38 Vintage Southern Pie Recipes We Will Always Love

These will always be in our recipe tin. The hotly contested Coconut Cream versus the Coconut Custard Pies. Sorghum, banana split, cherry, bourbonwe could go on and on. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox These are theclassic pie recipesthat have stood the test of time. They’ve been enjoyed by families for generations and will continue to be staples for years to come. We bring the key ingredients of the beloved cakechocolate, pecans, coconuttogether in a delicious pie....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 734 words · Sandra Macias

39 Christmas Prayers And Blessings To Share With The Whole Family

Sweet memories are made when the right thing is said. Take a look at these Christmas prayers and blessings that will make your holiday special. The Christmas season is, at its core, a celebration of life. Credit: Caiaimage/Robert Daly/Getty Images Do as Mama would do: Celebrate the occasion with a mindful Christmas prayer. May our Christmas dinner be filled with kindness. And may the memories of today warm our hearts for years to come....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 522 words · Marc Schwartz

39 Classic Mardi Gras Recipes To Let The Good Times Roll

You don’t have to be in New Orleans to enjoy the party with these recipes. Make it ahead of time, and stock your freezer with the rich Cajun gumbo. Crawfish Boil Nothing screams spring in New Orleans quite like a crawfish boil. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis Let our recipe make yours easier than ever. Make a double batch of cooked rice to spin this inexpensive staple into countless meals....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 407 words · Jimmy Valdez

39 Easy Christmas Eve Appetizers To Welcome Your Holiday Guests

You don’t have to spend hours making a fabulous dish. Most of these recipes can easily be doubled or tripled if you host a large crowd. No matter what recipe you choose, these Christmas Eve appetizers look impressive. Credit: Southern Living Whip these dishes up at the last minute with little to no effortconsider this ourChristmas giftto you! Make this Christmas Eve dish simpler by using frozen meatballs. Welcome your guest with this festive fragrance that will add to everyone’s holiday spirit....

May 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1247 words · Aaron Jenkins

39 Easy Pumpkin Recipes Full Of Fall Flavor

These pumpkin recipes are so gourd, you’ll be making them all fall long. So enjoy our best pumpkin recipes and let the sweetor savorytaste of pumpkin be a part of every meal. Pumpkin Pie Cake Molly Bolton No more deciding between making cake or pie with this best-of-both-worlds dessert. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Its richly spiced filling and tender yet crisp crust are sure to earn you a round of applause....

May 4, 2025 · 5 min · 1016 words · Daniel Archer

39 Inspiring Jimmy Carter Quotes To Live By

From faith to failure, Former President Jimmy Carter has wise words for hard times. Credit:Drew Angerer/Getty Images Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 33 words · Michael Hinton

39 Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole Recipes You Will Love

From pancake bakes to make ahead egg casseroles, these easy recipes will carry you through a busy weekend. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Mornings are usually the most hectic times of the weekday. Weekend mornings should feel special and just a touch indulgentthat’s where these make-aheadbreakfast casserolescome in. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Make the most of lazy weekend mornings with a comforting breakfast casserole. breakfast is the coziest meal for a chilly fall morning....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 795 words · Tina Clark

39 Old-School Thanksgiving Recipes To Make This Holiday

We’ve unearthed some of the most storied Thanksgiving recipes our region has to offer. Evenfirst-time Thanksgiving hostscan whip these up. We have a feeling these comforting, old-school recipes will become tradition at your Thanksgiving table. Credit:Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley It comes together quickly, so its a perfect last-minute addition for some color on your sideboard. Cornbread Dressing With Chicken Molly Bolton Cornbread dressing is just about as old-school as it gets....

May 4, 2025 · 5 min · 872 words · Elizabeth Gay

4 Beach Getaways With Homes Big Enough For The Whole Family

Traveling tothe beachwith a big family or a group of friends? Thats becausemultigenerational travelis on the rise, as people of all ages combine family-time with vacation-time. The solution is a large home equipped for a big family, the more amenities, the better. Credit: Peter Frank Edwards Beachhimself, Stephen Leatherman. The town is quintessential Old Florida, and the locals like it that way. Thats why youll find beach houses rather than high rises and hotels....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 289 words · Paul Moore

4 Best Ornamental Cherry Tree Types For Southern Yards

Cherry blossom trees bring stunning spring flowers, rapid growth, handsome bark, and colorful autumn leaves. Learn how to grow your own. When these trees bloom, the show is stunning. Credit: Van Chaplin These trees do produce small fruit, but they are known for their spring blossoms. Their fruits are pretty sour, not like the sweet fruit ofPrunus avium. Blooms appear as early as January in warmer weather. Credit: Photo: Art Meripol...

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Steven Potts

4 Easy Ways To Mash Potatoes Without A Masher When You're In A Pinch

No need to panicand no need to rush out to the shop. you’ve got the option to make mashed potatoes without a masher to help you. Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Picture this: You have meticulously planned your holiday celebrations. Credit:Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall The timer goes off, and your potatoes are ready to mash. No need to panicand no need to rush out to the shop....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Louis Jones

4 Expert Tips For Traveling With Gifts This Holiday Season

Here are four top tips from Amber Kemp-Gerstel, Miami-based crafting connoisseur and Scotch Brand gift-wrapping expert. Amber Kemp-Gerstelis the Miami-based crafting connoisseur behindDamask Loveand aScotch Brandgift-wrapping expert. But is that something you’re able to feasibly pack if you’re flying to your destination? Credit:Brie Williams; Stylist: Alya Hameedi So shop with the specifics of your journey in mind. Alternatively, avoid packing headaches altogether and just ship that bulky gift ahead of time....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · Michelle Howard

4 Fireplace Maintenance Tasks You Should Complete Before Lighting Your First Fire This Winter

‘Tis the season to fire up the hearth. But, there’s still maintenance involved, and you will need to clean dust and debris annually. You should also inspect gas connections and valves annually. Credit:Getty Images/Andreas von Einsiedel Gas isn’t something to be taken lightly! confirm you turn the gas off before conducting any maintenance or cleaning. With a brush and a shovel, you’ll be an expert chimney sweep in no time....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · Luis Davis