From sweet Southern phrases to sweet tea, in North Carolina, smelling, feeling, eating, and being sweet starts early.
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17 Delicious Brunch Spots in North Carolina
Treat yourself to brunch at some of our favorite restaurants across the state. Oh, and maybe a mimosa, or two.
Sweet Potato Cinnamon Rolls with Bacon Filling
These sweet potato cinnamon rolls are perfect for a cozy morning in the kitchen — and they have a sugary, bacon-filled secret inside.
Melting Pot: Butter Bean Soup in Winston-Salem
Stephanie Tyson grew up watching her grandmother cook. Now, she makes her butter bean soup from memory.
Jason Brown’s Journey From Football to Farming
One of the highest-paid centers in the NFL walked away from football at the peak of his career. His new life on a farm in Louisburg, just 30 minutes from where he grew up, was much harder, and happier, than he ever thought possible.
Sweet Potato Muffins
If fall were a snack, it would be these nutty, spiced muffins. Add raisins and walnuts for a little extra oomph.
North Carolina Sweet Potato Latkes with Cinnamon Honeycrisp Applesauce
Our favorite Hanukkah dish gets a North Carolina twist. Go the extra mile by preparing homemade applesauce to go alongside your latkes.
Sweet Potato Biscuits with Honey Butter
A smear of honey butter on these sweet potato biscuits makes them extra delicious. Try this recipe from Saint James United Methodist Cooks.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Rosemary Honey Vinaigrette
Roasted sweet potatoes with rosemary honey vinaigrette from Recipes of Note make a great side dish.
