Would you like to safely sendoff homemade or local products to friends or family in the military? Or send a food package to family members who live thousands of miles away? There are tips to ensure your package arrives safely and with the gifts intact. What should you include: Hard candies, peanut brittle, toffee, fudge, […]
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A “Meaty” Subject
Have you ever been in the grocery store and picked up a package of bright red hamburger? What do you do when the steak that you bought for dinner has an iridescent look to it? We live in a world where we eat with our eyes as much as our mouth. The way food looks […]
Halloween Safety for Children with Food Allergies
For most kids, Trick or Treating is an exciting event. But, for children with food allergies, it can be quite scary. Chocolate can be terrifying if you are allergic to milk, and a candy bar with nuts can be life-threatening for some children. Eggs, soy, wheat and certain food dyes are other common ingredients that […]
What’s in Your Soup?
What’s in Your Soup? Today was one of the first really cold days of fall. The discussion in my office turned to soup – a lunchtime favorite for many. “That smells delicious . . . what is it and can you get me the recipe?” “I have this great recipe for butternut squash soup . […]
September is National Food Safety Education Month!
With the high number of food borne illnesses mentioned regularly in the news, reminding individuals, families, and food service staff about the basics of food safety is very important. Every time we turn around there are new cases of E. coli, listeria, salmonella, or foods that have been contaminated by potential allergens. What are the […]
Pumpkin – Full of Flavor and Health Benefits
Pumpkins are a sure sign of fall! While many people decorate with pumpkins, did you know eating pumpkin provides several health benefits? Choose pumpkins with a bright orange color to ensure high levels of beta-carotene which the human body converts to Vitamin A. A diet rich in foods with high levels of beta-carotene offers health […]