Taste of the South

WHEN THE TASTE OF THE SOUTH staff got together to plan out this special edition, I kept asking myself “what makes any Southern recipe better than any other, let alone the best?” Flavor is a personal matter and technique is a little more concrete, but

MAKES 6 We baked the cream cheese frosting into the center of these muffins for a mouthwatering twist on a classic. 4 ounces cream cheese, softened¾ cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided2 teaspoons vanilla extrac

MAKES 8 TO 10 SERVINGS Roasting the squash first adds sweet, caramelized flavor to this classic side. 3½ pounds yellow squash, cut into 1½-inch chunks1 cup coarsely chopped yellow onion1 tablespoon canola oil1½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided½ teaspoo

MAKES ABOUT 6 SERVINGS This traditional Charleston, South Carolina, dish made its way to the Gulf Coast and quickly became a New Orleans favorite. 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth4 cups whole milk2 cups stone-ground grits½ teaspoon Creole seasoning1 (

MAKES 8 TO 10 SERVINGS Thanks to the coconut extract in the batter and cream of coconut in the glaze, this cake has a subtle nutty flavor, perfect for coconut lovers and skeptics alike. 2¾ cups granulated sugar1½ cups unsalted butter, softened4 teasp

Bacon and Cheese Biscuit Muffins 9 Carrot Cake Jumbo Muffins 8 Easy Buttermilk Biscuits 21 Multigrain Bread 12 Orange Sweet Rolls 13 Pepper Jelly Parker House Rolls 20 Pimiento Cheese Loaf 17 Roasted Strawberry Biscuits 16 Upside-Down French Onion Co