From football to foodie

East Mississippi Community College alumnus Derrick "DJ" Wilson, a football standout who helped the Lions claim a national championship during the team's 2011 undefeated season, has turned a passion for cooking he shared with his mother into a business venture.

Butter Together: On top of spaghetti, all covered with cheese

I always try to get ahead -- on housework, cooking, and school prep -- over the long Christmas break. I always fail.

Six tips for adding more seafood to your family's menu

Seafood can make for a healthy addition to diets, particularly for children.

Caramel-flavored breakfast fit for a crowd

Cooking for a small crowd can be daunting.

A sweet, chocolaty dessert

When it comes to dessert, it's hard to beat chocolate as the main ingredient for dishes of all kinds.

Doing it better in 2020: So, you want to 'eat better' this year?

Eight days into the new year, resolution-makers everywhere are trying to instill new habits.

Frozen family fun: kid-friendly, make-ahead meals

As families look to incorporate more nutritious dishes into meals from morning to night, using kid-friendly recipes can help make the process easier and more fun.

Show your heart some love

While heart disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, many of the risk factors associated with the condition can be controlled with dietary and lifestyle changes.

Opt for nutrition

Discovering a better version of yourself is all about striking balance. That's especially true when it comes to making smarter food choices that you can maintain over time.

Butter Together: A recipe for cranberries that does not end in 'sauce'

This recipe sounds so weird that I knew it had to be good. Or bad. But, honestly, it had to be one or the other.

Winter warm-up: Start the new year with simple recipes for shorter days

When cold weather hits, it's natural to seek comfort in a variety of forms: warm blankets, layers of sweaters and delicious, hearty meals. Winter is the perfect season for spending time indoors honing cooking skills to take your culinary creations to the next level.

How to make snowball cookies

As we usher in 2020, kids may long for a blanket of white to cover the ground, but the closest the Deep South may get is these snowball cookies.

Building Christmas: Graham cracker houses -- no baking required

New housing starts in Columbus saw a boost last week when more than two dozen sweet new "structures" got underway. But these miniature houses were more tasty than livable.

Add mushrooms to your snack menu

Mix up your snacking habits with more nutritious option to serve ahead of a meal on its own.

A twist on a classic pie

While apple pie is a traditional seasonal dish, you can add unique flavor with this skillet version.

A time-saving family meal

Leading a busy lifestyle doesn't always leave time for spending hours in the kitchen, and these Mystic Mini Turkey Loaves can be made in advance and frozen for later use.

Dear Santa ... We asked: What's on your culinary wish list?

Granted, most letters on their way to the North Pole this time of year are penned by youngsters, but that doesn't mean the rest of us aren't tempted from time to time. If the art of cooking and appreciation of good food are among your joys in life, your wish list probably has something on it for the kitchen.

Butter Together: A stroganoff recipe 'beef-ore' I head out

There is nothing earth-shatteringly special about this recipe. But it's simple, hearty, forgiving, uses ingredients I frequently have on hand, and pleased even my picky eaters. So I guess in that sense, it is special.

Small bites and savory treats to feed a crowd

The holiday season brings gatherings, get-togethers and parties of all kinds, meaning dishes that can feed a crowd are all too important for successful entertaining.

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