Are you ready to celebrate the vegetable gardener’s biggest holiday? The OSU Extension, Lucas County office is celebrating the summer holiday of “Sneak A Zucchini onto Your Neighbor’s Porch”. Join us in this fun seasonal festivity on August 8th! Have you ever filled stockings in the winter, snuck money under pillows or hidden eggs around […]
Food
Using Hydrogen Peroxide to Clean and Sanitize your Kitchen
On popular social media sites you may have seen suggestions for using hydrogen peroxide to clean your kitchen. It is an effective sanitizer but you need to follow these guidelines to effectively sanitize your surfaces such as counters, cutting boards, or dishes. Lydia Medeiros, Ohio State University Extension and Colorado State University researchers found that […]
Preserving Tomatoes
Are tomatoes taking over your garden? You can only eat so many at one time. Think about preserving them by canning or freezing. Freezing Tomatoes It’s easy to freeze tomatoes. Select firm, ripe tomatoes with deep red color. Wash them thoroughly in cool water. Core them and then dip in boiling water for 30 seconds […]
Facts and Myths Behind Energy Drinks
Recently, I’ve read several national news reports documenting teens and young adults abusing energy drinks. Some of these reports document emergency room visits related to mixing energy drinks and alcohol or teens having heart palpitations and dizziness. Some high schools around the nation have banned these products because so many students were “wired” on caffeine […]
Handling Produce Safely
Fresh asparagus, strawberries and blueberries can be found in your local grocery store, farm market, or pick your own farms. Handling them properly will keep you and your family safe. Harmful bacteria is found in the soil and water where fruits and vegetables grow so it is important to wash produce before eating. Most produce […]
Fresh Herbs . . . Get Started Growing Herbs for Great Taste!
Growing fresh herbs can be easy and fulfilling. Fresh herbs can be a quick way to add flavor to your favorite meals. Some of the easy-to-grow herbs are: basil, chives, parsley, cilantro and oregano. Stop by your local Farmer’s Market or nursery to select your plants. Start with one or two herbs and add to […]