Let's begin with what must be the ultimate in retro dessert fare -- the intimidatingly delicious baked Alaska. Ice cream is molded in a bowl, set atop a round layer of cake, then covered in airy meringue. After a final freeze, the whole shebang is put in a hot oven so that the meringue can quickly turn a beautiful golden brown. It may sound like a recipe for a trained pastry chef, but the dozens of reviews from home cooks prove it's totally achievable at home. If you want to make things a little easier, skip making your own cake and use a store-bought cake for the base instead!

20 Vintage Desserts to Make Before Summer Ends

On those hot summer days when all you want to do is sit back with some sweet tea, you can be sure that there is a grandparent somewhere shelling peas or snapping green beans on her back porch. Bring these recipes to the church potluck, the family reunions and all of the cookouts because if they were good enough for Grandma, they are certainly good enough for your company, too.

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Butter and Baggage

Who doesn't love a creamy, delicious banana pudding? Today, we're spilling the beans on three different ways to whip up this classic dessert, just like Grandma used to make. Whether you prefer a traditional Southern style with tempered eggs, a quick version using a mix, or a luscious, layered treat with cream cheese, we've got a recipe for you. Get ready to master this classic Southern Dish.

Banana Pudding Made Easy: Grandma’s Secret Recipes Revealed!

From dump cakes and cobblers to pies and cakes, Grandma certainly loved her fruit-studded treats, and so do we. All of these recipes are delicious served à la mode or with a generous helping of homemade whipped cream, only if you can manage to get them on to a plate before stealing a bite! These Southern classics are so irresistible, we plan on taking some forkfuls out of the pan, just like Grandma did.

20 Of Grandma's Famous Fruit Desserts

Traditional lasagna tends to have many ingredients and takes hours to prepare, especially when made from scratch. While my family loves the layers of rich meaty sauce, creamy ricotta, and tender noodles all topped with more cheese, they also gobble up basic jarred marinara and store-bought ravioli with the same enthusiasm.

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As summer draws to a close, there’s no better way to celebrate Labor Day than with a festive picnic that brings together the best of the season’s flavors. In this recipe round-up, we’ve curated a selection of dishes that are perfect for enjoying outdoors, whether you’re planning a laid-back afternoon at the park or a beachside gathering with friends and family. From vibrant salads and gourmet sandwiches to irresistible chips and dips, and, of course, decadent desserts, these recipes will help you create a memorable spread that captures the essence of summer. Dive into our Labor Day Picnic Celebration guide and discover delicious, crowd-pleasing dishes that are sure to make your holiday gathering a hit.

15 Recipes for Labor Day Picnic Celebration

It would be impossible to count the number of spectacular, made-from-scratch cakes our Southern grandmothers have baked over the years. When it came to everyday occasions, Grandma always knew the best way to delight her family, friends, and neighbors was with her treasured pound cakes. Sounds simple but her recipe box was filled with flavorful ways to make this recipe, from triple chocolate to pumpkin to caramel. Here are a dozen of Grandma's signature pound cake recipes that are worth saving, baking, and passing on for generations.

12 Of Grandma's Signature Pound Cakes

Every move the Princess of Wales makes will be scrutinized moving forward. Kate Middleton‘s return to public life was heralded by the palace, public, and press alike. However, as she continues to battle cancer, Kate’s reappearance on the royal roster is a "double-edged sword" for Kensington Palace. Daniela...

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Don't bring basic baked beans to the potluck. Bring these million dollar baked beans instead. Each spoonful is savory with a little sweetness, and it's a very hearty side thanks to the ground beef and bacon. This won't be a dry, sticky side of baked beans either. The final recipe produces a good amount of sauce, but it's far from soupy. If you do like saucier beans, add in a half cup of your favorite barbecue sauce.

Our Million Dollar Baked Beans Will Have Everyone Clamoring For The Recipe

There's something about pulling a warm casserole out of the oven on a chilly fall evening that just screams cozy and comforting. It's a delicious acceptance that summer is over and cooler weather is just around the corner. These 21 casseroles span the gamut from weeknight warriors and make-ahead brunches...

21 Easy Fall Casseroles I'm Making on Repeat

Breakfast is kind of a tricky meal. Many of us skip it, or opt for a grab-and-go option because sometimes there’s just not enough time to pull something together. But a great breakfast can really make your day. On those days when you have the time (or smartly planned ahead) you want a recipe that delivers on flavor, and one of our recipes just does that.

Our Most Popular Breakfast Recipe Of 2024 So Far

This cherry pie biscuits recipe by Rosie Cooks on YouTube is so good that you’d want more than just one serving. It’s an incredible dish that you can serve for breakfast, snacks, desserts, or any time you want. This is a dish that you can make for cookouts or bring to a potluck, and it’s made even more simple with the help of canned biscuits, that way you don’t need to do it from scratch.

How to Make Fried Cherry Pies Using Canned Biscuits

Grandma knows that just because something is called a salad doesn't necessarily mean it contains lettuce. In fact, some of these summer salads can even be considered a dessert. The most important qualities of summer salads is that they're refreshing, easy to pull together, and highlight the best produce the season has to offer. Here are Grandma's all-time favorites.

15 Of Grandma's Most Famous Summer Salads

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This Southern Peach Pie is a delicious and traditional dessert perfect for summer. Made with fresh, ripe peaches and a flaky homemade crust, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering or family meal.

Delicious Southern Peach Pie: A Perfect Summer Dessert!

You know how they say something is as easy as pie? Well, here's something even easier. Open-face tarts, galettes, and crostatas deliver the fruit-filled promise of pie but with a lot less fuss. Just so you know, galettes and crostatas have free-form fold-up pastry bases and are so similar they might as well be twins separated at birth, with the galette growing up in France and the crostata in Italy. Tarts are usually, but not always, made in a tart pan. But don't sweat the distinctions unless you're in pastry school. Whatever you call them, these easy fruit desserts offer a more relaxed approach to summer baking. Read on to get 18 favorite recipes for summertime tarts, galettes, and crostatas.

18 Easy Fruit Tarts, Galettes, and Crostatas for Summer

Some foods, like spam, go in and out of style. Others, like quiche and carrot cake, are always in style, and sure to be a hit at any party. We’ve assembled a list of ’70s foods that are just as delicious today, perfect for your next ’70s-themed party. So sit back and grab a few ideas for your next party—potluck or themed. When you’re finished here, turn on the decade’s biggest music hits.

’70s Dishes That Are Always in Style

Picture this: You're finally settling in for the evening to watch your favorite show, cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate in hand — the only problem is, you're missing a sweet treat to go alongside. You're not in the mood for a proper dessert, but a couple of cookies — say, Thin Mints — certainly wouldn't go amiss. If only Girl Scout cookie season ran all year-round.

Ritz Cracker Thin Mints Taste Like The Real Thing And Only Require 2 Ingredients

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This easy homemade peach ice cream recipe uses only 3 ingredients (and no eggs). The sweet and juicy peaches and cream flavor makes for the perfect summer treat. I’ve had a lot of folks ask for homemade ice cream recipes lately and there are a few already floating around on Southern Plate. This includes no-fry fried ice cream, no-churn cherry vanilla ice cream (do we sense a pattern?), and ice cream grahamwiches. So today I wanted to bring you one of the easiest ones around, with only three ingredients!

The Peach Ice Cream Recipe That Will Transform Your Summer Desserts!

Claudia Lamascolo

This recipe is delicious and using a cake mix the easiest pumpkin cake you'll ever make and never forget with just two ingredients. This cake is great all year long, so don't wait until Thanksgiving to try this, but keep the two ingredients on hand to make any time you crave a delicious pumpkin dessert.

Two-Ingredient Pumpkin Cake Simply Delicious

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I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

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20 Of Grandma's Most Memorable Summer Desserts

Just like some people swap their bedding with the changing seasons, we rotate our recipes as well. Not only do we showcase the freshest produce, but...

20 Of Grandma's Most Memorable Summer Desserts

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