Spring is finally attempting to arrive! The days are warmer and we are seeing more of the sun. After being cooped up for so long, I am noticing a boon of folks outside grilling. In fact, I went to the grocery store over the weekend with my own grilling in mind, only to find that […]
Food
First Spring Harvest: Rhubarb
Do you have rhubarb in your garden? It is an early spring vegetable that we treat like a fruit and use in breads, muffins and pies. But, it is also good in salsa, sauces and chutneys. Rhubarb will be one of the first items you will see at your local farmers’ market. Select rhubarb with […]
Easter is on it’s Way……
What’s your favorite food for Easter? Is there one food that is always served as a family tradition? Your family members may request foods that you don’t usually prepare. You may also have help in the kitchen as you cook and dye eggs. As a general review for all food preparation, remember 4 basic rules […]
A Facelift for the Nutrition Facts Label
How often do you use the Nutrition Facts label before making a food choice? The purpose of the label is to help consumers make healthier choices. You may choose one cereal over another because it contains more fiber, or a soup because it contains less sodium. Though the current label can help you do this, […]
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA): What is in it for me?
Farmer’s markets are one of the oldest forms of direct marketing by small farmers. Farmer’s markets are also a favorite weekly ritual for many shoppers. One popular alternative to farmer’s markets is Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). What is a CSA? The basic definition of a CSA is a food production and distribution system that directly […]
Handling Eggs Safely
In the next couple of weeks you may be planning or participating in events that use hard cooked dyed eggs. This could be an egg hunt or simply for decoration. Take the following precautions from USDA to keep eggs safe to eat. When dyeing eggs, after hard cooking them, dye them and return them to […]