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Tackle your family’s hunger with a touch of heat

Family Features — It’s easy to get into a recipe rut when every day feels the same — work, kids’ activities, social events and bedtime routines make it tough to experiment in the kitchen. If your family’s meals are growing boring, all you need is a touch of heat to bring new life to ...

Fried chicken and funeral homes: The Southern tradition no one talks about

In the South, grief comes with a casserole. Before the obituary hits the paper or the flowers are even ordered, someone’s already brought over deviled eggs. There’s a pound cake on the counter, a baked ham from a neighbor who “just thought y’all might need something,” and if fried chicken hasn’t shown up yet, give it a minute — it’s coming. This familiar scene is part of a long-standing tradition, where food is often the first way people know how to help. It’s not fancy or planned. It’s just what folks do. A custom older than funeral homes Before funeral homes ...

Cozy up to some country cooking

METRO — Country cooking means different things to different people. For many, it is the comfort foods they grew up with. From fried chicken to mac and cheese to meatloaf, there are plenty of dishes that fall under the country cooking umbrella. But a pot of chicken and dumplings may be one of ...

Tangy cheese gives this salad a kick

METRO — Summer party season requires having plenty of refreshing, and easy-to-prepare offerings for family, friends and other guests. Salads come in all shapes and sizes, and can feature a versatile mix of ingredients to help customize their flavor. They’re also refreshing and easy to prepare and serve on hot days or nights. “Chickpea, Feta and Orzo Salad” puts a Mediterranean-style twist on the summer salad. Feta cheese gives it richness and tang, while chickpeas pack a protein- and fiber-laden punch. Enjoy this recipe, courtesy of “Cooking Light Fresh Food Superfast” ...

No eggs? No problem

While eggs have always been an economical household staple, delicious for breakfast, lunch or dinner, as well as a common ingredient in homemade baked goods or boxed mixes and main dishes, outbreaks of bird flu have led to a shortage of eggs causing skyrocketing prices. First let’s look at what eggs do for our favorite recipes. The proteins in eggs create a structure that helps prevent baked goods from crumbling and also help with browning. The fats in egg yolks add richness and moisture. For a good rise, egg whites, when beaten, contain air that expands during baking. In savory ...