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Strawberry Icebox Cake

Fresh summer strawberries, fluffy cake, and sweet whipped cream come together in this cool and creamy dessert.

by Lynn Wells
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Peach Melba Parfait

Each delicious bite of this elegant dessert is filled with ripe peaches, raspberry puree, and vanilla ice cream.

by Lynn Wells
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Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches

Our version starts with homemade cookies — the flavor and toppings are up to you.

by Lynn Wells
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Southern Sweethearts: 4 Recipes That Combine Classic Ingredients

Matchmaker, matchmaker, make it from scratch: Each of these recipes combines two classic Southern ingredients for one delicious dish.

by Lynn Wells
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Bourbon Pecan Pie

A splash of bourbon turns a classic into can’t-live-without.

by Lynn Wells
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Butterscotch Pudding Pie

This creamy pie is topped with chopped Heath bars.

by Lynn Wells
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Salted Chocolate-Caramel Shortbread Bars

This rich combination will satisfy any craving for sweets.

by Lynn Wells
Food

Rustic Pear Tart

Try this pear tart recipe to help you have a merry, pear-y Christmas. No partridge necessary.

by Lynn Wells
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Poached Pears in Mulled Wine

Mulled wine gives these poached pears a spiced flavor and fragrance — plus a rosy hue — that’s perfect for the holidays.

by Lynn Wells
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