Judy and Mickey McLellan get the questions almost every time someone enters their Memphis home. “We don’t know who he is,” Mickey says, bursting into a fit of conspiratorial giggles seemingly synchronized with wife Judy’s. “We just like the looks of him.” The white-wigged chap holding court in the hall, the bearded fellow reigning over the living room mantel—their names are unknown, their deeds lost to the ages. But make no mistake, these gents are part of the family, adopted as McLellan kin after years sharing life at home....

“We tried to blend new and old in our renovation and in decorating the house — a mix of modern and vintage just gives you a collected feel that’s really unique,” says Catherine, an interior designer with Design Post Interiors. “Jeff and I are of the mindset that if you can incorporate even a few pieces of vintage furniture or elements original to the house, it’s worth it to add interest....

Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes Savor a plant-based feast—and avoid feeling like you’re missing a thing—with this hearty, harvest-season Thanksgiving menu. Appetizer: White Bean Arugula Crostini Main Dish: Mushroom-Sweet Potato Moussaka Side Dish: Thai Peanut Squash Soup Side Dish: Cinnamon-Spiced Brussels Sprouts Side Dish: Artisan Sourdough Dessert: Poached Pears with Vegan Ice Cream Drink: Pomegranate Cider Sangria See photos and learn more about each of these vegan Thanksgiving recipes below. Appetizer: White Bean Arugula Crostini Ahh, crostini....

¼ cup butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla 4 ½ cup powdered sugar 5 tablespoon half-and-half

From floor to ceiling, wood plays a key role in most every room, bringing rustic warmth and authenticity to the home: Exposed Douglas fir beams, peaking at almost 25 feet high, create a voluminous barnlike central room; shiplap-style plank walls wrap rooms with texture; knotty floors with a limed look give a sophisticated base underfoot; and chunky floating shelves and mantels add punctuation. With quiet backgrounds in place, the rooms come alive with edited punches of vibrant color....

Tulip Tree Care Must-Knows Tulip trees grow best in full to partial sun and well-drained soil. Due to their shallow root system, these trees don’t tolerate drought, tending to turn yellow and drop prematurely during dry periods. It can be difficult to grow plants near a tulip tree due to competition for water. Tulip trees do not tolerate being transplanted in the fall so should be planted in spring if possible....

title: “Tuna Noodle Casserole” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-18” author: “James Ayala” Salmon-Noodle Casserole: Prepare as above, except substitute two 6-ounce cans skinless, boneless salmon, drained, for the tuna. title: “Tuna Noodle Casserole” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-23” author: “Catherine Coates”

Editor’s Tip: Always work in a well-ventilated area when painting.

4 cup assorted melon, such as watermelon, honeydew melon, and/or cantaloupe, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 small cucumber, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes Fresh basil 2 tablespoon chopped dry-roasted peanuts 3 tablespoon lime juice (optional) Marinated Carrots 1 cup shredded carrots (2 medium) ½ cup sugar ½ cup white vinegar ½ teaspoon salt

1 cup chopped fresh Italian Parsley 1 cup chopped cilantro 1 cup olive oil 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled 3 garlic cloves, peeled juice of 1 lemon (3 tablespoons) Salt and pepper 2 teaspoon coriander seeds

Luckily, there’s a new option akin to a Rent the Runway gown or that pair of skis on vacation—you can rent a Christmas tree, which offers an environmentally-friendly solution for families hoping to savor the scent and experience of going green. While this trend has been slowly growing in the States, it shot up in popularity in 2012 after Scott Martin pitched the idea for The Living Christmas Company. to the investors on the reality show Shark Tank....

Step 1: Choose the Tortillas Technically the first step in making enchiladas is choosing a recipe and rounding up your ingredients. If you want to make chicken enchiladas, check out this recipe for Creamy Chicken Enchiladas. If you want to learn how to make beef enchiladas, try this simple Beef Enchiladas recipe. After deciding on a recipe, it’s time to choose the tortillas. Corn tortillas are traditional for enchiladas, but flour tortillas also work....

You might think making cookies like that should be reserved for professional pastry chefs. While the process takes a bit of time and patience, you can learn how to make macarons at home. Follow our tutorial for making French macarons step-by-step to nail down the delicate cookie-making basics. Soon you’ll be on your way to creating all sorts of French macaron flavors for your friends and family. How to Make Macarons A tiny French cookie that requires several steps might seem intimidating, but trust us, you’ll quickly get the hang of making macarons....