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Monica Farber Store-bought is fine! Picking up a cake or a tub of pimiento cheese at the grocery store is the norm nowadays. (According to our readers, store-bought is more than acceptablein the case of Publix potato salad.) Credit:Monica Farber But is it ever okay to say that you made the dish yourself? Have you ever said that bakery cookies are your family’s secret recipe? Or that you whipped up a bowl of salsa that actually came fromTrader Joe’s?...

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Score cowboy boots, swingy maxi dresses, flouncy tops, and more, starting at $8. What she loves most about this time of year is “that it’s a gradual transition.” Credit:Southern Living / Madison Woiten “It’s not as if we go from thick sweaters straight to sundresses,” she commented. You’ll find plenty of inspiration to help you modernize your spring wardrobe with budget-friendly picks under $45....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Scoop up a stunning pumpkin baking dish, speckled slow cooker, and cast-iron Dutch oven. With a 6-quart capacity, you could make large enough meals for the whole family. Credit:Southern Living / Francesca Fasciglione Not to mention, the slow cooker has a lovely speckle design, which Drummond personally loves. Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart Credit:Walmart

“It’s like having a roll of Egyptian cotton sheets.” From the locally sourced ingredients to the artistic plating, no detail seems left to chance. But what about the paper products used in the kitchen? Credit:Mehmet Onur Bozkurt/Getty Images It turns out they are just as loyal to paper towel brands as they are to their favorite knives. It sparked a question: When it comes topaper towels, what do culinary masters prefer and why?...

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Lots of rich, earthy tones and cozy textures. We consulted the experts for their professional takes on how to decorate for falland with what. Credit:Southern Living Sharing their favorite on-salefall decor findsfrom Amazon, heres what they had to say. We love everything aboutCoyuchi, and gleefully use their products all of the time in our photoshoots. I plan to use this sheet set on our guest bed this fall, and addour Halloween pillowsfor accents!...

At home and in the Test Kitchens, here’s what these experts use. So we asked our experts: What brand of store-bought barbecue sauce do you reach for? There was one clear answer. Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey What key in Of Barbecue Sauce Is Best? “Its exactly how I want my barbecue sauce to be. What Makes Stubb’s Best? Credit: Amazon According to our experts, Stubbs truly tastes like someone made it with love, by hand....

Hint: it’s Louisiana-style. So I asked 5 of ourSouthern LivingTest Kitchen pros to name their favorite. The results were vast, but there was consensus. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Amazon What Is The Best Hot Sauce? “I really like Crystal as my altogether [favorite] hot sauce,” says Tester/DeveloperJulia Levy. “It is a little thinner, but I really like the garlic in it.” Credit:Amazon There is also a garlic-added version, which Levy recommends for an extra kick of heat infried chicken brine....

The store-bought pie crust of choice is available at most conventional grocery stores. And if theres any time to dial in your prepared pie crust game, its the holiday season. We asked them to dig deep and answer once-and-for all: Which prepared crust is best? Credit:Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely They all said the same thing. Getty/Larry Herfindal What Is The Best Store-Bought Pie Crust? We asked multiple recipe tester/developers their go-to prepared pie crust, and their answer was unanimous: Pillsbury....

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Find earrings, crossbody purses, shoulder bags, weekenders, and more. Southern Living / Madison Woiten For as long as I can remember, Ive loved everything Kate Spade designs. Credit:Southern Living / Madison Woiten My personal trick to holiday shopping is to start early. Youll also uncover versatile crossbody bags, classic shoulder bags, and even a laptop tote. Just confirm to scoop up your favorites while prices start at just $16....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. From Apple, Bissell, Black+Decker, and more brands. Southern Living / Dera Burreson Need some help deciding what to buy duringAmazon Prime Day? Credit:Southern Living / Dera Burreson They make putting away leftovers and transferring dishes for barbecues and special events effortless. Anytime they’re on sale, I always scoop up a couple for backups. Credit:Amazon Credit:Amazon Credit:Amazon Credit:Amazon Credit:Amazon Credit:Amazon Credit:Amazon...

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Including wicker styles, hanging beds, egg chairs, and more. Southern Living / Wayfair When it comes tooutdoor furniture, theres nothing quite like a porch swing. Credit:Southern Living / Wayfair So its a good thing we picked out the best finds, huh? It has a strong steel frame coated in weather- and rust-resistant wicker and wont fade in the sun. Plus, its 61 percent off right now....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Shoppers love it so much, they bought multiples. Plus, theyre an easy way to showcase your style. Credit:Southern Living / Getty The scrolling, floral motif has a raised pile that emphasizes the antique charm while also adding interesting texture. Shoppers love the design, too. According to customers with dogs and kids, it doesnt show dirt, wear, or tear, either. Credit:Wayfair...

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. Including Lenox for less. Think: floral Lenox dinnerware, delicate lace tablecloths, retro glasses, and more. Credit:Southern Living / Wayfair Everything is chip-resistant and microwave- and dishwasher-safe. Its also machine-washable with fray-resistant edges that make it long-lasting. Theres an easy-carry handle at the top, and the stand is scratch-resistant and sturdy. Credit:Wayfair Keep scrolling to see even more of our favoriteEaster tablescape pieces at Wayfair....