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We tried both bottles and tubs to find the best. “Not as fake-sweet as the others,” one editor said. “It tastes the most like cream.” Credit:Photo: Robbie Caponetto; Stylist: Mary Beth Wetzel Perhaps the best part about this whipped cream is that it was notably sturdy and held its shape reliably. “The texture here is good,” one editor said. “It feels sturdier than others.” Credit:Robbie Caponetto; Stylist: Mary Beth Wetzel...

Southern Living staffers taste and review the Barefoot Contessa’s most Southern recipes. Will Dickey In the South,pound cake recipesare prized possessions. Everyone has a favorite version, and many people arent always willing to share the details with others. Credit:Will Dickey And thats just for starters. We all know that Ina Garten isnt a Southerner, but she can bake with the best of them. (Although we may disagree about how much sugar she puts inher cornbread....

Plus, many of her fan favoritesfrompimiento cheeseto coconut cakeare Southern-inspired. If youve ever made one of Garten’s recipes, you know they are reliably delicious. But are they Southern? Credit: Noam Galai/WireImage Well be the judge of thatwith love, of course. Read on to see what we thought of Ina Garten’s deviled eggs. To make the filling, you need nothing more than a bowl and a fork. Credit:Southern Living Like most recipes, the main ingredient in the filling (other than egg yolks) is mayonnaise....

Consider this your guide to the best breakfast meats. Sweet, salty, savory, smoky, beautiful bacon. What’s the difference in natural and organic? Credit: Krasyuk/Getty Images Is double smoked better than smoked? What in the world is a center cut? Plus, we’re sharing our favorite pick in each category. Credit: Jennifer Causey Thick Cut What it means:Hefty, meaty slices. Center Cut What it means:This bacon comes from the middle portion of the pork belly....

This dinner party approach is the easiest way to entertain. Theres been aresurgence of dinner partiesand casual get-togethersno occasion neededand were leaning into this trend. The answer to your easiest-ever dinner party: covered-dish dinners. Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Hector Sanchez What Is A Covered-Dish Dinner? It just means everyone brings something and it makes entertaining really fun, explains my Yaya. Now that Im another Southernism wiserIm ALL for a covered-dish dinner....

From vibrant hues to softer tones, these nature-inspired shades are replacing the basics. Carmel Brantley When it comes to decorating your home,coloris a surefire way to express your individual style. Rule 1: Drench in Color C.W. Credit:Carmel Brantley We usually do a darker shade on larger pieces like upholstery and a lighter version on accessories. For us, thats blue and green. Green adds a natural, serene touch, making the space feel grounded without competing with other elements....

SoothingWhen decoratorSarah Bartholomewthinks about Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina, that’s the word that comes to mind. And who could blame her? From the majestic coastline to the gas lamp-lined streets, the picturesque enclave emits gentle relaxation at every turn. Credit: J. Savage Gibson Read on for her top tricks to create a beautiful, easygoing home. First up, a palette of fresh neutrals. “Sometimes, vacation homes can take the bring-the-outside-in concept a bit too far,” she says....

They’re so good, you might want to double the recipe. Dotdash Meredith Food Studio Pickles are in everything lately. So we created Pickle Biscuits, which use both chopped pickles and the brine in the dough. Credit:Dotdash Meredith Food Studio We’re glad we drank the Kool-Aid on this trend (or should I say pickle juice?) because the result is dangerously deliciousthis food editor ate three in under five minutes. What’s In Our Pickle Biscuits?...

Once you know, a shoes-off policy is the only way to go. Once you learn what you may be tracking into your home, you wont forget. Ill never forget watching the Today Show one morning. Credit:Halyna Romaniv/Getty Al and his crew were outside chatting with fans. The segment was about how dirty shoes actually are, says podiatristDr. They grabbed an audience member wearing flip-flops and swabbed the shoe for a microbial evaluation....

A wedge salad has never gone out of style at Southern meals. This easy but impressive side is meant for parties, as well as weeknights. But when it is great, it is populardecade after decadeand that is the case with the wedge salad. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless It’s no surprise whythe creamy blue cheese, crisp lettuce, and bacon perfectly complement the rich beef....

Even the most attentive and experienced gardeners have to contend with weeds. Find the tips and tricks youre looking for in our archive. Explore Plant Problems

Make this full-flavored weeknight bolognese in less than an hour. Learn how to make weeknight bolognese, and discover your new favorite go-to dinner. This one is ready in a snap. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely How’s that for a quick and easy dinner? Good thing this dish is even better the next day! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days....

One diner said, “It. Bloomberg / Getty Images Wendy’s is taking a big technological leap with artificial intelligence at thedrive-thru. So far, it’s not going as well as hoped. Credit:Bloomberg / Getty Images The company has been testing out AI drive-thru ordering at locations near its headquarters in Ohio. A Wendy’s customer tore the new system to shredson a subreddit. The customer was frequently cut off mid-sentence and had to repeat everything three times....