This is the season for grilling out. Whether you prepare a whole meal on the grill or just part, make sure your cookout is safe by following these tips: C = Clean your grill by using a wire brush and wiping down with a cloth to make sure you don’t leave any bristles behind. Avoid leaving the […]
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Refrigerator Storage – What Goes Where
The other day, I opened the refrigerator at home and saw a package of fresh (raw) sausage on the top shelf. Knowing I didn’t put it there, I moved it to the bottom shelf, grabbed what I was looking for and shut the door. My husband saw this and gave me the “What did I […]
There’s an App for that
Have you ever opened your fridge to find a storage container got pushed to the back of the fridge and you are now trying to remember what’s in the container? Don’t deny it. It happens to the best of us. You find yourself at a crossroad in trying to decide whether to risk your life […]
Have you had your canner checked this year?
The season of fresh fruits and vegetables is here. How nice it is to be able to enjoy local fruits and berries that we can either freeze or preserve using a water bath canner for family meals when the snow flies. But with our vegetables, we must use a pressure canner that’s in good working […]
4 Steps to Safely Preserving Food at Home
Food preservation season is now in full swing. I’m hearing about a lot of families making strawberry jam and freezing fresh berries, freezing rhubarb and getting ready for those peas and green beans to start coming on. Before preserving any food, consider the types of foods your family enjoys and the usefulness of the preserved […]
Picnic Food Safety Checklist
Planning a safe picnic requires a good amount of preparation. It’s important to make sure you have the essentials packed to take with you. Below is a checklist along with a description on why that item is important to keep your picnic safe. Food Thermometer Cold food needs to be at or below 40° F, […]