10 Southern 'Salads' Everyone Should Make At Least Once

Chances are the first time won’t be the last. If you haven’t made our ten favorites listed below, put them on your to-do list. Marking them off will be a delicious accomplishment. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox This classic recipe is one of our favorite, with a dash of all of our favorite ingredients. Pear Salad Oh manthis Southern salad takes the cake! Technically it does include a lettucea single leaf....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 177 words · Victoria Jones

10 Southern Appetizers Everyone Should Make At Least Once

We guarantee they’ll be love at first bite. Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Nobody doesappetizersbetter than the South. Crunchy, salty, creamy, comforting, they cover all the cravings, pleasing guests of all stripes. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Slow-Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs Southerners LOVE a crock-pot meatball. Spicy Cheese Straws There’s nothing more Southern than cheese straws. Some Southern dad decided to smoke cream one day, and boy are we glad he did....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Diana Camacho

10 Southern Brunch Ideas Perfect For Lazy Sundays

Big-Batch Apple-Cinnamon Pancakes Pancakes without flipping? Music to our ears! Give your next batch a little more spice with this recipe idea. Credit:Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Fresh vegetables kale, peppers, herbs combine with eggs, cheese, and cream for an impressive dish. This warm and comforting baked oats dish is exactly what a weekend brunch calls for. The cranberry and orange combination creates the perfect sweet-tart-citrusy balance....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 193 words · Lisa Fuller

10 Southern Cakes Everyone Should Bake At Least Once

And with our ever-growing collection ofcake recipes, theres no shortage of options to choose from. Its heaven in bundt form. The dessert layers tender vanilla cake with fresh berries, raspberry jam, and a luscious Chantilly cream. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Hummingbird Cake This regional gem is practically the definition of tried and true. The blanket of velvety vanilla frosting adds even more magic. Credit:Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 142 words · Matthew Castro

10 Southern Casseroles Everyone Should Make At Least Once

you might’t call yourself a Southerner unless you’ve made every dish on this list. Looking for a quick weeknight dinner? A premade casserolepulled out of the freezerand warmed in the oven is an easy solution. Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen No matter the moment or need, Southerners have a casserole for that. Case in point: There are separate potato casserole recipes for bothfuneralsandcelebrations. From scalloped to twice-baked, thevariations are plentiful....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 258 words · Jade Davis

10 Southern Destinations Our Editors Can't Wait To Visit In 2025

When I polled our team, all kinds of destinations came up. Overdeep adds that shed like to make her trip a triple threat with additional visits toGatlinburgandDollywood. New Orleans, Louisiana Most people who visit New Orleans immediately fall in love. Credit:PETER FRANK EDWARDS BelovedTodayshowhost Hoda Kotb had this to say abouther adoptive hometown: New Orleans has a heartbeat. When the city celebrates, we celebrate. When the city hurts, we hurt....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · Eric Rios

10 Southern Destinations Our Editors Visited For The First Time This Year And Loved

Its one of my favorite ways to count my blessings and find travel inspiration for the coming year. Here are 10 places our editors visited for the first time in 2024 and absolutely loved. Plus, the scenery is really as gorgeous as they say! Credit:ROBBIE CAPONETTO Sadik says shes hoping to return to see the famed foliage next year. Athens, Georgia Robbie Caponetto Deputy editor Lisa Cericola rediscovered Athens, Georgia, this year....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 119 words · Karen Lara

10 Southern Food Brands Our Readers Can’t Live Without

MarsBars/Getty Images Southerners take pride in many things. Family, tradition, and of course food are at the top of the list. Thats why, whenever we have guests from out of town, we never send them home empty-handed. Credit:MarsBars/Getty Images Here are 10 Southern food brands our readers cant help but share with others. After all, its got a twang, as the brands slogan says. It does make a difference, says one reader aboutusing White Lily flour, and were inclined to agree....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 228 words · Christopher Oneal

10 Southern Pies Everyone Should Make At Least Once

We promise, they’re worth the extra effort. Classic Chess Pie This is a pantry staple pie if there ever was one. Fig Pie We have to give some props to themost-searched pie recipe in the South. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Yes, we lovePublix’s version, but nothing beats homemade. The most classic Southern version calls for double crusts, with the top sporting that unmistakeable lattice pattern. Our easy-to-replicate recipe keeps things simple....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 186 words · April Thompson

10 Southern Pies That Steal The Show Every Christmas

But what about all of the spectacular holiday-worthy pies? This recipe features a creamy layer of cheesecake along with the classic pecan pie filling for the ultimate dessert. Creamy, rich chocolate custard is baked in a flaky, buttery pie crust in this can’t-be-beat dessert. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Coconut Cream Pie Save the best for last. Peanut Butter Pretzel Pie The perfect complement to that holiday platter piled high with Christmas cookies....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 238 words · Amy Mitchell

10 Southern Restaurant Chains You Might Still Remember

While these may no longer be in operation, we’re still wishing for a comeback. You might even remember many of these Southern restaurant chains from your own trips with family or friends. It was even showcased in an episode ofSeinfeld. Courtesy The Encyclopedia of Alabama via The Mobile Press-Register. Buffett licensed the name, opening the restaurant in partnership with Outback Steakhouse. As expected, it was known for its burgers and all-American fare....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Nicholas Davis

10 Spring ALDI Finds You Should Add To Your Cart This Month

From your garden to your table, find fresh inspiration with these spring-ready products. Here are ten of the best ALDI finds that were bringing home this month. You also may want to pile them high on a platter at a spring bridal orbaby shower! Credit:Kevin Carter / Contributor/Getty Images Youre just three simple steps away: fire up the package, heat, and serve. Made with twice-baked artisan bread, this crunchy snack lends itself beautifully to a party appetizer....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 178 words · Cheryl Rodriguez

10 Spring Casseroles Just Like Grandma Would Make

From Easter to Mothers Day to laidbackSunday suppers, spring is the season for memorable meals inspired by Grandma. And when it comes tospring casseroles, some of the best ones come straight from Grandmas repertoire. It’s ooey, gooey, and old requires 15 minutes of prep time. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Ham-And-Vegetable Cobbler This casserole tastes like something Grandma would have pulled together after Easter Sunday....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 144 words · Natalie Ross