Jorie Nicole McDonald leads editorial video efforts for Southern Living. Originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, she creates engaging visual content for the website and various social media platforms.

I knew absolutely nothing about the glories of a good baked potato until the day I ordered one at a local restaurant in my ...

Toss together leeks, potatoes, salt, 3 tablespoons reserved bacon drippings, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet. Arrange vegetables in a single layer, with leeks cut sides down, ...