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Celebrate the season with something sweet. Dotdash Meredith Food Studio Nostalgic dessertsare more popular than ever these days. Either way, we can’t argue with the deliciousness of these 10 spring-inspired recipes. Credit:Dotdash Meredith Food Studio And best of all, it comes together easily thanks to a yellow cake mix. Buttermilk and sour cream keep the dessert from being overly sweet. Of course, if you prefer whipped cream on top, you might do that too....

Due for a stair remodel? Find some inspiration with these stair railing ideas. Never underestimate the power of a stair railing. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn Matching the proper railing to thestaircaseis essential for creating a cohesive space and establishing the aesthetic of your home. This list of stair railing design ideas will help you get started. Keep It Classic Keep it classic with a dark wood handrail and white balusters....

Steps for pound cake perfection. Pound cake is aSouthern baking favorite, available in a seemingly endless variety. Our Test Kitchen breaks down some critical steps to distinguish between a baking disaster and pound cake perfection. Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller Prepare the recipe as directed, and use name-brand ingredients. Store brands of butter may contain more liquid fat and flour more hard wheat, making the cake heavy....

They also love the heat and never stop blooming. Weeding and watering are my two least favorite gardening activities, especially in summer. Thoroughmulchingtakes care of the first issue, but reducing the second also requires choosing the right plants. Credit: Steve Bender I prefer those that sip, not gulp. like understand that I am talking about plants that are growing in the ground, not containers. Just give them plenty of sun and well-drained soil....

This condiment has a lot of cleaning power. annick vanderschelden photography / Getty Images Ketchup is one of the most versatile condiments around. Ketchup is also a key ingredient fortopping our meatloafand flavoring ourbaked beans. Credit:annick vanderschelden photography / Getty Images There’s something about that sweet, tangy mixture of tomato and vinegar that really amps up flavor. We never knew how useful the sweet acidity of ketchup could be outside of the kitchen, though....

How to navigate the trickier points of dining etiquette. You could recite some table etiquette rules in your sleep: Keep yourelbows off the table. Place the napkin in your lap. Credit: Digital Vision / Getty Images Don’t speak with your mouth full. Here are 10 table manner mistakes you should avoid: 1. Passing Food in the Wrong Direction Always pass dishes to your right. The counterclockwise order is essential when there are multiple dishes to be shared....

A little brisket makes everything better. Slow-Cooker Chipotle Brisket Sliders Smokychipotle peppers in adobogive leftover brisket a spicy kick. Sheet Pan Nachos Sheet pan nachos are the ultimate weeknight splurge. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Dailey Instead of ground beef or chicken, use beef brisket to make them even more fun. We love this version withpulled pork, but leftover brisket would be equallyif not more sodelicious....

Keep these tips in mind before hitting up the Texas-based burger chain. If youre a Whataburger novice, here are 10 tips to keep in mind before making a pilgrimage. The restaurant also has quite the following for its breakfast offerings. Credit: Whataburger Just dont expect to get them all day. There Are Two Types Of Ketchup No, were not talking about two brands. Whataburger makes not one but two varieties of ketchup in house....

(The chances of winning the lottery for a single-day ticket is roughly 0.55%.) Here are 10 tips and tricks I learned from my first Masters experience. Congrats on your second win,Scottie! Credit: Tony Roberts/Getty Images The 1-foot-tall collectors item has been sold since 2016, each year with new design. But dont be afraid to combine menu items to suit your taste. And dont sleep on the dessert. Credit:Getty Images Both the peach ice cream sandwich and white chocolate pecan cookie were delightful....

Your go-to store can facilitate some of your favorite gatherings and allow you to make beloved family dishes. The aisles are places to socialize with neighbors and find weekly inspiration. (Bye, bye butter tortillas.) Courtesy of Wegmans. My tour de grocer came to an abrupt stop when I stumbled into my local Wegmans. Today, three generations later, the Wegman family continues to fire off the business across nine states. Before you grab a buggy, let me be your guide....

Out with the old. Did you go through a baking phase or a candy-making phase? I can guess that you also probably have some items in your kitchen that no longer serve a purpose. Credit: Photo: Laurey W. Glenn If you entertain often, Peak suggests adding a few more to accommodate guests. Store the containers with their lids on so there’s no need for those systems, says White. Knife Block Knife blocks are big and take up valuable counter space....

From Southern team pride to competitive brackets. Getty Images/Stew Milne/Contributor Sure, there are many reasons to look forward to spring. The temperatures are finally warming up, and occasions likespring breakandEasterare around the corner. Credit:Getty Images/Stew Milne/Contributor You might hear this coming from fans of colleges whose basketball programs have hit the spotlight. “SEC, SEC!” This can be heard chanted across the Southbecause 7 of the Sweet 16 teams are SEC schools this year....

Their favorite condiment might surprise you! The Georgia-based chains menu is familiar and dependable, from its chicken entrees to its bevy of sauces. However, not every menu item is created equal, and some have becomeundeniable favorites. Credit:Getty Images/Justin Sullivan The overwhelmingly top answer amongst our readers was Chick-fil-As chicken sandwich meal with waffle fries. Moreover, a majority made sure an important distinction was made: with extra pickles. And who said that Southerners dont eat vegetables?...