COMFORT FOOD CLASSICS

CHEESY BAKED POTATO CASSEROLE ’Tis the season for comfort foods, and this recipe with crumbled bacon and cubed potatoes smothered in melted cheddar cheese is sure to satisfy. Find more meal ideas at Culinary.net.

GO LONG ON GAME DAY

Family Features – When game day arrives and your crowd is ready to crank up the heat, turning to appetizers and dishes that feed the whole group can help save the season.

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY

“I Have a Dream” is a speech delivered by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on August 28, 1963, in which he called for civil and economic rights and an end to racism in the United States.

A SAVORY, CROWD-PLEASING BREAKFAST

CULINARY.NET – When you need a breakfast to feed a large group, this Biscuit-Sausage Mushroom Casserole is a perfect option. The savory aromas of sausage and bacon are almost sure to have your guests standing in line with a plate and fork in hand. For more breakfast recipes, visit Culinary.net .

Create a festive centerpiece from your indoor and outdoor garden

Take a break from the holiday rush for a bit of gardening relief. Grab a pruner and basket then wander through your landscape gathering a few evergreen branches, berry-laden stems and cones to create a holiday centerpiece.

BONJOUR WORLD: Discovering the Secret Coast

It is a secret that isn’t really a secret at all. Known as the “Secret Coast,” this southern area of Mississippi includes 62 miles of coastline that touches the Gulf and winds into 13 coastal communities that offer exceptional charm.

PLANES, TRAINS AND SHIPS: The Charm of the Blue Train from Cape Town to Pretoria

After a stunning few days in Cape Town I took the Blue Train, coined “A Window to the Soul of South Africa” from Cape Town to Pretoria with the idea this would be a relaxing and slow way to enjoy the South African countryside. I was not disappointed.

PLANES, TRAINS AND SHIPS: Rovos Rail’s Pride of Africa from Pretoria to Cape Town

From Pretoria (that’s basically Johannesburg) in South Africa down to Cape Town, I took the Rovos Rail, which I had been hearing tales of for years. Train travel in a style that throws back to an earlier day of wealth and class. Now that’s what I was very interested in experiencing. And I did!

GET GRILLING!

5 BASIC STEPS FOR SIZZLING STEAK A sizzling steak is a surefire sound of summer, and the flavors achieved from one that’s perfectly grilled are hard to match. Before you fire up your grill, consider these five basics for cooking a chef-worthy steak: 1.

Busy Season Solutions

FAMILY FEATURES – For those who are always on the go, it can be difficult to find time to whip up meals and snacks that are both nutritious and tasty.