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No kitchen is complete without the big yellow box. While Southerners are fiercely proud of theirhomemade biscuitsand baked goods, nothing beats a shelf-stable and versatile baking shortcut. What Is Bisquick? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox How Was Bisquick Invented? Smith was traveling by train in 1930 and had a hankering for biscuits. While the dining car and finished serving dinner, the cook quickly sent out the baked good. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox...

No, it is not a substitute for light or dark molasses. But anyone who has considered using this syrupy sweetener understands that not all jars ofmolassesare created equal. Blackstrap molasses is what is left of boiled sugarcane at the end of the sugar extraction process. Credit:Caitlin Bensel “It is leftover after the third boiling of sugarcane.” Fancy), U.S. Grade B (or U.S. Choice), and U.S. Grade C (or U.S. Standard)....

Know your cuts of meat. Which Part Of The Pig Does “Boston Butt” Come From? A Boston butt has nothing to do with a pig’s backsidethat’s the ham. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle The butt, counterintuitively, comes from the front end. Where Did The Name “Boston Butt” Originate? So, that’s the proper location for these meats. Mix Plate of sliced pork and ribs with white bread at Archibald’s BBQ....

Its the secret to fuller, fluffier, perfectly styled browswith almost zero effort. How does one achieve such a sneaky arrangement? Through eyebrow lamination at a salon or spa. Credit:utkamandarinka / Getty Images What exactly is brow lamination? Here’s why you might want to consider brow lamination for no-fuss, fuller-looking eyebrows. utkamandarinka / Getty Images What Is Brow Lamination? If you have decently full brows, it can help them look fluffier and appear styled at all times....

Learn exactly what buttermilk is and tips on using it in Southern recipes What is buttermilk? What Is Buttermilk? Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox What’s The Difference Between Churned Vs. Store-Bought Buttermilk? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox However, most of what we buy in stores is low-fat. Store-bought buttermilk is thicker, tangier, and more acidic than traditional or homemade buttermilk. How Is Buttermilk Used In Southern Cooking? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

This fruit-steeped tipple isn’t lacking in flavor or history. Depending on which Southern state you hail from, your bar cart might be stocked differently. (Oh, and milk, which is curiously the official state beverage. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Cherry bounce was a pop in of cordial rumored to be a favorite aperitif of George Washington. Cherry bounce was also made famous thanks to an enthusiastic Irishman moonshiner in North Carolina....

It’s not coffee, but people certainly do drink it that way. Key Takeaways New Orleans' vibrantculinary culturemakes it a must-go destination for dining enthusiasts. What Is New Orleans-Style Coffee? Credit: Getty Images French roast coffee is a style of dark coffee that leaves the beans tasting slightly sweet and smoky. But NOLA-style coffee heightens both of those flavor characteristics by brewing the French roast beans with roasted chicory root. Most New Orleans cafes serve NOLA coffee as “a cafe au lait,” says Sutphen....

Whether you love it or loathe it, this historic textile isnt going anywhere soon. Meet the Experts What Is Chintz? Originally, chintz was largely defined by the process in which the fabric was made. Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Elly Poston Cooper The traditional Kalamakari art form refers to the painted version of chintz. Tonal, black, and white designs can also be found in contemporary presentations of chintz designs. Where Did Chintz Come From?...

Chocolate bloom doesnt ruin the candy or make it unsafe to eat. Caitlin Bensel You find a chocolate bar hidden away in your candy drawer and you carefully unwrap it. Now youre wondering what it is and if itstoo old to eat. Credit:Caitlin Bensel Making chocolate requires tempering. Tempered chocolate will set quickly and will not show bloom streaks or spots as it sets. Here, experts explain what causes chocolate bloom and how to prevent it....

This sweet and spicy relish goes on just about everything. We’ll share a little more about what exactly chowchow is and how to make your own. What Is In Chowchow? Credit: Southern Living Chowchow is apickled relishdish that was used to preserve summer vegetables for later in the year. What Makes A Relish Chow Chow? Amish chowchow is also typically made with a sweeter brine. Even among Southern states, there is much debate about what goes into chowchow....

Cornstarch is a common thickening agent. Here’s what you’re gonna wanna know about this common cooking ingredient. Caitlin Bensel Cornstarch is a common cooking ingredient, but what is it? Credit:Caitlin Bensel And what does it do? While cornstarch may resemble flour in appearance, the two are not the same. Cornstarch ismade from corn, while flour is made from wheat. Both can be used for thickening, but there are other applications for cornstarch....

A little pinch goes a long way, and it doesn’t expire. And you might wonder if it’s worth purchasingwhatexactlydoes it do in baked goods? The short answer is that cream of tartar does more than you might think. Credit:Getty Images Getty Images What Is Cream Of Tartar? Cream of tartar is a byproduct of the wine-making process. It forms on wine barrels and is scraped off, purified, and ground into powder for cooking....

It’s hard to find this delicacy outside New Orleans. Courtesy of Mauthe Farms Perhaps the first thing to know about Creole cream cheese is that it almost disappeared. What Is Creole Cream Cheese? Credit:Courtesy of Mauthe Farms Well, its nothing like a block of Philadelphia. People would sprinkle a little sugar on it, and eat it right out of the container. Or they would spread it on their French bread....