Whether you’re a “PEE-CAN” or a “PAH-CON” person—and you know which you are—the crisp texture and rich, buttery flavor of pecans is the perfect addition to everything from fresh salads to your favorite pie.

Growing up in the country, I had the good fortune of lush pecan trees with those bright green leaves laden with nuts waiting to be cracked right in my backyard. From an early age, my father taught me how to crack them by hand, and whenever we were outside during fall, we were sure to be cracking and snacking. I remember sitting on our screened-in porch, shelling and picking pecans for hours on end with my sitter, Mama Ellen. Somehow, the bowl of shelled ones never seemed to get full, as we ate most of the rewards. To this day, I always sneak a peek in Mom’s freezer to see if she has a bag of them put away.

Cooler evenings call for comfort food, and few dishes feel more inviting than a delicious bowl of pasta. October is National Pasta Month, making it the perfect occasion to pull out your favorite pasta pot and bring fresh inspiration to the dinner table. To celebrate, we’ve teamed up with Barilla to bring you recipes for moments worth gathering around—from a weeknight family dinner to a leisurely Sunday supper watching the game.

September is a sweet time of the year. It’s the portal to cooler weather, football season, and the calm before the onslaught of holidays. But did you know it is also the time of year when honeybees take a little rest? Every year, September marks the end of the honey collection season for most beekeepers in the United States, which is why it has been deemed National Honey Month by the U.S. Department of Agriculture since 1989.

In celebration of the busy honeybees and the bounty of nutrition and health benefits they work hard to provide for us, National Honey Month sets out to create awareness and recognize the importance of the benefits of honey as an all-natural, single ingredient. With more than 300 unique varietals that range in color, flavor, and aroma, plus a slew of functional benefits both in and out of the kitchen, there is so much about honey to celebrate.

Sweet, succulent and bursting with flavor—summer is the best time to enjoy the wonderful bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Whether you’re trying to keep the kitchen cool with a fresh salad or creating your next masterpiece for a summer gathering, picking the very best produce is of the upmost importance. That’s where the No. 1 best-selling brand in snacking tomatoes, NatureSweet®, comes in!

Just imagine the iconic, colorful, dome-shaped NatureSweet container sitting on the counter, bursting with red-ripe tomatoes so sweet you just grab a couple each time you walk by, popping them in your mouth like candy—nature’s candy.

Cue the sparklers, it’s time to fire up the grill and stir up your favorites to celebrate Independence Day and all summer long. This year’s extra-special 250-year anniversary of America’s independence calls for a spread as festive as the fireworks with crowd-pleasing patriotic bites from savory to sweet.

And, to bring you a great variety of flavorful fair, we reached out to an American favorite. Have you ever heard the saying “Just call me Betty Crocker?” Well, there’s a reason; for more a century, Betty Crocker has been America’s source for modern cooking instruction and trusted recipe development. This rich heritage and culinary knowledge lives on in their commitment to celebrate the Betty™️ in all of us by sharing their passion for food, valuable test-kitchen wisdom, and lifestyle expertise—straight from their kitchen to yours.

When it comes to adding flavor and making meals healthier there’s nothing better than adding fresh, local ingredients. And, with nearly 25,000 farms and 4.8 million acres of farmland in SC, you don’t have to go far to find fresh, locally grown food. In fact, The SC Dept of Agriculture (SCDA) has created an fool-proof program to know you’re getting the great local ingredients—Certified SC.

The Certified SC program is an exciting cooperative effort among farmers, processors, wholesalers, retailers and the SCDA. The Certified SC brand and label help consumers easily identify goods that are grown and harvested or raised right here in the Palmetto State. Buying local not only means you’re taking home fresher, tastier and healthier foods, it also means you’re supporting our state’s farmers.

Weddings, graduation parties, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, National Salsa Month—oh May goodness! The summer party season has officially started, and what better way to kick it off than with a flavorful fiesta for Cinco de Mayo? Tasty tacos and delicious drinks? Yes, please!

And if there’s one flavorful character that deserves an invite to the party, it’s Tajín®. A zesty Mexican seasoning made of dried chiles, dehydrated lime, and sea salt, Tajín is the “culinary Swiss Army knife” of seasonings—it does it all! Often found on the rim of your craft cocktail, it goes way beyond the glass. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, Tajin is “swicy,” offering an incredible addition to both sweet and savory fare. And if you’re sensitive to spice, don’t fret, just give it a try in smaller doses, or try the new Tajín® Twist made specifically for sweets.

Spring is in full bloom in the Lowcountry, and if you’re anything like me, your social calendar reflects it. From celebrating Easter to teeing up a Masters’ viewing party or creating par-tee food for The Heritage, time in the kitchen is always in short supply. But don’t worry, with a box of this or packet of that, Betty Crocker can help you sprinkle stunning desserts into any springtime spread.

For over a century, Betty Crocker has been America’s source for modern cooking instruction and trusted recipe development. That rich heritage and culinary knowledge lives on in their commitment to celebrate the Betty™️in all of us—by sharing their passion for food, valuable test-kitchen wisdom, and lifestyle expertise—straight from their kitchen to yours.

When it comes to healthier habits in the kitchen, the mantra from your childhood rears its head: “Eat your veggies!” And thankfully, those boiled-to-death, flavorless sides are a distant memory. Now, fresh and flavorful creative combos are the way to go when it comes to getting in your vegetables. Whether you’re focusing on losing weight or eating the rainbow for a nutrient-dense diet, seasonal vegetables are always a delicious go-to. Whether grilling, sautéing or roasting, Pero Family Farms is making sure you get the freshest quality vegetables to take your meal to the next level and with little to no prep. Little to no prep? Yes please!

Have you ever bitten into a perfectly-cooked steak or juicy hamburger and immediately slipped into food nirvana—the kind where you close your eyes, lean back and just savor the delectable flavors?

That “food nirvana” feeling isn’t random—high-protein foods tend to satisfy in a way that keeps you feeling fueled and full. When most people think about wellness, they often picture intense workouts and superfood-packed salads. But the truth is, wellness is so much more than that. It’s about balance—finding the right mix of nutritious food, movement, and meaningful connections to nourish not only your body, but also your mind and soul. And yes, that balance can absolutely include beef!

Winter is in full force, and while Mother Nature will grant us a few warm spells, there are sure to be chilly days that call for a warm blanket, a big comfy chair, and a bowl of steaming, savory soup.

With that in mind, we are bringing Progresso’s passion for delicious comfort meals to you this month. Whether you’re looking to eat healthier or cook more at home, Progresso’s flavorful line up is the perfect addition to your weekly meal plan.

The iconic “Hoo Hoo!” giggle of the Pillsbury Doughboy has been stirring up kitchens across America since 1965. Poppin’ Fresh—yes, the doughboy has a name—was created to help advertise Pillsbury and grew to be the adored brand mascot with lasting star power. He’s been in more than 600 ads for 50 Pillsbury products, and last month he hit a milestone—Poppin’ Fresh turned 60!

Pillsbury’s mission is simple, “We believe in helping families make memories through food, from spending time together around the kitchen table to creating new baking traditions.” Pillsbury strives to help homemade moments become extra special—and delicious!

If you’re a baker, you know and love the Wilton brand, especially if you enjoy decorating and icing cakes and cookies. In fact, you have probably spent hours on the Wilton aisle at your favorite craft store dreaming up new ways to bake and decorate the best cupcakes ever. However, we have to ask you to make room on that aisle because Wilton has a new line of bakeware out designed to help everyone excel in the kitchen.

The new Everyday Bakeware™️ is made for kitchen newbies, budding bakers or those just cracking their cookbooks. Everyday Bakeware™️, available at Walmart, is comprised of dependable basics to help unseasoned cooks get familiar and give baking a go!

It's time to fall in love with pumpkin all over again.

Fall is all about cooler weather, a crackling fire, holiday parties, football, and pumpkin everything. One name is synonymous with holiday baking traditions: Libby's® Pumpkin, an American classic for more than 75 years. And, it's not just for the holidays, cooks and chefs are discovering pumpkin is a moist, creamy, and nutritious addition for year-round recipes.

It's National Mushroom Month—and we're here to celebrate all the umami-packed varieties of nature's hidden treasure. Always in season and grown year-round, mushrooms are popping up on menus and in your kitchen because there’s just no cap on the savory flavors they dish up. From classic soup recipes to grilled pizza to creamy pasta, mushrooms strike the perfect balance between classic comfort and fresh, new flavors. This month we teamed up with The Mushroom Council® to bring you the inside scoop on these protein-packed dynamos.