Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox 1. Frying The Breasts Whole When it comes to chicken all pieces are not created equal. These days especially, chicken breasts are quite outsized in comparison to legs and thighs. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox To remedy this, be sure to cut each breast in half crosswise before dredging and frying. Frying pieces that are similar in size will help all of the pieces cook at the same rate....
Hone your skills before making everyone’s favorite side dish. Is it your turn to make the mashed potatoes for theholiday potluckand you want to perfect your technique? Read on for ten mistakes you may be making with mashed potatoes and how to correct them. Credit: Southern Living Using the Wrong Potato For creamy, fluffymashed potatoes, use a potato high in starch. The thick-skinned Russets absorb seasonings, butter, and cream better than any other potato....
A guide to the most popular ways to decorate right now. Truly, theclassic look wont be going anywhereanytime soon. From tried-and-true to new-and-noteworthy, here’s what experts say are the biggesthome decor ideasright now. Credit:Marian Louise Design Fresh Traditional Traditionally decorated living spaces and dining rooms have long been a go-to for Southern interiors. It’s not fully traditional nor is it modern. It’s a fresh, updated take on thetraditional styles, she says....
Say hello to warmer weather with this spring getaway ideas. Orange Beach, Alabama This Gulf Coast getaway is all about taking it slow and easy. Just inland from the beach,Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trailoffers over 15 miles of paved trails for biking. Credit: Robbie Caponetto That makes for a whole lot of catching-up talk. No fancy shoes required. you might even stay atTreehouse Grove, a luxury treehouse resort. Credit: Robbie Caponetto...
Here’s where to hike, explore, and meander in The Peach State. Many of the Peach State’s parks are ready for adventure regardless the season. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources compiles all of The Peach States parks inone placeto help you plan too. Credit:courtesy of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Its like seeing a painting come to life. For those looking to keep their feet on solid ground, there are several rim hikes offering scenic overlooks....
These Iconic Plants Are Suited To Our Climate, Making Them Perfectly At Home Here. Using native plants provides many benefits. Choose options that are from your area, and the climate will likely suit them just fine. Credit:Getty Images You’ll be happy you planted them, and birds, bees, andbutterflieswill be just as glad. This small deciduous tree’s exquisite blossoms show up before the leaves each year. The white blooms it’s known for are actually four petal-like bracts that surround the real flowers....
Sometimes, the grass is greener when there’s less to care for. Maintenance, sustainability, personal stylethere are plenty of reasons to consider an alternative to the traditionalgrass backyard. If you’ve got low-mow, no-maintenance yards on your mind, you’re not alone. Credit: Photography Ralph Anderson Starting to sound like a fairytale? Planning and imagination allow you to create your ownno-mow, easy-maintenance backyard. (No fake stuff required!) Credit: Photo: Ryann Ford Here are no-grass backyard ideas that make maintenance a snap in any season....
Sip on local vino with stunning views. Sipping while viewing the backdrop of rolling hills and green landscapes is breathtaking. At the same time, Dianne is a graphic designer who adds color and life to the bottle labels. Credit:Courtesy Authentic Asheville For an even more exclusive perk, join their wine club. Its limited to just 50 members who receive two half-cases of wine annually. Visitors can also take an in-depth winery tour and grab lunch at their eatery that overlooks the vines....
Plus, it makes the room smell good. Plus, at the end of the festivities, flowers make nice parting tokens for guests. Delicious, inexpensive, and 100% foolproof. Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez, Stylist: Carolyn Chen A little “Hello! I’m so glad you’re here” goes a long way. Put out your best table cloth, the salad forks, the family china, the gravy boat. Credit: Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Christine Keely...
Grandma knows how to make a good first impression. Its easy to make for the gifter but so sweet to receive. Plus, your new neighbors can enjoy it as breakfast, a snack, or dessert! Credit: Photography: Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Karen Rankin Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Molly Bolton Is there anything more universally beloved as chocolate chip cookies? They can freeze individual servings if they have leftovers as well....
Celebrate a special someone with this birthday cake roundup. Classic Birthday Cake Hooray for homemade sheet cake that doesn’t disappoint. This recipe features the flavor and spirit of confetti cake and is finished with vanilla frosting and rainbow sprinkles. Credit:ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; PROP STYLIST: CALEB CLARKE; FOOD STYLIST: EMILY NABORS HALL Pink Champagne Cake Pretty in pink. Say cheers to a two-layer dessert that looks impressive but actually starts with boxed cake mix....
Fried Skillet Potatoes Southern Grandmas know that fried potatoes aren’t just for supper. They’re a great addition to any breakfast spread. Hashbrown Casserole Like fried potatoes, Hashbrown Casserole is not just for supper. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox In fact, we think it’s the ideal companion for a plate of scrambled eggs and bacon. What better way to wake up in the morning? Credit: Caitlin Bensel Credit: Will Dickey...
These chocolate desserts are the family favorites everyone expects at Grandma’s house. We learned some of our best recipes from Grandma, especially when it comes to dessert. Here are the chocolate desserts, from cakes to pies, that she loved, and you will too. Credit:Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley In this rich chocolate pudding cake, a crave-worthy fudgy sauce is created. With a chocolate crust and a chocolate filling, it’s decadent in every sense of the word....
