram Caramel Rose @kimwasabi/Instagram Switch it up for winter with a darker take on rose gold. With caramel hues mixed with rosy balayage, thissunny lookby stylist Kimemily Pham is like a warm sunset....