Hint: It’s probably not your first guess. But the cream of the crop involvespumpkin, and weve waited all year long to make these recipes. Best of all, theyre sure to stand out among all the other pumpkin-filled recipes on any given buffet. Credit:Alison Miksch; Food Stylist: Karen Rankin; Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Can you guess what it is? Were well intosoup seasonnow, which means everyone is looking for new recipes. Dont worry, it still has plenty of tomato in it. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Kay E. Clarke; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey The soup gets its signature orange color from how it’s finished. She also adds milk and masa harina while simmering tothicken this typically brothy soup. The masa harina adds a nice texture to the broth as well....

The result may surprise you. Its time to start trading in theroot vegetablesfor asparagus, peas, and other spring treasures. No longer are wesearching for soups. Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Props Stylist: Christina Brockman The most searched spring recipe in the South was Oven-Roasted Corn On The Cob. What Makes This Corn Recipe Unique This is the fuss-free version ofgrilled corn. It requires no special equipment and only about 10 minutes of hands-on cooking....

Score big when you bring this dessert to your watch party! If youre hosting a Super Bowl watch party, these football brownies are a must. On a busy game,boxed brownie mixwill do the trick. Credit:Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Be sure the brownies are completely cooled before cutting and icing. This helps each one retain its football-like shape and keeps the fudgy topping from melting into the brownie....

It’s not what you might think. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Winter is baking season. It actually originated in the South (Dallas, to be specific). Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Today, sweet baking chocolate is still a crucial part of our recipe. We call for two entire packages of it in the cake layers for Mama’s German Chocolate Cake. Credit: Jen Davick

Perfect for those New Years resolutions! So its no surprise that its the most popular recipe in the South during the winter season. Its easier to prepare than you think, tooeven the tricky business of cutting and prepping the squash. Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Clear step-by-step instructions and an easy technique make this recipe a winner. In fact, you dont even have to peel the squash! Here are a few of our favorite ways to put this to work:...

Deliciously sweet and unique in texture, shrimp are notorious for being finicky on the stove. With high-quality fresh shrimp in hand, ceviche is one of the easiest ways to prepare this delectable crustacean. Place the pieces in a bowl and cover entirely with 12 cup fresh lime juice. shrimp ceviche.Credit: Larisa Blinova / Getty Images Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. The shrimp will “cook” and turn pink....

Our readers have some wild ideas (and delicious!) ways to spice up the South’s favorite cheesy dip. Take a look: I love tamales, but I cant say Ive ever had canned ones. Credit: Caitlin Bensel This cant be bad; caramelized onions make everything better. Hold upRotel thats NOT COOKED? I cant stop thinking about it. I mean, I hate firm Rotel as much as the next guy, but Rotel gazpacho?...

Turns out the official state pie of Florida may not be from Florida at all. Don’t panic, Southerners, but we have some news about Key lime pie. Parks, though, found a nearly-identical recipe that dates back to 1931. Credit: Jennifer Davick There canny pie makers modified the recipe, swapping lemons for Key West’s sweet-tart limes. However, according to theMiami Heraldthat story has never been verified. Sloan wasn’t willing to accept Parks' Key lime pie origin story....

“Everyone knew who he was and respected him. Courtesy Houston County Sheriff’s Office The countrys longest-serving sheriff was laid to rest inGeorgialast week. Talton had announced last year his intention to retire after his 13th term in office. Credit:Courtesy Houston County Sheriff’s Office Its time for me to hang it up, Talton told WMAZ last September. Generations of Georgians, especially here in Houston County, will know his name, Kemp said....

Time to carb it up! And yes, the deal includes endless breadsticks. The reasonable prices are a draw, too. Credit:ablokhin / Getty Images The Never Ending Pasta Bowl party starts on August 26 and ends November 17. According to social media posts, eclub members are getting early access to all-you-can-eat pasta now. For an extra $4.99, you might add Meatballs, Italian Sausage, and Crispy Chicken Fritta toppings. Did you catch that the deal also includes a choice of unlimited soup or salad?...

In fact, Southern women swept the top four spots in the competition. The prestigious title has been earned by one of our own this year. It was an exciting night inOrlando, Florida, and the competition was dominated by Southern women. Credit:Miss America The First Runner-Up was Miss Texas, Annette Addo-Yobo. Along with her crown and new title, Stockard was awarded a $50,000 tuition scholarship. This past Wednesday, the talented winner also received the American Heart Associations Go Red for Women Leadership Award....

It’s just peachy! Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox The popularity of ranch water is irrefutable. The simple drink can be stirred together quickly, no strainer or shaker needed. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox If you haven’t tried one yet, its basically amargaritas less fussy cousin. But that doesnt mean you cant innovate on a good thing. What’s in a Peach Ranch Water? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...