Hatteras fig and whiskey cake, barbecued chicken, and lemon icebox pie were among your favorite recipes in August. Find out what else made the list.
Exploring the Outdoors in Randolph County
See otters bathing near a historic dam, enjoy a day kayaking surrounded by the beautiful Uwharrie Mountains, and find peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city in the heart of North Carolina.
NC Icons: Pawpaws
This odd native fruit had been all but forgotten — but a farmer in Watauga County is singing its praises.
Sweet Potato Biscuits With Herb Butter
We recommend slathering these buttermilk-sweet potato biscuits with savory homemade butter while they’re still warm from the oven.
Sweet Potato & Apple Casserole
This holiday side is topped with a sweet brown sugar, pecan, and raisin crumble.
Sweet Potato Fritters
These golden, deep-fried fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Cook until caramelized for the perfect fall side dish.
4 Sensational Sweet Potato Recipes
For decades, our farmers have cultivated a seemingly endless yield of sweet potatoes, making North Carolina the leading producer in the country. Beneath our soil, a fall treat awaits.
NC Icons: Chimney Rock
Surrounded by mountains, Chimney Rock remains an enduring symbol of our state. Explore the park with Todd Morse, whose family members were stewards of the iconic rock formation for more than 100 years.
