This retro Southern dessert is the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. What makes these desserts upside-down, you may ask? The topping on all of these desserts actually starts in the bottom of the pan. Credit:Stacy K. Allen; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Berry Upside-Down Cake No matter what season, Berry Upside-Down Cake will truly hit the spot. To get the thinnest slices, we recommend using a mandolin....
Modern kitchen gadgets simplify everyday tasks, but some of us miss the old classics. They protect your bread from the elements (i.e. late-night snackers) and you won’t have to hide your baked goods in cabinets when company comes over. Credit:Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Micah Morton; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch Jell-O Molds There’s nothing like avintage congealed treatis there? Not in our eyes. Back in the day, Mama had a Jell-O mold for every season, occasion, and size....
Don’t waste a drop of that liquid gold. The smoky flavor it added was subtle, but it made the crispy crust even more delectable. Add It To Cheese Straws A little bacon fat can make yourcheese strawstaste even better. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Start by using half bacon fat and half oil; work your way up for more bacony flavor. Seal tightly, then shake vigorously to combine. For best results, freeze the bacon fat until firm, then cut it into small pieces....
Heres what to about these infrequent indoor pests. Getty Images Its unsettling when an earwig scuttles across your floor with its fearsome-looking pinchers. But spotting one doesnt mean you necessarily a huge problem. Credit:Getty Images If you see one in your home, its lost and wandering around looking for food or shelter. Theyre not normally found in large numbers indoors. Generally, earwigs are annoying but far less worrisome thanantsin your pantry orcockroachesrunning across the kitchen floor....
Beat the heat and your average cooling bill this summer. Getty Images /Marcia Straub Once the summer months arrives, so does extreme heat. Prepare or Replace Your HVAC Unit Have you noticed high cooling bills in the previous summers? Credit:Getty Images /Marcia Straub It might be cause of a faulty HVAC system or one that needs to be replaced entirely. “It can indicate that refrigerant levels are not in balance....
Guests will never know dessert was from a box! While baking acake from scratchwill produce delicious results, its not the only option for making dessert. Try just one swap or incorporate multiple tricks for the best tasting cake. Credit:Molly Bolton/Southern Living Molly Bolton/Southern Living 1. Many homemade cakes, however, aremade with butter. Melted butter will enhance the flavor of your cake, while providing a moist, tender crumb. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...
We’ve got you covered. The same goes forChicken Pot Piemake a homemade filling but use store-bought pie crust and good ole rotisserie chicken. ThisChicken Tortilla Soup recipefrom Martina McBride is one of our favorites. Credit:Brittany Conerly, Food Stylist: Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman Still on the Tex-Mex spectrum, this 20-minute soupGreen Chile-Chicken Souphas rotisserie chicken to thank for its easy preparation. My personal recommendation is something less pasta and more comforting....
Getty Images So you bought a jar of cream of tartar, now what? Don’t just let it slowly lose potency in the back of the pantry. Put it to good use. Credit:Getty Images But what is cream of tartar? The acidic powder is good for more than just cookies. Not unlikebaking soda, it has uses beyond baking, from cleaning to homemade play dough. Here are some ways to use cream of tartar in your baking and beyond....
Discover the power of essential oils for cleaning with these expert recommendations. Getty Images Everyone wants a clean and healthy home. Essential oils, which are derived from plants, have emerged as useful tools in the cleaning arsenal. Credit:Getty Images Beyond their aromatic appeal, these natural extracts boast potent antimicrobial and cleansing propertiesand smell incredible, too. Essential oils are a fantastic addition to your cleaning routine. Many essential oils have antimicrobial properties that make them perfect for keeping your home clean and fresh....
We’re sharing practical, expert-approved tips to make the most of this versatile ingredient. Its also a go-tocleaning powerhouse. Vinegar is seriously awesome for cleaning, Elizabeth Shields ofSuper Cleaning Service Louisvilletoldus. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Styling: Torie Cox The best part is it’s super eco-friendly and won’t break the bank. Here are some of the many, many uses for vinegar far beyond cleaning. Protect Houseplants Spraying diluted vinegar on houseplants for mold (White Spots) andpowdery mildewworks excellently....
If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Brown W. Cannon III Virginias history, variety, impressive wine industry, andbeautyknow no bounds. The historic innand ale houseHopkins Ordinarymakes for a fantastic place to stay the night. Credit:Brown W. Cannon III The most famous of those 1920s recordings, called the 1927 Bristol Sessions, were those of A.P. Carter and his family, of whom the legend, and reality, still loom large around Bristol today....
If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Holiday magic doesn’t just happen. Disconnect from everyday stress in some of the region’s most luxurious spaces. Credit: High Hampton Who wouldn’t want to sign up for a “Pure Bliss” full-body massage and skin treatment? Splurge for the solace you’re free to only find in the foothills of the Smokies. Private personal training and yoga and pilates classes are also on the menu....
Winter vacation is right around the corner. Courtesy Wintergreen Resort The South is full of variety. This shared througline also carries over to our coldest season. Credit:Courtesy Wintergreen Resort Do you want a cozy cabin weekend or abeachfront getaway? Would you rather spend your time walking along quaint cobbled streets or exploring a bustling city? Savannah, Georgia If you could handle the humidity, theres reallyno bad time to visit Savannah....
