Creating different delicious and nutritious chicken dishes can be a challenge, so we decided to take on the task. We started by using some select Southern Living recipes as a blueprint. We then reduced total fat, saturated fat, and calories by using lighter versions of dairy products and decreased the amounts of butter and oil. No one will ever guess that these richly flavorful entrées are a healthy option. Light Chicken Menu:...
Pat Nesbitt of Molalla, Oregon, has been wearing the same military-style bomber jacket for the last 60 years. It isn’t a family heirloom—or at least one from his family—but it’s meant just as much, if not more, to him. His uncle found the brown leather jacket at a bar in Tacoma, Washington, in the 1950s. After no one came back to claim it, he gave it to his 5-year-old nephew, Pat, who was battling polio at the time and had a passion for military memorabilia....
“Life’s under no obligation to give us what we expect,” Margaret Mitchell said and that seems particularly true when it comes to pets. Reba McEntire and her boyfriend, Rex Linn, recently shared that her seven-year old pup passed away just three weeks after being diagnosed with canine cancer. In a post shared on on social media, McEntire reported the sad news that their dog Riddler had died. “If we’re really lucky, an Angel will place something in our laps that will affect us for a lifetime…and we got really lucky....
Every thrifty shopper knows that the real thrill of the hunt for a new loveseat, dinnerware set, rug, or anything in between comes at checkout, when the glaring red discount line shows you just how much cash you saved. One might even say that scoring a deal you can brag about makes you appreciate your purchase even more. Which is why, when we discovered Wayfair’s little-known Open Box section—where you can find on-trend, like-new pieces for deep discounts—we definitely whiled away an afternoon (or several) filling up our carts....
Grilling season is upon us, which means neighborhood parties and family dinners—featuring fall-off-the-bone ribs, juicy burgers, and caramelized produce—are on the calendar. As you prepare for these outdoor get-togethers, it’s important to make sure you have grill master-worthy tools to make the jobs easier. Basting brushes, grill presses, stainless steel grill tongs, and meat thermometers are all necessary for grilling, but we’d like to make the case for one additional gadget: shredder claws....
The South has enjoyed a remarkable beer renaissance in the 21st century, with hundreds of small local spots opening their doors and turning out stellar brews. This year, the one that our readers chose as the best is a pioneer that helped launch this Southern beer revival: Palmetto Brewing Company in Charleston, South Carolina. Like any good establishment, Palmetto offers a variety of flavors and styles, from the crisp Lowcountry Lager to seasonal options like the Cherry Sour IPA....
Sometimes an oven is like that mysterious black box on a magician’s stage where odd things go in, and something far more delightful comes out. Ohhh. Ahhh. That happens when you put seasoned saltines in the oven and pull out the snazzy Fire Crackers a few minutes later. Ohhh. Ahhh. What are Fire Crackers? Fire Crackers, sometimes called Alabama Fire Crackers, are so easy that the recipe barely qualifies as baking....
When homeowner Jacque Hamilton had the chance to purchase her dream house in WaterColor, Florida, she jumped at the opportunity. “I first discovered it nearly 20 years ago while jogging through the area and tried to buy it then,” says Hamilton, who was drawn to the home’s showstopping front porch, classic French doors, and floor-to-ceiling windows. “It’s been a love affair ever since.” Designed by architect Jim Strickland, founder of Historical Concepts in Atlanta, the house sits on Buttercup Street in WaterColor, a resort and vacation community in South Walton County off Scenic Highway 30A....
I’m convinced that if you have a can of beans in your pantry, you’re halfway to dinner. There have been many, many “lean” nights in our kitchen where I find myself desperately rummaging through our cabinets, trying to pull together a coherent meal, like the world’s saddest episode of Chopped. Pickle relish…orzo….chocolate chips…coconut milk. And then I spot the can of beans lurking all the way in the back and a plan comes together....
Do you like Disney movies? How about binge-watching? Are you active on social media? Are you over the age of 18? If you answered yes to all four questions, we have the perfect job for you. Upgraded Points is looking for one lucky person to watch 12 Disney classics and compare them to their live-action remakes, taking notes and tracking specific details in each of the movies. In exchange for your help, the online travel resource is offering $1,000....
The second trailer for Reese Witherspoon’s highly anticipated adaptation of Where the Crawdads Sing is here in all its lush and moody glory! Just when we’d finally started to recover from the breathtaking first trailer, Sony Pictures Entertainment released another captivating look at the upcoming film, set to premiere this summer. “The marsh taught me how to survive, but it couldn’t teach me everything,” Kya (Daisy Edgar-Jones) says in the riveting two-and-a-half-minute video....
Invited to a party and the host says to not bring a thing? We’ve all been there—and, many of times, have even shot a “Just bring yourself!” text to a friend when hosting. However, Southerners know that nothing doesn’t always mean nothing. While we aren’t ones to expect a gift in exchange for an invitation, that doesn’t mean we’re showing up empty-handed to a soirée, no matter the occasion. “If the party is at someone’s home and the hostess says not to bring anything, that usually means nothing for the meal or the party itself,” explains Lori Trent, owner of The T Shop Lakewood in Dallas....
There are many things I like about my face, but eyelashes are not one of them. The fact they’re light strawberry blond is half the issue, easily enough solved by a coat of mascara. But the real problem is their downward-facing angle, fanning my eyes like fringe. No miracle mascara can ever get them to curl up, and as a result, my eyelids appear droopier than they really are. This is why, when I discovered earlier this year that my brow salon offers lash lifts, I got curious....
Generally speaking, Southerners are well-mannered people, and that congeniality carries over into our driving habits. If your Papaw just passed, Southern drivers will pull over to the side of the road while his procession passes, bless his sweet heart. (How’s your Mama’n’em holdin’ up?) According to Savannah folklore driving rules dictate ladies first at four-way stops. And we’ve never cared for the honk of a horn. It’s the automotive equivalent of swearing in public—Mama thinks it’s tacky....
I’ve been sleeping worse than ever lately. Even if I do manage to nod off at a decent time, I’m usually wide awake by 3 a.m., tossing and turning until my alarm rings. As you can imagine, I do not wake up looking well-rested. While I wish this article outlined how I solved said sleep problem, it doesn’t. Until I graduate beyond counting sheep, I’ll be slathering on Fleur & Bee’s Anti-Aging Eye Cream so I can look bright-eyed and well-rested each morning—even if the latter is the furthest thing from the truth....
I live for football season. I may not be able to tell you what a fourth down conversion is or why the ref just threw a flag on the play, but I mark my calendar for the first kickoff of fall for one delicious reason: Rotel dip. For the uninitiated, Rotel dip is a combination of cheese, diced tomatoes, and green chilies—all melted together into a game-day appetizer that’s most commonly served with tortilla chips....
Take a walk around your home. Are there empty spaces in your corners begging to be filled? If so, there are few things that check as many boxes as a houseplant. They’re a great way to decorate and bring color and nature indoors, but they also offer other benefits too. Studies have shown that houseplants can help you relieve stress, clean the air in your home, increase your productivity, and they can even help you sleep better....
Who said black bears can’t appreciate a beautiful view? A video of a black bear taking a leisurely morning stroll on the new SkyTrail at Gatlinburg SkyLift Park has captivated fans of the popular Great Smoky Mountains tourist destination. The scenic walkway is currently decked out for the park’s annual holiday celebration, “Lights Over Gatlinburg.” “Even the black bears are enjoying the new Gatlinburg SkyTrail at the SkyLift Park!” the park captioned the video on Facebook....
TobyKeith’s reign as the world’s oldest living dog was short, but sweet. Two weeks ago—just over a month after the Florida chihuahua took home the title—Guinness World Records crowned a new oldest pooch, whose age exceeds TobyKeith’s by nearly a year. At 22 years and 50 days old, Pebbles, a toy fox terrier from Taylors, South Carolina, officially achieved the title of world’s oldest dog on May 17, 2022. Owners Bobby and Julie Gregory said they were inspired to apply on Pebbles’ behalf after hearing about TobyKeith....
While many of us have spent plenty of time, attention, and money tending to our backyards, front yard space is oft overlooked. That’s why we asked Lindsey Zborowski, Design Manager for Wayfair Professional, to help those of us with a front yard whip the area into shape. “After spending so much time indoors and then building out our backyards as more private sanctuaries, it’s no surprise that homeowners are looking for ways to maximize all outdoor spaces while also beginning to be more sociable....
