Santa tested, Santa approved. Also, a welcome addition to any cookie plate or tin.
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Orange Date Nut Bread
Keep a loaf on hand for afternoon coffee or tea breaks.
Chocolate Prune Cake
Moist, rich, and just the right amount of sweet, this cake stands out in a holiday dessert spread.
Apple Cheddar Crisp
Apples and cheese? Trust us. Serve this crisp as a side — or as a dessert, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Roasted Red Pepper Mac ’n’ Cheese
A tried-and-true cool weather meal, with a pimento cheese-inspired twist.
Carolina Succotash
This colorful Southern classic is best when made a day or two in advance, to let the corn and butterbeans “pickle.”
Watermelon Arnold Palmer
Lemon-melon ice cubes make this classic beverage even more refreshing. Add a straw, and sip.
Four Ways With Watermelon
Cool and colorful, watermelon is a warm-weather staple in the South. Here are some unexpected recipes for enjoying a slice of summer — on a plate, with a spoon, and through a straw.
Cherry Chocolate Date Nut Truffles
Fifteen minutes, a few pantry items, and a North Carolina wine are all it takes to make these bite-size treats. They’re almost as easy to make as they are to eat.
