Here are our favorite ways to turn your garden into a blooming oasis with a trellis. These landscaping stars can stabilize tall-growing plants and create uniquely whimsical sanctuaries smack dab in the middle of thegarden. First, get the infrastructure in place, then set the stage with the right blooms. Credit:ALISON GOOTEE; Styling by Dakota Willimon Add these 45 trellis ideas to your vision board and get ready for your garden to bloom....
Our best cakes, pies, cookies, and more! Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox There’s nothing we love more than a make-ahead recipe. We gathered dozens of make-ahead dessert options so you might be prepared regardless of the occasion. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox It can be made ahead of time for extra easy entertaining. Just add the topping to the top of the cheesecake just before serving. It can also be stored in the freezer for up to three months....
Ring in the next year with these easy and delicious snacks. They are best fresh from the oven, so bake one batch at a time and serve warm. Combine cheddar and blue cheese with cream cheese for the yummiest cheese ball combination. Credit:Dane Tashima; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Form the cheese ball into a yule log before rolling it in crushed pecans for some extra holiday cheer....
Our favorite cookies, cakes, pies, and more! But we can’t resist pecan desserts. We grew up snacking on pecan pralines and we know that noThanksgiving dessert spreadis complete without a classicpecan pie. Credit:Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood After all, the smell of roasting butter pecans is the signature scent of Southern holidays. We’ve compiled our favorite classic and inventive pecan desserts to spice up your holiday table this year....
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Pot roast is a dinnertime staple. You probably have your go-to recipe memorized at this point. From homemadedinner rolls, to quick and easy salads, there’s something for everyone and every skill level. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox They absorb all the juicy goodness from the roast. Easy Cauliflower Casserole Cheddar cheese and sour cream make this dish ultra creamy and gooey. So much so, even the pickiest of eaters will leave behind only clean plates....
When it comes to a home,smallshould not mean claustrophobic. There are countless opportunities to take advantage of when short on available space in tiny, often-overlooked areas. Being smart about small space decorating is essential. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn Corley employed a favorite tiny-kitchen trick by covering the appliances with matching cabinet panels. Designer Amie Corley created an inviting sitting area in her office for clients and friends alike. In the sitting room, a sofa coordinates with the walls....
They’re as storied as they are delicious. We’re talking soda-spiked batters and even the predecessor of red velvet cake named after its reddish brownmahoganyhue. These vintage,classic cakesare as storied as they are delicious. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox The fruit-filled, bourbon-spiked, meringue-topped cake is a cultural throwback that deserves a try. This classic recipe is rich, chocolatey, moist, and perfect for any occasion. That someone deserves an award. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...
From picture frame molding to paneling, millwork can completely transform a space. As a small detail that makes a big difference, wall molding deserves a revisit. It is a punch in of decorative millwork that is used to enhance a room’s design. Credit:Anna Routh Barzin Common types include chair rails, picture rails, wainscoting, beadboard, board-and-batten, and picture frame molding. No matter what room in your home, there are endless possibilities with something sure to suit your space....
There is something about football and “Friday Night Lights” that just gets us inspired. For a show about high schoolfootball games, this small-town series somehow came to embody a certainSouthern culture. We will strive to live our lives with “clear eyes, full hearts” just like the Panthers. Credit: NBC/Getty Images Here are our favorite motivational quotes from “Friday Night Lights.” Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living Credit:Southern Living...
We’re always on the hunt for company-worthy recipes that involve few ingredients and little hands-on time. Bonus points if they don’t require turning on the oven. Serve with bread or crackers for a fancy spin on the usual cheese plate. Credit:Frederick Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley And when dipped in creamy Miso-Sesame Butter, the humble roots couldn’t be tastier. On a hot summer day, nothing hits the spot like this refreshing dip....
Show up to the party with these easy-to-bring favorites! Our lineup includes anything that can bemade ahead of timeand easily transported. Here are some of our favorite recipes for your next covered dish dinner party. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox This recipe skips the mayo and ops for a tangy vinaigrette to keep it light and bright. Celery, scallions, bacon, and tender herbs add ample flavor and texture to the roasted spuds....
Make dinnertime a breeze with these delicious recipes. If you’re in need of an easy recipe, nothing is better than a one-dish dinner recipe. Top with cheese while still hot until nice and melted. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Lasagna Soup Enjoy all the flavors of lasagna without all the dirty dishes and time-consuming layering. This lasagna-inspired soup is ready in just 25 minutes and only dirties up one pot....
There are three things Southerners take very seriously: fried food, college football, and good manners. There are three things Southerners take very seriously: fried food, college football, and good manners. These quotes about manners remind us why they are so important. Credit: H. Armstrong Roberts/ClassicStock/Getty Images It’s never too late to refresh your memory on a few Southern values or to learn something new. Check out some of our favorite quotes about the significance of polite manners....
