Recipes

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When only the heavy artillery will do

Get a pitmaster’s recipe for a lesser-known cut that’s winning over ’cue fans

This jewel-toned cactus fruit bursts with bold flavor

Here’s how the citrusy libation became law—and how to mix one for yourself

Starring peaches, watermelon, and tomatoes picked at their peak

Fortified wine embraces citrus, lemongrass, and a refreshing tea-and-honey syrup for an easy summer drink

Shredded herbs, plump garden tomatoes, and creamy chèvre fold into buttery puff pastry for an easy summer bite

Whether from greenhouse, windowbox, or potager, your hard-earned harvest merits a celebratory cocktail

New Orleans chef Isaac Toups turns a seasonal vegetable spread into a smoky, bacon-laced showstopper

A Charleston chef’s childhood favorite gets an Italian twist

When the season ends, jar up the South’s favorite stone fruit for an easy dose of summer sweetness all year long

This approachable side dish makes the most of garden veggies at their seasonal peak

This Southern favorite gets a revamp from a handful of nuts and a sticky-sweet vanilla glaze

Celebrate summer with a taste of Folly Beach

Lime-steeped shrimp come together with cucumbers, onions, and a drizzle of jalapeño vinegar sauce

The South’s favorite summer fruit tastes just as sweet in your glass

Call it Frogmore stew or a seafood boil, the odds and ends make the perfect fuel for lazy beach mornings

A mugged-up drink that’s pure refreshment

Southern Soul Barbeque celebrates Georgia’s favorite onion with the help of Duke’s mayo, sun-dried tomatoes, sharp cheddar, and the world’s easiest crust