Nut Free

White Lily flour is widely used throughout the South. Made with only soft winter wheat, it is finer, lighter, and whiter than other types of flour.

If you prefer to serve alcohol-free cocktails, omit the tequila—the drink is still delicious.

You will need about 2 medium sweet potatoes to obtain 2 cups cooked flesh. We like the flavor of roasted potatoes best, but you could also use boiled or steamed potatoes. Before using, peel and discard the skins.

If you do not have a doughnut cutter, use a 3-inch cookie cutter to cut out the doughnuts and a 1-inch cookie cutter to cut out the centers.

You may substitute dark corn syrup for the golden syrup, but the flavor will vary slightly. If the cookies get too cool to shape, return them to the oven for a few seconds until they soften.

Navettes are boat-shaped cakes from Provence traditionally flavored with orange water.

To make a fizzy version of this recipe, use seltzer or sparkling water.

For spiked drinks, pour 1 ounce vodka over ice into each glass before topping with limeade.

This ginger beer is very spicy. Adjust the amount of lime juice and sugar to your taste.