Oats play well in sweet and savory dishes

My oldest son claims not to be a breakfast eater, but every once in a while I catch him sneaking off with some pancakes from a serving plate while the other members of our family share weekend breakfast.

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Pick the right winter squash for your next side dish

Squash varieties that are harvested in the fall are known as winter squash.

7 must-have pantry items that will elevate your baking recipes

If your casual baking hobby has turned into an obsession, you’re in good company.

Making a splendid smoothie

If you ever find yourself craving something healthy and easy to make, you’re not alone.

Seafood boil great for fall, family meals

As a kid, my family often packed up our vehicle and took a road trip to beat the summer heat of Texas and Virginia.

Add Powerful Pairings to your family’s plates

Joining loved ones at the family table is an important moment for many, both as a filling way to enjoy a meal and an emotionally satisfying way to catch up on all the day’s events.

Quick casserole offers new take on classic dish

On weeknights, many families rush around trying to prepare for the next day.

Vegan: Roast baby carrots for an easy side dish

These roasted baby carrots are baked with herbs.

Lavender highlights lemon sugar cookie

Serve up a sweet taste of spring or fall with these light and flavorful lemon sugar cookies with just a hint of lavender.

Honey highlights sweet, savory dishes

Reid Nevins, a Lowndes County extension agent, knows a thing or two about bees. He has an apiary — a collection of beehives — both at home and at work.

Rice important part of state’s economy

September is National Rice Month and Mississippi residents, especially those living in the Delta, are celebrating

Vegetarian: Indian stew offers hearty, spicy meal for fall

Expand your culinary repertoire to include a vegetarian stew and a spicy Indian dish in one fell swoop with this tasty fall fare.

Celebrate grandparents by building memories

Ask anyone to recall their most treasured childhood memories, and you’re likely to hear tales about time spent with loved ones, grandparents in particular.

How to … Take the guesswork out of the kitchen

The kitchen can be a confusing place. There are all these tools and foods that may seem foreign to people, especially those who have never cooked before.

Potatoes help create nutrient dense dishes

Potatoes pair well with just about any assortment of vegetables for a meal you can feel good about — may that be for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Grilled shrimp, corn highlight salad

Grilled shrimp salad filled with corn and lettuce gives you a hearty dinner — that’s ready in 25 minutes.

Photo: Food waits

A Commercial Dispatch reader recently submitted this photo taken at the Waffle House in Columbus. According to the reader, firefighters responded to a call while waiting for their meal at the restaurant. The staff boxed the meals up and kept their seats empty until they returned. The reader said the photo showed how first-responders put the community’s needs first.

Score points with friends at your next tailgate

With the arrival of football season comes tailgate parties.