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Recipe: Tis’ the Season for Chicken and Dumplings

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ourmshome.com – Julian Brunt – 2023-11-19 14:04:22

SUMMARY: Chicken and Dumplings represent the pinnacle of comfort food, born out of necessity and a sparse pantry. Traditionally, a stewing hen, which was no longer laying eggs, would be used to create this hearty dish. Modern cooks can substitute with a store-bought rotisserie chicken or roasted chicken thighs. The dish involves simmering bones in stock, sautéing vegetables and sausage, and seasoning before adding cream and chicken meat. Dumplings made with biscuit mix are dropped into the simmering broth to cook. When made with care, this simple dish transcends its humble origins to become a soul-warming meal.

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Mississippi’s Mardi Gras Parade Guide

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ourmshome.com – Meredith Biesinger – 2025-01-13 13:56:00

SUMMARY: Mardi Gras celebrations in Mississippi are set to bring together communities statewide, with events planned from the southern coastal regions to northern towns like Olive Branch. Notable parades include the Biloxi Children’s Parade on February 8, the Ocean Springs Elks Parade on February 15, and the Krewe of Little Rascals Parade in Pascagoula on February 22. Additional festivities occur on various dates leading up to Fat Tuesday, March 4, featuring the Gulf Coast Carnival Association Parade in Biloxi. With a mix of family-friendly activities and local traditions, Mississippi is ready to embrace the spirit of Mardi Gras.

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Arancini, Anyone? | Our Mississippi Home

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ourmshome.com – Julian Brunt – 2025-01-12 11:33:00

SUMMARY: Arancini are Italian fried rice balls made from leftover risotto, stuffed with various fillings, and fried until golden. Originating in Sicily, they are often filled with ingredients like ham, peas, cheese, or ground meats. The process involves mixing cooked risotto with egg yolks, Parmesan, and seasonings, then shaping the mixture into balls, stuffing them, and coating in breadcrumbs before frying. The dish is versatile, allowing for various fillings like cheese, vegetables, or meats. Arancini can be served as appetizers or main courses, often paired with marinara sauce. They’re delicious both hot or cold and are perfect for using leftovers.

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Recipe for a Community Park – Add Lots of People

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ourmshome.com – Mark W. LaSalle, Ph.D. – 2025-01-10 09:49:00

SUMMARY: Over the past two years, Moss Point built a nature-based park through community effort, with both contractors and volunteers contributing. The project involved youth, adults, and organizations working together to plant, clean, and build, including creating a fence and removing invasive plants. The park’s opening celebrated the collective achievement of diverse community members. Key contributors included Mayor Billy Knight Sr., the Moss Point Board of Aldermen and Women, and the Rotary Club of Moss Point. The park is now a place the community will care for and enjoy, with a focus on inspiring youth to value community service.

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