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It honestly deserves its own holiday. Much to their dismay, I have broken this rule many, many times. And much tomydismay, the result is oftentimes a disappointing dish. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wenddorf; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen My first attempt at making this recipe was for an Easter potluck. I had a very quick turnaround between the end of church and the start of the potluck lunch. Whats Great About It?...

Step away from the turkey baster. Into the preheated oven it goes! Time to find your trusty turkey baster, which inevitably hasn’t been used since last Thanksgiving. Credit:Greg DuPree; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch; Food Stylist: Cat Steele After so muchcareful planning and cooking, this is where you go wrong. Before they even servedpumpkin pie. But I’m here to break the cycle. Credit:ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; PROP STYLING: AUDREY DAVIS; FOOD STYLING: EMILY NABORS HALL...

Ramadan iftars at Toms Barbecue are a Memphis thing. When you live inMemphis, cravings forbarbecueare hard to ignore on any given day. He still serves pork but prepares it offsite nearby. The property started out as Taylor’s Grocery in 1950.Credit:Robbie Caponetto Itayems booming voice rises above the noise of the fryers and grills. The line moves quickly enough, but my teenage self remains impatient. Someones ready for iftarbest to get extra ribs for this one, he tells my dad with a laugh....

One former magazine editor rethinks her definition of an inviting space. HECTOR MANUEL SANCHEZ; Styling by Christina Wressell The concept ofhospitality thrives in the South. Its an inherent part of our identities. Credit:HECTOR MANUEL SANCHEZ; Styling by Christina Wressell We fill our dining tables with heirlooms and place flowers around our houses to help everyone relax and enjoy. For 20 years, I believed I had this notion well in hand....

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Its the perfect size to cozy up small spaces. Southern Living / Euna Park Those of us withoutfireplacesin our homes forget just how calming one can be. Credit:Southern Living / Euna Park Nothing stokes a cozy mood quite like the flickering flames of a roaring fire. Keeping with its throwback charm, youll find no visible buttons or dials on the exterior of the heater....

Come for the Ole Miss football, and stay for the family time and the lake views. On that lake is a house, and on that house is a beloved screened porch. “That’s where we live,” owner Lesley Mosby says. " Credit: Marta Xochilt Perez; Styling: Page Mullins “Ask anybody in the family” sums up how the getaway came to be. Rush chose a lot on a hill overlooking the water....

Jackson State Universitys Sonic Boom of the South marching band has delighting football fansand beyondsince 1971. In 2021 alone, they performed at the presidential inauguration and in aPepsi commercial. Most agree that being a part of Sonic Boom has felt like having a home away from home. Credit: Cedric Angeles “They’re my family,” former trumpet player Marice Graham toldSouthern Living. Being part of this band makes me feel like I have a place to belong....

Nowadays, camping can be downright luxurious depending on which neck of the woods you find yourself in. Housing options range from cozy cabins and yurts to traditional tent and RV sites. How Did Roamstead Come To Be? Credit:Courtesy of Roamstead As they began plotting overnight stays, they quickly found that their options left a lot to be desired. A lot of them were older, stuck in a previous decade, Shannon says of the campgrounds....

Check out this modern interpretation of the historic dogtrot-style house in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. This Lowcountry retreat exemplifies the historical styling of a dogtrot floor plant. Discover more about this charming Lowcountry family retreat. Credit: Photo by: Helen Norman, Styling by: Rebecca Omweg It’s a classic design, updated with all the provisions for modern-day living. Entry Large folding doors replace the traditional front entry that opens to the central hallway....

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Plumbing and electricity are pre-installed, too. Southern Living / Amazon No matter where you look, it seems like tiny houses are everywhere nowadays. Credit:Southern Living / Amazon TheGeneric Prefabricated Single-Decker Tiny Houseis anything but tiny in amenities and features. TheGeneric Prefabricated Single-Decker Tiny Houseis just one click away from being your next cozy getaway. And if you want to browse more tiny house options at Amazon, keep reading!...

And so the planning began. They also wanted ascreened porch. After a few years, the list stacked up. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn “It wound up being about 10 typed pages of notes,” Michelle says. When the time came to build their new house, the Spivas turned to their list. They recruited architectRon Farristo help build a new house that looks like it’s been on this street forever. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn...

Making new Christmas memories courtesy of the classic Appalachian dessert. It took years, but I eventually relented, discovering it was in fact delicious despite the dubious name. Bowls of hulled orangesa true labor of loveremind me of my mothers sunny Charleston kitchen and bigpost-Santa breakfasts. Credit:Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Renu Dhar; Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee Her response was quick:Boiled Custard, which was his grandfather Hacks annual contribution to the holiday table....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. It was the perfect polish for my wedding dayand every day since. I found the perfect shade, and I’ve been wearing it long past my wedding. Credit:Courtesy of OPI Which Neutral Nail Polishes Are Most Popular? The One nail polish for my wedding day, that is. That’s exactly what Put It in Neutral does for my nails. Credit:Courtesy of OPI...