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These holiday party snacks made the Nice List. Toasted pecans, rosemary, and fruit preserves make a delicious pairing for creamy cheese and toasted baguettes. It feels extra-elegant for a holiday soiree. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Styling: Christine Keely Onion Jam With a little planning, you could put this appetizer together in seconds. Make the jam ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for up to two weeks....

Sundried tomatoes, cream, fresh basil, and a touch of white winemarrybeautifully to create a luxurious sauce. See what we did there! Your family will be fighting over all those extra-crispy bits of cheese that browned in the pan. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox French Onion Pasta This one-pot pasta is highly impressive, even for a dinner date or party. The most complicated part is being patient enough to soften all the onions....

Jacky Parker Photography/Moment/Getty Images Garden quotes do all kinds of things. Other quotes encourage and inspire the gardeners who work hard tilling, planting, growing, and harvesting. Credit:Jacky Parker Photography/Moment/Getty Images Credit:SrdjanPav/Getty Images Credit:Southern Living/Grace Canaan Credit:Southern Living/Grace Canaan Credit:Southern Living/Grace Canaan Credit:Southern Living/Grace Canaan Credit:Southern Living/Grace Canaan Credit:Southern Living/Grace Canaan

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox What would dinnertime in the South be without trustycasserole recipes? ), these ideas get it all done for you. It give the dish a vibrant orange hue and lots of rich, cheesy flavor. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Better yet, it will be right at home on the table for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Barbecue Mac and Cheese This super-Southern recipe combines two comfort food favoritesmac and cheese and barbecue....

Everyone knows we’re at the table for the casseroles. Who doesn’t love a good Thanksgiving casserole? More than any other time of year, Thanksgiving is a holiday that skillfully celebrates the art ofhomemade casseroles. Credit: Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Torie Cox We’re not just talking about the classic green bean casserole or famous mac and cheese, either. Hold these coveted recipes tightly because everyone will want your delicious secrets....

Nothing brings us together like these classic recipes, from creamy casseroles to jiggly jello salads. It’s time to break out the covered dishes for these nostalgic reunion recipes. Here are 42 classic dishes you’ll always catch at a Southern family homecoming. Credit:Stacy K. Allen; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Double up this recipe for a version that fits in your 9x13 casserole dish to feed more people....

Whether you say pee-can or peh-kahn, these pecan recipes are some of the best we’ve ever tasted. Pecans add sweet, buttery, nutty flavoring to any dish. Here are some new and timeless pecan recipes it’s crucial that you try. Credit:Stacy K. Allen; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely These flourless creations make a brownie-like cookie, which is light and airy but still crispy on the outside. These will be your new favorite cookie between the toasted pecans and gooey chocolate....

From pasta to sides, everything’s better with plenty of Parmesan cheese. If tomatoes aren’t in season, swap in thinly sliced radishes, carrots, or cucumbers. Broccoli-Parmesan Soup Parmesan’s famed umami brings depth and richness to the most verdant of vegetables. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Spicy Cheese Twists Puff pastry + Parm = an appetizer you might’t put down! Garlic-Parmesan Green Beans Parmesan guarantees your kids will gobble up these green beans....

Turn to these smart twists on the classic ponytail for a fun new ‘do. Retro High Pony This vintage ponytail hairstyle has been making a major comeback. Bubble Half-Ponytail Make it a half-up ponybut way, way better. Credit: @amberfillerup Use clear elastics to create a “bubble effect” and then cinch each with a fun barrette. The sleek look is the easiest way to make your curls look dressed up to the nines....

These delicious recipes will get any party started. For an easy appetizer, serve the shrimp with toothpicks and the honey-garlic sauce for dipping. Your guests would never guess how easy they really are to make. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Once you make this Southern classic once, you’ll be whipping it up every week. These simple Ham Biscuits take well to big-batch preparation. Guacamole Give your guac a Southern spin with the addition of bacon and pimientos....

We have quite a few suggestions for everythingfrom okrato corn, and plenty in between. It’s full of all the summer hits like okra, tomatoes, corn, and lima beans. Zucchini ribbons, fresh yellow corn kernels, and tomatoes add tons of texture and flavor. Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Letting the tomatoes marinate before serving, even if only for about 20 minutes, helps ensure maximum flavor. Creamy Cucumber Salad This salad is a cookout andpicnic staple, and for good reason....

Add some flair to brunette hair. Here are 43 brown hair ideas with blonde highlights to find inspiration. This stunning blend is loaded with personality. Credit:Total Beauty The strongest highlights will call attention to your beaming face. The pure chocolate brown is matched with a neutral beige blonde for a unified palette. Lighter shades on the top tresses give the impression of hours spent basking in the sun. Credit: @suetyrrellstylist...

Kentucky Hot Brown Casserole The Kentucky Derby is in May, after all! So why not celebrate with the city’s most iconic dish served up in a bubbling casserole? Top with maple syrup or powdered sugar for utter perfection. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake Don’t let the simple name of this recipe fool youthis casserole is surprisingly complex. It’s leftover-worthy if we do say so ourselves. All you need is a simple salad and crusty bread and you’ve got a delicious meatless meal....