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These hidden house-cleaning powers go beyond the laundry room. Odds are, dryer sheets are already a part of your everyday life and live inside your laundry room. But these fluffy sheets can be used in amazing ways beyond the dryer. Credit: AnthonyRosenberg/Getty Images They work even more easily than a paper towel. Something to think about the next time you burn tomato sauce! Save the elbow grease and use a dryer sheet on the stubborn food residue instead....

And it’s not for the sake of penny pinching. These are 13 things youd never find a Southerner throwing out in the kitchen. UseIvy Odoms hackto make an easy cucumber-onion salad. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Stylist: Matthew Gleason And dont let that last bit of Dijon go to waste either! The same can be done with the last of a jar of preserves for a fruity vinaigrette. Youll never catch a Southern throwing out bacon grease, or worse pouring it down the drain....

Known to locals as the Edge of America, Folly is everything abeach townshould be. Complimentary breakfast andhappy hourare provided daily, plus a free shuttle to the beach. Don’t miss theireggs Benedict, which they top with fried green tomatoes. Credit: Riddhish Chakraborty Its menu focuses on food from local farmers and fishermen. Try one of the Signature Crushes, fruity sippers with flavored liquors that pack a punch. Order from the bar, play pool or Ping-Pong, and take in the live music....

Case in point: Ocala, Florida. This central Florida town located betweenGainesvilleandOrlandois blessed with gorgeous vistas at every turn. And just because it’s not on the coast doesn’t mean water is in short supply. Credit: Getty Images / MichaelWarrenPix Visit Ocala during winter, from mid-December to mid-March, after the wet season has ended. The weather is dry, warm, and pleasant. Ocala trades salty surf for crystal-clearfreshwater poolsthanks to the area’s many natural springs....

With no shortage of family-friendly fun, Round Rock is the place to get away. Here are a few of my favorite places to recommend to visitors. What to Do Sink your teeth into a donut or a kolache. PHOTO: CYNTHIA J DRAKE. For larger appetites, go for the over-footlong Texas-sized donut. Or order a fruit or sausage kolache, another Texas breakfast favorite. roundrockdonuts.com, 106 W. Liberty Ave., Round Rock, TX...

Fill up the cart with all your faves. No cheese straw is the same, and every bag a new possibility. Niche brands, too, like Bama (which is actually made by C.F. Credit:Alice S. Hall / ©Touchstone Television/courtesy Everett Collection MoonPies Did you know thatMoonPieswere developed by a traveling salesman? It still doesnt get more Southern than a MoonPieright down to the selection of grocery stores that serve them. Steen’s Syrup Steen’smakes pure cane syrup and molasses out of Abbeville, Louisiana....

Invited to a New Year’s Eve party? Read on for etiquette tips that will help you have a fun night and score an invitation next year. Read on for our best advice. Credit: Stanton Stephens/Getty Images Respond To The Invite Either Way Promptlylet your host knowyou’ll be attending their soiree. This not only shows your enthusiasm but also helps your host with planning. Sometimes parties are kept small intentionally, so ask the host for permission first....

It’s time to go rummaging through the attic. Curious what top dollar items could be hiding in your grandma’s house? “Oyster plates are wildly expensive. Credit:Hunt and Hostess Some go for upwards of $1,000 a pop. This valuable pottery has seen a resurgence in recent years, and is a favorite of collectors. Or go pure kitsch and just decorate with a whole set of it,” says Chamlee. Credit:Virginia Chamlee But that doesn’t mean its primary value is monetary....

Explore Kentucky’s most enticing waterfalls, including the Niagara Falls of the South. Kentucky Tourism There are few things more relaxing than a waterfall. Some of the state’s falls are hidden away, reachable only byhiking trails. Credit:Kentucky Tourism Theres something to see at these falls any time of year. Spring and summer are good times to visit when temperatures warm and the landscape awakens. Dont dismiss a visit during winter, when some of the waterfalls are frozen and snow-covered....

These tips will help you get tender, moist, delicious results. We love a good pound cake. It is light and fluffy, and there are so many differentpound cake recipesto try. Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Mary Clayton Carl Jones; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall However, when it comes to baking them, there are a lot of pitfalls to watch out for. Avoid these mistakes to ensure you make the perfect pound cake recipe every time....

This classic checked print can add whimsy to any room. Amy Whyte Gingham’s iconic alternating checks have been beloved for generationsand beyond. “Gingham is the apple pie of fabrics. Credit:Amy Whyte It reminds me of my grandmother’s kitchen. Here are 13 waysdesignersare using gingham in rooms that feel both modern and timeless. When crafted from a wipeable fabric, it’s a practical and pretty choice for a breakfast room. Credit:Marian Louise Design/Ellen Renee...

Let your besties know how much they mean to you with one of these unique nicknames. True best friendsare as rare as picking a four-leaf clover or winning the lottery. But once you find true friends, they will try their best to stay with you forever. Credit: Getty Images Friends, in addition to our given family, are one of the greatest treasures in life. When you’re in the mood for a movie night?...

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Get ready for the sunshine with these top-rated Amazon fashion finds. It’s enough to make you wonder where your sunglasses areand whether you packed a UPF shirt. Credit:Southern Living With so much fun ahead, nows the perfect time to verify your warm-weather wardrobe is ready. Luckily, this weekend, theAmazon Outletis having an epic sale, and weve rounded up the best buys....