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Your best batch of brownies requires zero extra ingredients, the celebrity chef says. Weve pan-banged and baked brownies incast-iron skillets. That is, until we stumbled uponAlton BrownsCocoa Brownies: Reloaded. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Here’s his secret to the perfect brownie texture. What’s the Technique? You just need a few extra minutes. to upgrade its texture. Trust me on this. Browns variation, however, involves baking at 300F for 15 minutes....

Amanda Holstein has worked at multiple well known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, FL area. She just recently joined the Dotdash Meredith team as a test kitchen assistant. Amanda graduated from Valencia college with an A.S. in baking and pastry management as well as a B.S. in restaurant and food service management. Experience Amanda has worked in multiple well-known bakeries preparing scratch-made desserts for over 10 years. She has done many dinner events and assisted in a James Beard dinner event....

Amanda Ogle is a writer covering lifestyle topics such as travel, food, and sustainability. Her travels give her insight into the top gear, products, and destinations across the globe. She’s been a writer since 2016 and was an editor at American Way magazine. We reach 7.2 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact checked for accuracy. Learn moreabout usand oureditorial guidelines.

Amanda Richards writes and edits stories that challenge readers to consider something different. Her work has appeared in Real Simple, People, InStyle, Health Shape, and Southern Living. She writes on fashion and beauty topics and modern culture. In her spare time, she hosts the Big Calf podcast. There, she established the content verticals, managed freelance contributors, and developed editorial content. We reach 7.2 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact checked for accuracy....

Amanda Stanfield is the Food Studio Coordinator and Recipe Tester/Developer at the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios. She completed her undergraduate degree in journalism and strategic communications at Hampton University. In 2018, she pivoted into the food industry and began training in fine-dining restaurants around Atlanta. Her work has been featured on Eatingwell.com, Southern Living, People.com, Food & Wine, and Allrecipes.com. Later she dove into hotel and lodging hospitality, gaining expertise in high-volume restaurants and events....

Capture the flavors of the beloved fruit salad in candy form. But instead of yogurt or whipped cream, this candy recipe calls for white and ruby chocolates. Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Heat again for 30 seconds, if not fully melted. Spread a layer of the white chocolate on the prepared baking sheet. Melt ruby chocolate bar in a microwave-safe dish for 1 minute....

Ambrosia punch may not be your typical recipe, but you’re going to love the classic flavors. What Is Ambrosia? In Greek mythology, ambrosia was known as the food of the gods. Credit:Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Micah Morton; Prop Stylist: Ginny Branch Curious to learn more about ambrosia? Read aboutits origins and evolutionin the South. What’s in Ambrosia Punch? Likeclassic ambrosia, this punch pulls in the flavors of citrus, pineapple, cherries, and coconut....

This simple bowl of fruit has earned an important place at the Southern table. Ambrosia salad is perhaps the most Southern salad of all. First, it is asalad with no lettuce, a category of dishes the South really excels at creating. Whenever you want it, it’s the right time to make it. Citrus is key, but you don’t have to use orange segments alone. you might add grapefruit, tangerines, and more....

Time to head to Pigeon Forge, y’all. The zipline has four lanes so you’re able to ride side-by-side with your friends. Were beyond excited to welcome guests to experience the longest zipline in America, right here in the Smokies. Credit:Courtesy of WildSide WildSide’s adventure park also includes mountain biking, e-biking, and UTV expeditions. WildSide also added a food truck for when you work up an appetite called Wheelie Good Tacos....

Jeff R Clow/Getty Images Calling allbirders! This is a fun event that anyone, regardless of their age or ability, will enjoy. We all enjoyed getting out of the office and away from our to-do lists. Credit:Jeff R Clow/Getty Images Last year, the tournament raised $47,000 for conservation grants. To register online and learn more about the tournament, visit BirdingClassic.org. But hurry: registration closes April 1, 2024.

Consider the Auto Train for your next trip to Florida. John M. Chase/Getty Images Planning atrip to Floridabut dreading the drive down I-95? The vehicles are loaded up in separate train cars much like a car ferry. Credit:John M. Chase/Getty Images Amtrak is currently selling tickets starting at $75 one way plus the vehicle fee. The bedroom is twice the size of a roomette and has an in-room sink, restroom, and shower....

This looks like so much fun! Now passengers will be able to get an expansive view of that scenery through floor-to-ceiling windows. Amtrak currently has just seven routes with Sightseer Lounges. Credit:Shuai Cai / 500px / Getty Images Before heading up, you might stop at the cafe below for a beverage or snack. Amtrak has a few other upgrades in store for the 32-hour route. For more scenic train ride ideas, check out our list of themost scenic train rides in the South....

She is also a recipe developer and tester for Relish. Experience Amy Cipolla Barnes has written for food publications for the past nearly three decades. From judging cookbooks to developing recipes, she’s been part of all aspects of food writing. Additionally, she’s continued her writing education by taking courses from a wide range of sites and individuals. We reach 7.2 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact checked for accuracy....