Old-fashioned divinity candy is always a special treat. Similar to nougat, this old-school candy is made from whipped egg whites, sugar, and corn syrup. The inclusion ofpecansis partly why it has such a close association with the South. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel Learn how to make divinity candy. What Is Divinity Candy? It became popular around the same time as fudge, taffy, and other types of sweet confections....
You may be skeptical about whether bay leaves actually have flavor, but rest assured they most certainly do. Bay leaves are one of the more elusive herbs with a flavor that puzzles people. So what does bay leaf taste like, then? Credit:Getty Images/BURCU ATALAY TANKUT Getty Images/BURCU ATALAY TANKUT What Is A Bay Leaf? Bay leaves are foliage from the bay laurel tree that grows in the Mediterranean. What Does Bay Leaf Taste Like?...
A story about nandina berries and cedar waxwings keeps setting off alarm bells. Nandina, AKA heavenly bamboo and sacred bamboo, is one of those plants you either love or hate. Now those who hate it have another reason to do so. Credit: buburuzaproductions/Getty Images According to posts repeatedly shared across social media, nandina berries poison birds. Somebody found a bunch of dead cedar waxwings in their yards. Upon examination, the deceased birds were stuffed to the gills with nandina berries....
You may also know this moist and buttery cake by another name: Texas Tornado Cake. We promise, there’s nothing like this cake. A recipe for Do Nothing Cake originated in the 1940s, before boxed cake mix existed. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Back then, most cake recipes were complicated, contained lots of ingredients, and required a mixer. This takes the topping from just nutty and sweet to nutty, sweet, and caramel-rich....
How to get these persnickety showstoppers in your own backyard. There’s no denying peonies are the IT flower of late. But for their ubiquity in garden shops every spring, they’re actually quite the featto growevery year. Credit:Alison Miksch Do peonies need full sun? Can they handle heat? Here are a fewplanting pointersso your garden is peony paradisefor you and them. Alison Miksch Where Can Peonies Grow? Peonies like cold winters, and that’s hard to recreatein the South....
Southerners have strong feelings about this controversial food combination. For many people, these two foods go hand-in-hand. To put it simply, it’s a Yankee thing. Credit:Getty Images/bhofack2 As far as cheese on apple pie is concerned, it’s never quite stuck in the Southern states. Why Do People Eat Cheese On Apple Pie? In the 17th and 18th centuries, a dairy-based sauce often topped English pies, such as custard. Credit:ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; PROP STYLING: MISSIE NEVILLE CRAWFORD; FOOD STYLING: TORIE COX...
This preserves your pickles for long-term storage. David Tineris chef instructor and director ofLouisiana Culinary Institute in Baton Rouge. Do Pickles Go Bad? Credit:Photography and Styling: Caitlin Bensel The short answer according to Tiner is yes, pickles do go bad. “Most people may think that pickles last forever, but not really,” he explains. “Pickles will eventually spoil if given enough time. “Before the pickle actually spoils, the flavor will start to change,” he says....
Seed packets provide insight on viability and germination rates. Getty Images Growing plantsfrom seedis a fun way to participate in the whole lifecycle. Seed companies grow plants and then collect and dry the seeds to sell. Credit:Getty Images Some seeds can last for a couple of years, while others can last longer. They don’t exactly expire but the germination rates can decline. Here’s what to know when using seeds from previous seasons....
Whether referred to as a sercy ora happy,hostess giftsare a small gesture from a guest. As a culture of etiquette, Southern visitors know not to arrive anywhere empty-handed. After all, we inherited graciousness from ourmatriarchsand know social standards and expectations nearly by heart. Credit: George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images And if we might falter, we can always refer to Amy Vanderbilt or Emily Post. According to the latter, A gift is a lovely way to thank your host for their hospitality....
I’ve been using the same jar of nutmeg to makegingerbread cookiesfor decades. ), read on. How Long Do Spices Last? When in doubt, look for the best before date on the back or bottom of the spice jar. How Can I Tell if My Spices Have Gone Bad? Or has it dulled in color, with little scent and next to no taste? If you cant remember when you bought your spices, its likely time to throw them out....
Here’s how long you’re free to keep your baking decorations in your pantry. Sprinkles are often on hand, but overlooked when it comes time to refresh baking ingredients. It happens to every baker. Credit: Getty Images Should you be concerned if your sprinkle jars have accumulated dust? Here’s what experts want you to know about your baking decor. Do Sprinkles Expire? “But sprinkles have other colorants and additives that can cause spoilage....
How do you make your gumbo? Thank you notes, homemade pimiento cheese, and seersucker to name a few. However, when we do disagree, we disagree with a stubbornness that could rival any mean donkey. Credit: Becky Stayner; Styling: Lindsey Lower For example,how you pronounce pecan(puh-KAHN or PEE-can? ), where Brunswick stew originated (Georgia or Virginia? ), or even if you putpotato salad on top of your gumbo. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Dailey...
They just dont work. We’d do just about anything to send these invaders packing. In the parlance, that’s what’s known as throwing the baby out with the bathwater. Credit: Getty Images Not surprisingly, homeowners are looking for easy solutions that don’t contain toxins or explosive content. I tried an ultrasonic pest repeller to get rid ofunwanted guests, and here are the results. Pest Control Methods Blowing up your house, obviously, is not an option....
