Food Blog Posts
January 16, 2024
Do you want to improve your eating habits this year? One of first things you can do is learn how to read the Nutrition Facts labels on the foods you buy. These tips will help you.
January 9, 2024
Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is the perfect cozy soup thanks to the protein-rich beef and abundance of nutritious vegetables.
December 12, 2023
The holidays don't have to sabotage your healthy diet habits. Check out these tips that can help you stay focused during this festive season.
December 5, 2023
Love cheesecake, but don’t want all the fat and calories that come with it? Sweet Potato Cheese Pie has all the flavor of cheesecake without all the guilt.
November 21, 2023
Savor the flavors of fall in this rice pilaf dish, made with dried fruit and sage.
November 14, 2023
Have you have been diagnosed with diabetes? Do you live with or care for someone with diabetes? Or do you just want to learn how to eat healthier? If you answered yes to any of these questions, MSU Extension’s Dining with Diabetes program is for you.
November 8, 2023
Catfish doesn’t have to be fried to be delicious! Enjoy it simmered in this tasty gumbo to get the protein, vitamins, and minerals without the added fat from frying.
October 26, 2023
When buying produce, there are several different routes you can choose––you can buy fresh, frozen, or canned.
October 17, 2023
Peachy Green Beans can be made with frozen and canned produce if you’d like to give it a try in the fall or winter.
October 16, 2023
The sun is setting sooner, the nights are getting cooler, and some of our produce looks a little spookier. Don’t be spooked by fall produce, especially root vegetables. Try some of these tasty ways to prepare them!
October 3, 2023
It's finally fall, and this healthy, simple salad is a great way to celebrate the new season!
September 20, 2023
When you need a hearty meal in a hurry, this Mighty Skillet Meal fits the bill.
September 12, 2023
Did you know people of all ages can have high cholesterol? High cholesterol can cause heart disease, which can lead to heart attack and stroke. So, it’s important to know your cholesterol levels.
September 8, 2023
Figs are in season from July to October. So, now is the perfect time to find some figs to eat and cook with! There are two main fig varieties found in Mississippi: Celeste and Southern Brown Turkey.
September 5, 2023
Fruit Paradise is a quick and easy dish with a delicious tropical sweetness.
August 25, 2023
Fall is around the corner, but you don’t have to give up fresh produce from your garden.
August 23, 2023
Mississippians know how unpredictable the weather can be. One day it’s sunny, and the next there is severe weather in the forecast.
August 15, 2023
These Peanut Butter Muffins are a great grab-and-go option to have on hand for busy mornings.
August 8, 2023
Energy drinks are popular among many age groups, including adolescents. However, energy drinks can be especially unsafe for adolescents. Get the facts about energy drink consumption among adolescents.
August 1, 2023
This is the perfect summertime recipe to help you get your fruit servings for the day. Banana cream tops sweet berries for a guilt-free dessert.
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